Founding Family Programme — enrolment open for the 2026–2027 year (from Nursery to Year 6). Enquire today →
Norea International School campus at The Élysée, Koh Pich
Opening August 2026 · The Élysée, Koh Pich

A world-class education, rooted in Khmer identity.

Norea International School blends a rigorous British curriculum with the Khmer national pathway — so every child can reach the world without leaving home behind.

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Nurture · Innovate · Succeed·Developed by OCIC·Endorsed by the British Embassy
British Curriculum+ Khmer national pathway
The Élysée, Koh PichPhnom Penh, Cambodia
Founding scholarshipsup to 100% for 5 years
Holistic learningsports · music · drama · languages
Our belief

Where international education and Khmer identity grow together.

Norea International School is built on a simple conviction: a child does not have to choose between a global future and their roots. We nurture curiosity, inspire innovation, and empower every learner to succeed — in an inclusive community where both grow side by side.

Alongside our international curriculum, students may follow the Khmer pathway and sit the National Exam — supported by a modern academic setting and a rich programme of sport, music, drama and world languages.

Nurture Innovate Succeed
A Norea educator reading one-to-one with a young learner
Every child, nurtured
Academics

Two pathways. One well-rounded child.

Families choose the route that fits their child’s future — and never have to trade global standards for national belonging.

International

British Curriculum

A globally recognised, inquiry-led education that builds strong English, critical thinking and confidence — preparing students for universities and opportunities worldwide.

  • Early Years through primary, growing year on year
  • English-medium, internationally benchmarked
  • Holistic assessment beyond exams
National

Khmer Pathway & National Exam

The option to pursue the Khmer curriculum and sit for the National Exam — so students stay connected to their language, culture and country while learning to a world-class standard.

  • Khmer language, culture and identity at the core
  • Full preparation for the National Exam
  • An inclusive environment where both pathways thrive
Campus life

A well-rounded learning experience.

Great learning reaches far beyond the classroom. At Norea, curiosity is fed through the arts, movement, teamwork and discovery.

Music lesson

Music

Instruments, performance and confidence — one note at a time.

Robotics and STEM challenge

Innovation & STEM

Hands-on robotics and problem-solving that spark real curiosity.

Horse riding activity

Sports & activity

From riding to team games — building balance, grit and joy.

Open house arts and community

Arts & drama

Creativity, expression and world languages for a global mind.

Programmes

Growing with your child.

We welcome learners from Nursery to Year 6 this year, with new year groups added as our founding community grows toward middle and high school.

Early Years

Nursery & Reception

A warm, play-based start where young learners build confidence through exploration and meaningful experiences.

Ages 3–4
Primary

Year 1 – Year 6

A rigorous, inquiry-led foundation across the core subjects, the arts, sport and world languages.

Ages 5–11
Coming as we grow

Middle & High School

New grade levels open each year, extending toward middle and high school for our founding families.

Planned expansion
What guides us

Respect · Excellence · Balance

The values our Head of School and educators bring to every classroom, every day.

01 — Respect

Respect

For every child, culture and story — the foundation of an inclusive community where all belong.

02 — Excellence

Excellence

World-class standards in teaching and learning, holding every learner to their highest potential.

03 — Balance

Balance

Academics, arts, sport and wellbeing in harmony — nurturing the whole child, not just the grade.

★ Founding Family Programme

Be part of the beginning.

Our founding families shape the culture of the school — and enjoy exclusive privileges, including scholarship awards that last five full years. Spaces are limited by design.

Awards apply to new students following the NIS Academic Assessment & interview. Enquire for current availability and the next intake.
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100%
Full Tuition ScholarshipFor 5 full years of learning
80%
Tuition ScholarshipFor 5 full years of learning
65%
Tuition ScholarshipFor 5 full years of learning
Newly upgraded
Leadership

A vision families can trust.

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Guided by the values of respect, excellence and balance, we’re building a place where every child can learn, grow and develop with confidence.

Hear directly from our Head of School on the vision behind Norea — and what families can expect from a school where international learning and Khmer identity grow together.

Ms. Shailani Borges
Ms. Shailani BorgesHead of School, Norea International School
In their words

A message from the British Ambassador

H.E. Dominic Williams, the British Ambassador to Cambodia, shares a special message on the power of education — and its role in shaping the leaders of tomorrow. At Norea, we believe every child’s journey begins with a world-class education.

H.E. Dominic Williams
H.E. Dominic WilliamsBritish Ambassador to Cambodia
British Curriculum · Endorsed by the British Embassy
A glimpse of Norea

Where curiosity grows and friendships begin.

Art activity at the Norea open house
A music lesson at Norea
A student horse riding at Koh Pich
Robotics and STEM challenge
A teacher reading with a young learner
A face-painting activity at Norea
Visit us

Come and see where your child will thrive.

Tour the campus at The Élysée, meet our educators and leadership team, and discover our programmes and Founding Family privileges. We’d love to welcome your family to the beginning of Norea.

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Campus
Building B3-097, Ground Floor (E0)
The Élysée, Koh Pich St., Sangkat Tonle Bassac,
Khan Chamkarmon, Phnom Penh 120101