Cambodia Education and Community

Your trip to Cambodia

Program type: Community Development

Duration: 14 Days

Accommodation: Hotel

Transport: Minibus, Boat

Sustainable Development Goals: 4. Quality Education, 6. Clean Water and Sanitation, 17. Partnerships for the Goals

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Trip highlights

Discover the temples of Siem Reap – Explore Cambodia’s iconic temple sites over the weekend, including Angkor Wat and Neak Pean, and experience the famous PHARE circus show and vibrant night markets.
Support local education projects – Contribute to a school environment's improvement through educational activities and renovation work, supporting children’s learning while building confidence and teamwork skills.
Explore Cambodia’s history and resilience – Visit powerful historical sites including Choeung Ek and the S21 Genocide Museum, and watch a private screening of The Killing Fields to gain a deeper understanding of Cambodia’s recent past.
Immerse yourself in Cambodian culture – Take part in Khmer language lessons, meditation with monks, a Buddhist water blessing, and visits to the Royal Palace and local markets to experience everyday life in Phnom Penh.

What you can expect

Live and work alongside a Cambodian community as you take part in collaborative education and development initiatives. Your program will blend meaningful project work with cultural discovery. You’ll learn how to plan lessons, lead educational activities, and work with children as well as strengthen your communication, teamwork, and community engagement skills while helping create a more stimulating place for children to learn. Support children’s development by helping them improve their English, numeracy, and motor skills through reading sessions and teaching basic writing, number games, and flashcards.

Immerse yourself in Cambodia’s culture and history through experiences that explore both its rich heritage and complex past. You’ll take part in Khmer language lessons, visit the Royal Palace, meditate with monks, and spend time in lively local markets. The program also includes a private screening of The Killing Fields and guided visits to the Choeung Ek Killing Fields and the S21 Genocide Museum, offering important insight into the Khmer Rouge regime.

But a trip to Cambodia is not complete without visiting the iconic Angkor temples! During the weekend enjoy a change of scenery as you travel to Siem Reap. There, you will explore the iconic Angkor temples, watch the inspiring PHARE circus show, visit their social enterprise, and stroll through vibrant markets at night.

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Why choose Cambodia for your Community Development program?

Cambodia provides a rich cultural setting for schools wanting a program that combines service, immersion, and student development. Through hands-on education and community projects, students contribute directly to improving local learning environments while building communication, teamwork, and leadership skills. Seeing the real-world impact of their work reinforces key themes in global citizenship, social responsibility, and collaborative problem-solving.

Beyond the project work, Cambodia’s cultural and historical landscape expands learning well beyond the classroom. Visits to important cultural sites provide opportunities to deepen students' understanding of global history, from ancient to modern eras.

By living and working within a local community, students are encouraged to engage with new perspectives, strengthening empathy and intercultural understanding. For educators, the program supports curriculum goals within a safe, structured environment that fosters confidence, independence, and personal growth.

What's included?

Included:

Accommodation – Clean, safe, and welcoming accommodation. A home away from home with comfortable amenities.
Meals and drinking water – All breakfast, lunch, and dinners and always fresh drinking water.
Transportation – To and from the airport, plus everything in between.
24/7 Support – Round-the-clock support on the ground and 24/7 backup from our global teams.
Free teacher places – One free staff place for every nine students that travel
Travel and medical insurance – Provided by our trusted insurance partners.
Activities – All excursions, cultural activities, and social events.
Project training and materials – All program activities and equipment, including training and workshops from experienced professionals.
Projects Abroad T-shirt – A free t-shirt for every traveler.
Dedicated pre-departure support – Your group’s own contact to support with everything from application to departure.
Presentations for students, parents, and teachers – Online or in-person presentations to answer all questions and help prepare travelers for their programme.
Fundraising advice – Support and resources to aid students’ fundraising journeys.

Upon request:

Flights – We can arrange group flights for you to keep your booking simple.
Reflective journals – Custom-made journals to support student reflections and learning outcomes.
Courses with our school of record for additional pre-college credits (earn between 3 and 15 academic credits)  – Bolster your program's educational value with an online course developed specifically for Projects Abroad participants in collaboration with our official schools of record: Greensboro College (North Carolina, USA) and Hartwick College (New York, USA).