HOPE International School Co LTD

What HOPE International School Co LTD does

HOPE International School Co LTD (legal name "H.I School CO., LTD") is a non-profit Christian K-12 international school founded in 2002 and headquartered in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. It serves primarily the children of Christian workers, missionaries, and international families from more than 30 countries, operating a single campus under the explicit mission of supporting world missions through quality Christ-centered education. The school delivers UK National Curriculum from Preschool through Grade 8, the Cambridge IGCSE pathway in Grades 9-10, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Grades 11-12, with English-medium instruction, capped English Language Learner ratios, and a Biblical worldview integrated across subjects.

The product surface extends beyond academic programming into multiple integrated modules: the HOPE Koupreys competitive athletics program, the Parent University educational series, after-school extracurricular clubs, a homeschool support service, a school-branded merchandise shop (uniforms, hoodies, accessories), C9 Catering meal services, and the SEQTA Learn/Engage learning management platform for student and parent communication. Operational technology includes WooCommerce for the online shop, Cognito Forms for admissions workflows, Telegram channels for school-specific notices, Google Calendar integration, and Trustbridge Global plus ABA Bank for international and domestic donations respectively.

Revenue is generated primarily through recurring tuition and academic fees paid per school year, supplemented by $100 non-refundable application fees, front-office merchandise sales, donations from global supporters (channeled through Trustbridge Global and ABA Bank), and modest fees from homeschool program participants. The school employs 51-100 staff and is governed by a voluntary board comprising representatives from seven Christian mission organizations (Assemblies of God, OMF, Pioneers, IMB, SIL, Interserve International) plus Parent Council and staff delegates. It holds four major international accreditations (ACSI, ACS WASC, IBO, CIE Cambridge), positioning it as one of the most credentialed international schools in Cambodia for portable, internationally-recognized academic pathways.

Name

HOPE International School Co LTD

Legal name

H.I School CO., LTD

Website

https://hope.edu.kh

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

HOPE International School is a non-profit Christian K-12 international school in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, serving children of missionaries and Christian workers from 30+ countries. It delivers UK, IGCSE, and IB curricula with Biblical worldview integration.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

Keywords

• International K-12 education
• Christ-centered schooling
• IB Diploma Programme
• IGCSE curriculum
• Missionary family education

Headquarters

HQ city

Phnom Penh

HQ country

Cambodia

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Academic Fees: Primary revenue stream from tuition fees charged per school year for enrolled students across preschool through high school programs. Fees vary by grade level and are paid per academic year.
2. Application Fees: Non-refundable application fee of $100 per student charged upon submission of the enrollment application.
3. Merchandise and Uniform Sales: School shop sales including uniforms (house color shirts, polo shirts, hoodies), accessories (caps, wristbands, bags, keychains), and branded items (mugs, flasks, magnets, stickers). Sold through front office during school hours.
4. Donations and Sponsorships: International donations via Trustbridge Global platform and local ABA Bank transfers. Funds support student scholarships, land purchase, and primary building construction. Annual Strides for HOPE fundraiser generates approximately $3,000 for families in financial hardship.
5. Homeschool Program Fees: Fees for homeschool families accessing extracurricular clubs, library membership, standardized testing, and special event access.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

HOPE International School delivers a Christ-centered international education program for students from Preschool (ages 3-5) through Grade 12 in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The school follows the UK National Curriculum at the Primary level and offers IGCSE (Grades 9-10) and IB Diploma (Grades 11-12) pathways at the Secondary level, with biblical worldview integration across all subjects. The institution explicitly exists to support families of Christian workers and missionaries serving in Cambodia and surrounding regions.

Product overview

HOPE International School Co LTD operates as an international educational institution offering a comprehensive K-12 Christ-centered education program structured as a core unified platform with multiple specialized modules and add-on services. The core product is the Education Program spanning Preschool through Grade 12, delivering UK-based curriculum with Biblical worldview integration. This core platform is augmented by distinct programs including the IGCSE (Cambridge) certification pathway for Grades 9-10 and IB Diploma Programme for Grades 11-12. The school extends its offerings through complementary services: the Homeschool Program supporting remote families, the School Shop merchandise system, the Koupreys Athletic competitive sports program, Parent University educational sessions, Extracurricular Clubs for enrichment, C9 Catering meal services, and SEQTA digital learning/communication platform. The institution is accredited by ACSI, ACS WASC, IBO, and Cambridge International Examinations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Koupreys: HOPE International School's athletic/sports program brand and mascot. The Koupreys is the national animal of Cambodia.

