On January 5, 2026, Bayon School officially inaugurated two new bilingual Khmer/English Montessori preschool classes in Siem Reap, welcoming 60 children aged 3 to 6.
This opening represents a key milestone in the institution’s development and reflects its long-term commitment to high-quality early childhood education.

The educational program is based on a rigorous integration of Montessori principles and the Khmer national curriculum, within a structured and inclusive learning environment.

Fully renovated classrooms, daily access to balanced meals, and an on-site infirmary contribute to the children’s health, well-being, and overall development.
The active involvement of families in school life strengthens educational continuity and supports the autonomy, confidence, and cultural identity of the students.

We were delighted to welcome 24 new students to the Bayon Pastry and Bakery School.
All come from disadvantaged backgrounds and are enthusiastically embarking on learning French pastry and baking techniques.

This marks our second intake of the year — and for the first time, we are welcoming two cohorts within the same year. With this new group, our school grows from 18 to 42 students, a milestone that reflects both the growing demand for our program and our commitment to offering more young women access to professional training.

Later in the year, they will also undertake an internship, which is essential for gaining professional experience and preparing them for a long-term career.

Their arrival marks the beginning of a challenging but promising journey, guided by the desire to build a solid, fulfilling future full of opportunities.

Every day at school is an opportunity to develop valuable skills, build self-confidence and discover the joy of creating treats that bring smiles to others’ faces.

This is the beginning of an enriching journey, where our students will be able to flourish, lay the foundations for their professional future and become inspiring role models for other young women. We wish them every success and look forward to following their progress!

From their very first days, they had the opportunity to get involved in the French Market of Siem Reap, organised in collaboration with the International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF), the Chamber of Commerce and the Paul Dubrule School.

Our students helped prepare and sell pastries and bread rolls, offering a concrete glimpse into the profession and life as a professional pastry chef.

It was also a special opportunity to interact with visitors, discover how a stall operates, and learn to work as a team in a real-life context.

We have undertaken to set up two Montessori classrooms, environments designed so that each child can explore, create, and learn at their own pace. This approach is intended to be rolled out throughout the preschool so that 60 children can benefit from this education free of charge.

Now, to bring our second Montessori classroom to life, we rely on your generous support — every contribution helps open the door to more children’s learning and opportunity.

Building solid foundations: providing children with the necessary foundations for successful schooling, harmonious development and lasting fulfilment.

Stimulating curiosity and confidence: thanks to the Montessori method – free choice, manipulation, exploration – each child develops their creativity, critical thinking, natural curiosity and self-esteem.

Learning English from an early age: Khmer/English bilingualism becomes a real asset for future integration into the local economy, particularly in the tourism sector.

Inspiring and replicating: a high-quality educational model, designed to be reproducible and adaptable to other schools in Cambodia.