Global Benchmarking: KCE International School Principal Explores Innovation in Japan
PHNOM PENH, February 28, 2026 — In a strategic move to elevate the quality of its academic programs, KCE International School has announced the successful completion of a diplomatic and educational visit to Japan by Principal Mrs. Lar Sopheak. The visit focused on cross-cultural exchange and the adaptation of Japanese educational excellence to the Cambodian context.
Insights from the “Land of the Rising Sun”
Japanese education is globally celebrated for its unique balance of high academic rigor and deep character development. Mrs. Lar Sopheak’s visit focused on three key areas of innovation:
- Character Building (Moral Education): Observing how Japanese schools integrate social responsibility, cleanliness, and respect into the daily curriculum—values that align perfectly with KCE’s mission to “Create Accountable Citizens.”
- STEM & Technology Integration: Exploring advanced methods of teaching science and mathematics through hands-on, inquiry-based learning.
- Holistic Discipline: Learning how Japanese “Kumi” (class) structures foster deep peer-to-peer support and a collective sense of duty toward the school environment.
Enhancing the KCE Community
From our perspective at Schools Cambodia, this international partnership is a significant value-add for KCE families. The insights gained from this visit are expected to ripple through the school in several ways:
- Academic Quality: Implementing new classroom management techniques that increase student focus and participation.
- Global Connectivity: Building the foundation for future student exchanges or collaborative projects between KCE and Japanese institutions.
- Modernized Pedagogy: Adapting the “Lesson Study” (Jugyo Kenkyu) model, where teachers work together to perfect individual lessons for maximum student impact.
We commend KCE International School for its commitment to continuous improvement. By looking toward Japan, KCE is not just teaching its students about the world—it is bringing the best of the world to its students.