Paragon International School

What Paragon International School does

Paragon International School Cambodia operates a single-site, integrated K-12 international school in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, serving students aged 2 to 18 across Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary levels. The school delivers two parallel programmes: a fully English-medium International Programme that follows the Cambridge International Education (CAIE) framework from Cambridge Early Years through AS/A Levels, and a Bilingual Programme that combines the Khmer National Curriculum with Cambridge subjects. Supporting services include Learning Support for students with mild learning difficulties, College Counselling from Grade 10, an on-campus SAT Test Centre, a Student Information System (SIS) mobile application for parents and students, and elective foreign-language programmes in Chinese, French and Khmer.

The underlying technology stack is non-proprietary and curriculum-led: the school is an official Cambridge Assessment International Education examination centre and a CIS-accredited institution, layering international benchmarks onto the MoEYS-authorised national diploma framework. The 2025 purpose-built main campus at Land 402, Plov Lom, Svay Pak consolidates previously separate Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary facilities into one site equipped with science laboratories, ICT and robotics suites, studios, two libraries and collaborative learning spaces, providing operational scale that previous fragmented campuses could not.

The business model is straightforward tuition-based subscription: families pay recurring annual fees that differ by programme (International vs Bilingual), supplemented by enrollment fees, transportation (school bus) charges, and Cambridge/SAT examination registration fees. The go-to-market is direct-to-consumer, relying on the school's website, campus tours (including 360° virtual tours), open days, community word-of-mouth, and structured referral incentives (sibling, alumni and $500 cash referral discounts), with scholarships at Grade 6 and Grade 7 used to attract high-performing students. As a non-profit institution governed by a School Board, surpluses are reinvested in facilities and programming rather than distributed to owners.

Name

Paragon International School

Legal name

Paragon International School Cambodia

Website

https://paragonisc.edu.kh

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Paragon International School Cambodia is a CIS-accredited, Cambridge-registered K-12 international school in Phnom Penh offering English-medium International and Khmer-English Bilingual programmes to students aged 2 to 18, operating from a purpose-built 2025 campus.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 International Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industry

Nonsectarian Independent Day Schools (EDAJABAA)

Keywords

• K-12 education
• Cambridge International curriculum
• International school programmes
• Bilingual education services
• College counselling services

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, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Enrollment Fees: Paragon ISC generates revenue primarily through tuition fees for its International and Bilingual programmes. Fee structures differ between programmes, with international programme fees distinct from bilingual programme fees. Additional revenue streams include enrollment fees, transportation (school bus) services, and examination registration fees for Cambridge qualifications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Paragon International School Cambodia is a private, non-profit K-12 institution that delivers a full Cambridge International Education curriculum across two parallel tracks: an English-medium International Programme and a Khmer-medium Bilingual Programme combined with Cambridge subjects. The school offers Kindergarten through Grade 12, including Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and AS/A Level pathways, supplemented by mother-tongue language programmes (Chinese, French, Khmer for foreigners), Learning Support services, college counselling, and an authorised SAT Test Centre. The offering is delivered on a 7.7-hectare purpose-built campus in Phnom Penh by a multi-national teaching faculty and supported by the Edunova Paragon ISC mobile application.

