EFI Ecole Francaise Internationale

The school aims to empower global minds and nurture individual excellence within a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment. It emphasizes the development of life skills, independence, and confidence, while cultivating critical and creative thought. The educational approach seeks to balance academic excellence with personal well-being, preparing students to be global citizens.

The school provides a bilingual French-English education structured into cycles, from nursery (TPS) through high school (Terminale). The curriculum integrates the French National Education system with Cambridge International programmes, including IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme. Students also choose a third language, either Khmer or Mandarin Chinese, and participate in subjects including mathematics, sciences, humanities, arts, and physical education.

The school reports a 100% success rate in examinations. Students are prepared for the French National Diploma (Diplôme National du Brevet) and the French Baccalauréat, as well as international qualifications such as the IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme.

The school is committed to providing support and encouragement through differentiated instruction to help students achieve their potential. Specific arrangements, such as intensive French classes, are available for students who require additional support to integrate into the French-taught curriculum. Learning support teachers are part of the faculty to assist students with their educational needs.

The school accepts students from 18 months of age, with specific requirements for different cycles. Admission to primary and secondary levels involves an interview with educational management, a review of previous school recommendations, and an assessment of French language proficiency. Priority is given to existing students, siblings of current students, and former students before new applicants are considered.

The academic calendar is set annually by the Board of Directors. It is structured to align with the shared campus usage of the Canadian International School (CIS), while also incorporating Cambodian holidays and the needs of expatriate families.

The school operates across two campuses in Phnom Penh. The Bassac Garden City campus hosts nursery and pre-kindergarten classes, while the Koh Pich campus serves students from junior kindergarten through high school. The Koh Pich campus features international-standard facilities, including an amphitheater, a 25-meter swimming pool, sports halls, a fitness room, libraries, and various sports pitches.

The school offers a range of extracurricular activities (CCAs) to complement the academic curriculum. These activities are coordinated by dedicated staff and are designed to support student development outside of the classroom.