Products and services

• HOPE International School Education Program Comprehensive Christ-centered international education from Preschool (ages 3-5) through Grade 12, following UK National Curriculum for Primary, with IGCSE and IB Diploma pathways for High School students. For missionary families and international families in Cambodia.
• IGCSE Program (Grades 9-10) International General Certificate of Secondary Education programme administered by University of Cambridge, offering courses in English Language, English Literature, Maths, Science, and elective subjects including French, History, P.E., Art, Geography, Business, Computer Science, Music. For High School students in Grades 9-10.
• IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11-12) Two-year International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme recognized by universities worldwide, with courses from six learning areas and IB Core components including Theory of Knowledge, CAS, and Extended Essay. For High School students in Grades 11-12.
• Homeschool Program Support services for homeschool families including community connection, extracurricular club access, library membership, playground usage, and standardized testing scheduling. For homeschool families in the Christian community of Phnom Penh.
• HOPE Koupreys Athletic Program Athletic and sports program providing competitive sports participation locally and abroad, with information about upcoming events, photos, and volunteer opportunities. For enrolled students and the broader community.
• Extracurricular Clubs After-school clubs meeting once weekly for eight weeks, offering diverse activities for students with various fee structures billed to family accounts. For enrolled students.
• Parent University Educational sessions for parents on current topics and trends for nurturing children, including audio recordings on topics such as Digital Citizenship, Faith/Health/Relationships, and Healthy Habits. For parents of enrolled students and the broader community.
• HOPE School Shop (Merchandise) School merchandise store offering customized clothing and materials with school name, logo and mascot including House Color Shirts, hoodies, polo shirts, caps, bags, wristbands, flasks, mugs, magnets, keychains, stickers, and stringbags. For students, families, and supporters.

Quantifiable outcome

• IGCSE and IB credentials recognized by universities worldwide for higher education admission
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Century 9 (C9 Inspired)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerC9 Inspired is a catering ministry that partners with HOPE to provide healthy, delicious, and affordable meals for the school community. They operate the school canteen and Sahakom Community Cafe, offering variety of lunch, snack, and drink options. C9 also provides specialized catering services for school events with international cuisine.
• Sahakom Community CafecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity cafe operated in partnership with C9 Inspired, providing additional dining options for the school community alongside the main canteen.
• Assemblies of God Missionary FellowshipcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne of seven member mission organizations represented on the HOPE Board. AGWM provides governance oversight and strategic direction as part of the board governance structure.
• OMF (Overseas Missionary Fellowship)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember mission organization on HOPE Board providing governance oversight. OMF is represented by Angeline Porter on the governing board.
• PioneerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember mission organization represented on the HOPE Board by Ruth Appleby, providing governance and strategic oversight.
• International Mission Board (IMB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSouthern Baptist mission organization represented on the HOPE Board, contributing to governance oversight of the school.
• SIL (Summer Institute of Linguistics)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember mission organization on HOPE Board providing governance oversight for language and education initiatives.
• Interserve InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember mission organization represented on the HOPE Board by Grace Loh, providing governance oversight and strategic direction.
• Child Safety & Protection Network (CSPN)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSPN collaborates with HOPE to foster environments where children's well-being and safety are paramount. Together they work to connect, educate, and protect children from harm. HOPE recognizes its responsibility to protect children beyond the school environment.
• Trustbridge GlobalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOnline donation platform used by HOPE for accepting international contributions. Provides secure donation processing for supporters worldwide contributing to student scholarships, land purchase, and building projects.
• ABA BankminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLocal Cambodian bank partner enabling domestic donations and fee payments. Account: H.I School CO., LTD, Account: 007 665 962. Used for local transfer of donations and tuition payments.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• International School of Phnom Penh (ISPP): ISPP is a leading non-profit international K-12 school in Phnom Penh offering IB programmes. It competes with HOPE for international families in the same metropolitan market with similar curriculum pathways.
• British International School of Phnom Penh: A British-curriculum international school in Phnom Penh targeting similar expatriate and international families. Comparable to HOPE in serving internationally-mobile families in Cambodia with internationally-recognized credentials.
• Liger International School (Cambodia): Liger is an international school in Phnom Penh with a project-based curriculum serving a similar international student base. It is comparable to HOPE as a Phnom Penh-based international school competing for the same expatriate pool.
• Northbridge International School Cambodia: Northbridge is an international K-12 school in Phnom Penh delivering IB PYP, MYP, and DP programmes. It directly competes with HOPE for expatriate and international families seeking IB-accredited education in Cambodia.
• Cambodia International School (CIS): CIS is an international school in Phnom Penh serving the expatriate community. It competes with HOPE for the same international-family demographic in the Phnom Penh market.
• Singapore International School (SIS) Cambodia: SIS is an international K-12 school in Phnom Penh offering IGCSE and IB pathways, directly comparable to HOPE's Cambridge/IB curriculum stack for international families in Cambodia.

Others

• ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International): ACSI is the accrediting body for HOPE and a network organization for Christian schools globally. It is comparable as an enabling organization in HOPE's accreditation and community ecosystem.
• Trustbridge Global: Trustbridge Global is HOPE's donation processing platform for international giving. It is comparable as an enabling infrastructure partner supporting HOPE's donation-based revenue stream.

Regional players

• International School of Siem Reap: An international school in Siem Reap, Cambodia serving expatriate families with international curricula. Comparable to HOPE as a Cambodia-based international school, though serving a different city.

Emerging players

• Faith Academy (Manila): Faith Academy Manila is a Christian missionary-focused K-12 international school in Asia offering similar mission-aligned education. It is comparable to HOPE as a faith-based international school serving missionary families across Southeast Asia.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/HOPE.School.Cambodia
• Instagraminstagram.com/hope.school.cambodia
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hope-international-school

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles19 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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