Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
760 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
1 |
Most common nationality |
Cambodian |
Ratio of local students to international students |
0 |
Native English and Khmer speaking teachers |
Native or fluent |
Language support for students not fluent in English and Khmer |
Yes |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
None |
Max. number of students per class |
25 |
Average number of students per class |
25 |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
Use of technology in the classroom |
All classrooms have their own laptops for students to access as needed, depending on the lessons being taught. |
Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
During COVID-19 pandemic, yes. However, we no longer offer these virtual lessons as schools are allowed to meet in person again. |
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Yes - Christianity, however we accept students from all religious backgrounds. |
How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
Teaching is done from a Christian worldview but always in a very open and no pressure atmosphere, recognizing that the children come from different religious backgrounds. |
External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, Khmer National Exams (Years 6, 9, and 12) |
Results in these examinations |
Very Good |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
In Primary school, very little. In Secondary, yes homework is assigned as needed. |
Approximate hours of homework given |
Depends on the age of the student and the lessons being taught. We encourage a minimum of 20 minutes of reading daily for all students. |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
90-95% |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
Learning support offered |
Occupational Therapist, Special Needs Teachers who oversee a team of TA's and also work with the classroom teachers to create an inclusive learning environment. |
The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
All classes are differentiated to allow for all students to be appropriately challenged. |
Student access to education psychologist |
No. We have outside referral organizations. |
Entry evaluation for students |
Assessment |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Students from Year 1 and up will have English and Khmer language assessments during the enrollment process. |
Waiting list |
The waiting list is extensive above Year 1. We encourage parents to enroll their child/ren in our Early Years program so they are guaranteed a spot. |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Year round enrollment |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, if spaces are available. |
School start time |
Gates open at 7:15am
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School finish time |
Classes finish at 3pm.
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Supervised care before/after school |
No |
School bus service available |
No |
School provided lunches |
Yes, we have affordable lunch plans parents are welcome to sign up for if they'd like. |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Not at this time. |
Uniform required |
Yes. |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Each quarter we offer a variety of clubs. These change based on the teachers who are running them. We offer these clubs from Early Years to Secondary students. |
Sports activities included |
Both PE and Swimming are weekly classes for all our students. |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes. We are part of the International Schools Sports Association of Phnom Penh.
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Facilities at the school |
-2 libraries. One for secondary and one for Early Years and Primary aged students.
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Sports facilities at the school |
We have a soccer field (suitable for 7X7) , a large basketball gym (8 basketball goals) , pickleball court/batting cage, and a 6 lane (25m) swimming pool |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Asian Hope International School is dedicated to providing a high quality, child-centered education in a safe and pleasant Christian environment, ensuring that every child feels worthy and appreciated. |
Teaching approach of the school |
AHIS is dedicated to providing a high quality, child-centered education in a safe and pleasant Christian environment, ensuring that every child feels worthy and appreciated. Children at AHIS learn through a unique bilingual curriculum based on the British National Curriculum which is combined with the Cambodian National Curriculum following an integrated Topic approach. Children learn through play-based, inquiry, and project based learning methods. |