Children's education in Cambodia

Children's education in Cambodia
Education is an important element for the development of social and economic life in Cambodia. The education system in Cambodia is divided into public and private schools, with the role of training children to become well-educated workers for the development of the nation. Studying can take many forms, both in regular school and in personal instruction.
1. Public school
Public schools in Cambodia are institutions with a controlled education system of the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports. It is designed to provide educational opportunities for children in general, without distinction.
1.1 Languages ​​taught in public schools
1. Khmer language
Khmer is the national language and the main basis of the public school curriculum. It is used for teaching all kinds of subjects. Learning to read and write Khmer is the first goal for students.
2. English
English is included in the curriculum from the global intermediate level to the curriculum. It is part of the government's strategy to cultivate students' international competencies.
3. Chinese and other languages
Although not a universal curriculum, some public schools with the support of the Chinese community incorporate Chinese language instruction.
1.2 Learning and running in public schools
Children must attend classes from grade 1 to grade 12 with the following divisions:
• Primary (Grades 1-6):
Learning Khmer language, mathematics and other basic components to build a knowledge base.
• Secondary (Grades 7-9):
Continuing instruction in the social sciences and natural sciences, along with the increasingly important English language.
• Classroom (Grades 10-12):
Students are selected for a special course of study, such as science or the arts, that can meet their career goals.
1.3 Government support
The Cambodian government has invested in curricula focusing on:
• Providing free study materials to many schools.
• Supporting teacher training to ensure quality educational services.
1.4 Problems in public schools
Limited material availability:
Some schools in rural areas are developing more slowly than in urban areas.
• Multiple students per class:
Public schools have a large number of students per class, making it difficult to teach.
2. Private school
Private schools are a privately run education system that focuses on providing high quality educational services.
2.1 Languages ​​taught in private schools
• Khmer:
Private schools focus on learning Khmer like public schools.
• English:
English is taught more than public schools. Some private schools implement international programs such as Cambridge and TOEFL.
Chinese and other languages:
Chinese is widely taught by private schools with highly qualified teacher resources.
2.2 Private School Features
1. International programs:
Some private schools use Cambridge and American school programs to provide students with the opportunity to compete globally.
2. Use of technology:
Private schools have technology systems for practical teaching, such as digital curriculum and full online participation.
3. Old-fashioned equipment:
Private schools have state-of-the-art learning facilities that make it easy for students to study.
2.3 Problems in private schools
• High tuition fees:
Private schools need to be dominated by tuition revenues, which can be a problem for middle-class families.
• Inequality:
Studying in a private school can lead to a growing body of students of different backgrounds.
3. Other education
In addition to public and private schools, children in Cambodia also have the opportunity to study in a variety of ways.
3.1 Language schools
Many private schools focus on teaching languages ​​such as English.