Cambodia’s capital city, Phnom Penh, is undergoing rapid transformation. Like many developing Asian nations, a growing middle class is emerging and there are now plenty of international job opportunities. Combine that with the low cost of living and the wide choice of international schools, and you have a recipe for expat family heaven.

The standard of education in Cambodia’s public schools is low when compared to global standards. Teaching is through the Khmer language - a significant barrier for most non-natives - and expat children are usually not permitted to attend public schools anyway. So, an international school is the preferred option for the vast majority of expats in Phnom Penh.

Before you start panicking about how much an international school in Asia will cost you, know this: Phnom Penh ranks as the cheapest city in Asia for international education. There is seriously good value for money in Cambodia’s capital, especially when compared to other Asian capitals like Beijing, Seoul or Singapore. The standards and facilities on offer are also getting better and better all the time.

There has been a sharp increase in the number of international schools in Phnom Penh in recent years. The majority of Cambodia’s international schools are located in the capital, so there is no better city to base yourself if schooling is a priority. There are international schools scattered throughout Phnom Penh in almost all central areas.