Product overview

Paragon International School Cambodia operates as an integrated K-12 educational institution offering two primary programmatic tracks: an International Programme (Cambridge International Education/CAIE curriculum taught in English) and a Bilingual Programme (Khmer National Curriculum plus Cambridge subjects). The International Programme spans Cambridge Early Years (Kindergarten, ages 2-6), Cambridge Primary (Grades 1-6), Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE (Grades 9-10), and AS/A Levels (Grades 11-12), with diploma equivalency recognised by Cambodia's Ministry of Education. Language offerings include Chinese, French, and Khmer (for international students). The school provides supplementary services including Learning Support, College Counselling, SAT Test Centre facilities, and a Student Information System (SIS) mobile app. Extracurricular activities encompass STEM/Robotics clubs, Performance Arts, Sports, and Academic clubs. The institution is CIS accredited and serves students from over 9 nationalities across purpose-built campuses in Phnom Penh.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• International Programme A full Cambridge International Education (CAIE) curriculum taught in English, covering Kindergarten through Grade 12 with Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and AS/A Level qualifications, designed for expatriate and English-speaking families seeking internationally portable qualifications.
• Bilingual Programme A Khmer National Curriculum combined with Cambridge subjects, taught bilingually across Kindergarten through Grade 12, designed for local Cambodian families wanting national curriculum grounding with international qualification components.
• Kindergarten Programme Early-years foundational programme for young learners that delivers age-appropriate Cambridge-based early years curriculum within both the International and Bilingual tracks, focusing on school readiness and holistic development.
• Primary Programme Primary-years academic programme (Cambridge Primary stage) delivered across both International and Bilingual tracks, building core literacy, numeracy, science, and creative-arts competencies for students in the primary grade range.
• Secondary Programme (IGCSE and AS/A Level) Secondary academic programme delivering Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and AS/A Level qualifications within the International track, preparing students for international university admission through internationally recognised credentials.
• Chinese Language Programme Mother-tongue Chinese language instruction offered as a supplementary language programme for students whose first language is Chinese or who wish to maintain Chinese language proficiency alongside their core curriculum.
• French Language Programme Mother-tongue French language instruction offered as a supplementary language programme for native French-speaking students or those seeking to maintain French language proficiency alongside their core curriculum.
• Khmer Language Programme for International Students Khmer language instruction tailored for non-Khmer-speaking international students enrolled at the school, supporting their integration into Cambodian culture and daily life while studying the international curriculum.
• Learning Support Services Dedicated learning support services providing differentiated instruction and accommodations for students with diverse learning needs across both academic tracks.
• College Counselling Structured college counselling service guiding Grade 11-12 students through international university applications, supporting entry to universities in the US, UK, and other countries based on their IGCSE and AS/A Level results.
• SAT Test Centre Authorised SAT testing centre allowing enrolled students and external candidates to sit the SAT examination on-site, supporting US university admission pathways.
• Edunova Paragon ISC Mobile Application Official mobile application of the school providing Student Information System (SIS) functionality, including parent-teacher communication, scheduling, and access to digital learning resources.

Quantifiable outcome

• High university acceptance rate with 2023-2024 graduates admitted to institutions including University of Toronto, University of Manchester, King's College London, University of Bristol, and Monash University

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParagon ISC is an official Cambridge registered examination centre offering Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and AS/A Level qualifications. Students benefit from recognized international programmes and can sit Cambridge examinations at the school.
• Council of International Schools (CIS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCIS accreditation validates the school's academic quality and commitment to international education standards. This accreditation is recognized by ministries, departments of education, and universities worldwide.
• Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (MoEYS), CambodiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe school is authorized by MoEYS as a non-profit educational institution and implements the national curriculum framework. The International Programme diploma is recognized as equivalent to the national high school diploma.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• CIA First International School: A large multi-campus international school group based in Cambodia offering British-style and international programmes from early years through secondary. Competes with Paragon on breadth of programme offering and on Phnom Penh catchment families.
• Northbridge International School Cambodia: A premium international school in Phnom Penh delivering IB PYP, MYP and DP programmes. Overlaps directly with Paragon on full K-12 international pathway positioning and competes for the same fee-paying family segment.
• International School of Phnom Penh (ISPP): The oldest and most established international school in Phnom Penh, offering an IB curriculum from early years through Grade 12. Competes directly with Paragon for premium expatriate and Cambodian families seeking globally recognised qualifications in the same catchment.
• Liger Leadership Academy: A Cambodia-based private K-12 school that combines an internationally recognised curriculum with a project-based leadership focus. Competes with Paragon for ambitious Cambodian and expatriate families seeking a globally oriented, character-driven education.
• Hope International School: A Cambodia-based international school serving both local and expatriate families with English-medium instruction and internationally benchmarked programmes. Operates in the same Phnom Penh catchment and competes on international curriculum positioning.

Regional players

• International School Bangkok (ISB): One of Southeast Asia's premier international schools, offering IB programmes from K-12 in Bangkok. Comparable to Paragon on premium international K-12 positioning and on serving globally mobile families, though operating in a different country.
• Singapore American School: A leading premium American international school in Singapore serving pre-K through Grade 12 with a globally competitive college-preparatory curriculum. Comparable to Paragon on premium fee-based international K-12 delivery, although at materially larger scale and serving a more affluent expat base.
• United World College South East Asia (UWCSEA): A multi-campus IB World School in Singapore delivering the IB from K-12 with a mission-driven, global-citizenship focus. Comparable to Paragon on international curriculum, holistic education ethos, and globally recognised qualifications, but at significantly larger scale and regional premium pricing.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

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