Welcome to ISPP – Cambodia’s leading international school

Finding your feet in a new city is easier when you and your family have a vibrant and welcoming community to support you.

A bit about us

As Cambodia’s first international school, ISPP has earned a global reputation for quality and independence in Southeast Asia. Since 1989, we’ve been building an outstanding legacy of academic excellence and authentic community.

At the heart of this is our commitment to bringing our guiding statements to life every day.

Learning at ISPP

Fully authorised as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School since 2000, ISPP is at the forefront of learning through the framework of the IB programmes.

We believe that these programmes and the IB Learner Profile provide the perfect, holistic foundation for all of our students to grow. Whether your child is 3 or 18, we don’t just teach them what to think, but how to think. From the curiosity-led discovery of the Primary Years to the world-class challenges of the Diploma, and to university and beyond – our IB pathways are designed to build intellectual confidence and foster academic success.

Alongside the curriculum, we recognise that every one of our students is unique. Our Social-Emotional Learning is embedded school-wide to cultivate empathy, resilience, self-awareness and mutual respect. Our inclusive practices ensure every person on our campus feels a strong sense of belonging and can express their identity.

Community at ISPP

We believe that cultural diversity is a cornerstone of an authentic international education.

We intentionally maintain a balance where 30% of our students are Cambodian and 70% hail from every corner of the globe. Our school is enriched by the diverse nationalities, ethnicities, languages and cultural practices of our students and staff, with more than 50 different countries represented in our community.

Located in a fast-growing area just 7km south of central Phnom Penh, our green and leafy campus is a hub of community activity. We have an active network of parents who are eager to support your family’s transition and help with making new connections. Community and sports events, parent workshops and social activities provide our new and long-term families with many opportunities to develop new friendships; with dedicated student ambassadors and buddies and the care of our Parent Community Organisation, your entire family will become part of the fabric of our school in no time.

Building a better future with ISPP

We are committed to learning that asks students to tackle the complex challenges of the world. We aim to equip them with a deep understanding of local and global issues, and the skills and motivation to make a positive impact.

This commitment is a natural extension of our school’s history. ISPP was founded by NGO workers, and we continue their work towards the betterment of others through our innovative host country scholarship programme, which offers our world-class education to students from Phnom Penh’s most disadvantaged communities.

We value space to breathe and we minimise our ecological footprint by modeling responsible environmental practices and stewarding a sustainable future. Our campus is host to Cambodia’s first LEED Platinum Certified building, and our extensive investment in solar energy provides more than 60% of our electricity needs.

Not-for-profit independence

ISPP is an independent, secular, not-for-profit educational institution. What does this mean in practice?

• Our fees and revenues are returned to ISPP – developing our educational programmes, facilities and philanthropic initiatives.
• We do not have owners or shareholders – allowing us to live our values every day.
• We invest in our teachers and staff – attracting highly qualified, internationally experienced faculty and prioritising their continuous professional development.
• We are a school of choice for amazing teachers that share our values – retaining them for an average of nearly 7 years, consistently supporting our students as they grow at ISPP.

Let us become your family’s first new friends in this amazing country of Cambodia.

Welcome to ISPP.

Learn more…

Our school invites your family to join our diverse, forward-thinking community. For a glimpse of everyday life at ISPP, visit our Facebook and Instagram accounts.

If you would like to learn more, please visit our website, submit an inquiry or book a tour, or simply contact us.