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Australian International School Phnom Penh

Cambodia's only four-programme IB school, combining the Australian Curriculum with the full IB framework from Early Learning through Diploma and Career-related Programme. Set on a 6-hectare campus in Russey Keo with purpose-built facilities, AISPP achieved a 100% IB DP/CP pass…


Curriculum
IB, Australian
Fees, annual
USD 8–28k
Ages
2 to 18
Pupils
~441
Founded
1968

An IB World School in Russey Keo that pairs the Australian Curriculum with all four IB programmes, the only school in Cambodia accredited for the IB Career-related Programme.

AISPP is one of the strongest academic options in Phnom Penh alongside ISPP and Northbridge. Teachers come mainly from Australia, the UK, the US, South Africa and New Zealand, the school is CIS and WASC accredited, and the modern Russey Keo campus has labs, studios, performing arts spaces, a pool and full sports fields. The IB CP is a useful alternative pathway for students who want a vocational specialism alongside academic study, and it sits next to a full IB Diploma offering.

Parents talk about strong teaching, attentive administration, and a calm campus atmosphere. The student body is small at around 440, which keeps class sizes low and teacher access easy, but also means the cohort feels tight rather than broad. Fees run roughly USD 7,800 at the bottom to USD 28,000 at the top, with first-year enrolment costs notably higher because of one-time charges.


Fee Age Type Amount
ELC 2 (half day) 2 Annual $7,800
ELC 2 (full day) 2 Annual $9,800
ELC 3 - ELC 4 3 Annual $11,120
Foundation - Year 5 5 Annual $19,838
Year 6 - Year 10 11 Annual $23,279
Year 11 - Year 12 16 Annual $28,245
Application Fee One-time $250
Security Deposit (refundable) One-time $1,000
Enrolment Fee One-time $2,950

  • Teachers placing Phnom Penh schools in tiers consistently put AISPP in the second group, behind ISPP and alongside Northbridge and CIS. One teacher post called AISPP and Northbridge "decent" alternatives once ISPP is full.
  • Tuition and class sizes are commented on as in line with the upper bracket of Phnom Penh schools, generally USD 15-30k a year, with smaller classes than the budget tier.
  • Published parent reviews are short and uniformly positive, citing "absolutely fantastic teachers", administration and facilities, with the campus and pool repeatedly mentioned.
  • The school's IB four-programme status and the size of the campus, including a 25-metre pool and full-sized field, come up in independent listings as practical reasons families consider it.

Head of school

Betsy Hanselmann, M. Ed.

Betsy Hanselmann is the Head of School at AISPP, bringing a wealth of experience and a commitment to high standards of teaching and learning. She leads a dedicated team focused on providing a nurturing and challenging educational environment for students.

Accreditations

  • Council of International Schools 01
  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) 02

  • IB DP/CP Pass Rate (2025) 100%
  • IB Bilingual Diploma (2025) 60% of cohort

No. 76 Angkor Boulevard, Sangkat Toul Sangke 2, Khan Russey Keo, Phnom Penh 120707, Cambodia

School website