Asia-Pacific Fredfort International SchoolVerified
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$4K - US$14K
Curriculum: Australian
Age Range: 2-18
Students: ~300
Location: Other Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh
Updated April 2026
In Brief
AFIS is the pick for families specifically wanting the Western Australian Curriculum - it's the only school in Cambodia that delivers it, and graduates leave with both a recognised Australian diploma and a Cambodian one. The Chroy Changvar location is a significant commute from most international family housing, so factor that into your daily logistics before deciding.
Asia-Pacific Fredfort International School is Cambodia's only SCSA/WACE-authorised school, following the Western Australian Curriculum from Early Years through Grade 12. Graduates earn both a Western Australian high school diploma (recognised for Australian university entry) and a Cambodian diploma, plus an IELTS certificate on completion of Grade 12. The inquiry-based, IB-influenced teaching methodology - with explicit EYP, PYP, MYP, and Diploma programme structure - gives AFIS a recognisable framework for families moving from IB-world schools, even though the curriculum itself is Australian rather than IBO-authorised.
The school is mid-sized at around 300 students, with a campus in Chroy Changvar - on the north side of the Tonle Sap River, across from the city centre. Tuition runs from US$4,314 (Early Years half-day) to US$13,385 (Grade 12) per year, plus a US$800 annual capital fee. The graduation ceremony in August 2025 was presided over by the Australian Ambassador and the Minister of Education, which signals genuine government recognition. Families who've been at the school describe a warm, engaged atmosphere and individual teacher attention, which is consistent with the smaller student body.
The commute from BKK1, Chamkarmon, or Daun Penh is the practical challenge - Chroy Changvar sits across the Tonle Sap River and involves either the Japanese Friendship Bridge or the Chroy Changvar Bridge depending on your starting point, adding 20-40 minutes each way in peak traffic. Online reviews are limited and come from 2023, so ask the school for current parent references. No independent accreditation inspection results are publicly available; confirm with admissions whether a CIS or WASC process is underway.
What parents value
- –Cambodia's only SCSA/WACE-authorised school. Graduates earn a Western Australian high school diploma - directly recognised for Australian university entry - alongside the Cambodian diploma and an IELTS certificate. Australian Ambassador attendance at graduation reflects genuine bilateral recognition.
- –Mid-sized community (~300 students) with inquiry-based teaching and individual attention. Sibling discounts of 5%, 10%, and 15%. Fee range (US$4,314 to US$13,385) positions it as competitive mid-market for a full secondary pathway.
Points of consideration
- –Chroy Changvar campus is on the north side of the river. Families living in BKK1, Daun Penh, or Chamkarmon face a 25-40 minute commute each way at peak hours. School bus availability and routes should be confirmed with admissions before enrolling.
- –Limited public review data and no published inspection results. Ask the school directly for recent parent contacts, and confirm whether external accreditation is in progress. The fee schedule on the website has not been updated since 2025; verify the 2025-26 and 2026-27 figures directly with admissions.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Early Years 2-3 (half-day) | 2 | 5,114 |
| Early Years 2-3 (full-day) | 2 | 7,318 |
| Early Years 4 (half-day) | 4 | 5,603 |
| Early Years 4 (full-day) | 4 | 7,811 |
| Kindergarten (half-day) | 5 | 6,095 |
| Kindergarten (full-day) | 5 | 8,301 |
| Grade 1 | 6 | 8,792 |
| Grade 2 | 7 | 9,281 |
| Grade 3 | 8 | 9,773 |
| Grade 4 | 9 | 10,263 |
| Grade 5 | 10 | 10,753 |
| Grade 6 | 11 | 11,244 |
| Grade 7 | 12 | 11,772 |
| Grade 8 | 13 | 12,131 |
| Grade 9 | 14 | 12,715 |
| Grade 10 | 15 | 13,205 |
| Grade 11 | 16 | 13,696 |
| Grade 12 | 17 | 14,185 |
Fees converted from USD. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | 250 |
| Deposit Fee | 250 |
Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's year group.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
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Accreditations
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Memberships
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Student Body
Phnom Penh's international schools draw a mix of diplomatic, NGO, and corporate families alongside a growing cohort of locally-based international families. Contact the school for current enrolment breakdown.
Leadership
School leadership
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