Cambodia National Curriculum Overview

The Cambodian National Curriculum is developed by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (MoEYS), covering early childhood to secondary education. It emphasizes Khmer language, mathematics, science, social studies, and basic literacy skills

Cambodian National Curriculum Overview

Primary and Secondary

The Cambodian National Curriculum is developed by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (MoEYS), covering early childhood to secondary education. It emphasizes Khmer language, mathematics, science, social studies, and basic literacy skills

Curriculum Structure

Educational Stage Grade Illustrate
Preschool 3–5 years Cultivate basic life skills and preliminary learning habits (non-compulsory education)
Primary Grades 1–6 National language (Khmer), mathematics, social studies, moral education, natural sciences, and art
Lower Secondary Grades 7–9 Add more professional courses such as physics, chemistry, biology, geography, history, etc.
Upper Secondary Grades 10–12 Preparing for a Diploma of Baccalaureate

Key Features


  • Khmer is the main medium of instruction, ensuring strong literacy in the national language
  • Emphasizes core academic competencies like reading and math
  • Subjects become more specialized in lower secondary to prepare for upper-level learning
  • National examinations are held at Grade 6, 9, and 12 to assess academic progress