Preah Monivong High School in Battambang Province, Cambodia, has attained a significant milestone by being awarded the Label France Education quality mark, showcasing its exceptional French-speaking bilingual education. This esteemed recognition, granted by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs in partnership with the Cambodian Ministry of Education, Youth, and Sport, underscores the school’s dedication to providing high-quality education in both Khmer and French languages.
The Label France Education program encompasses 651 institutions across 63 nations, highlighting a vast network committed to excellence in French bilingual education. Preah Monivong High School's inclusion in this select group is a result of its rigorous bilingual curriculum and collaborative efforts with the French embassy to enhance French language education in Cambodia. Initiated in 2017, this endeavour led to the school's official recognition in September of the preceding year, marking a significant advancement in educational standards.
The award ceremony, attended by Education Minister Hang Chuon Naron and Elodie Vialis from the French embassy, celebrated the school’s achievement and emphasized the fruitful cooperation between Cambodia and France in the educational realm. This collaboration promises to provide students and educators at Preah Monivong High School with access to diverse learning resources and engagement in international initiatives, enriching the educational landscape and fostering bilateral educational ties.
Preah Monivong High School’s attainment of the Label France Education mark signifies its commitment to improving student outcomes and reducing dropout rates. Kong Samneang, head of the Federation of Education Services in Cambodia, commended the school for its successful evaluation, recognizing the mark's significance in advancing language education quality. This accolade not only represents a milestone for Preah Monivong High School but also catalyzes the promotion of bilingual education excellence nationwide.
