Free English & Computer Education for 300+ Children in Rural Siem Reap
100% funded and operated locally in Prasat Bakong district with no tuition fees or administration costs.
English Education
Basic to intermediate English, taught consistently so students can speak, read, and find better work.
Sports & Play
Teamwork, discipline, and confidence built through movement and play every week.
Life Skills
Communication, hygiene, and self-awareness. Practical things students carry with them for life.
Small school. Real work. Every day.
Savong Education is a community-based school in rural Cambodia. We provide free English classes, sports, and practical life skills for children who would otherwise have no access to them.
Most of our students come from families with very little. Our job is straightforward: give them skills they can use.
We are not a large organization. No complex systems, no outside management. We teach, we show up, and we keep the doors open every single day.
Support a Student"A student who learns English, plays, and builds confidence has a completely different future."— Savong Education, Prasat Bakong, Siem Reap
The People Behind Savong Education
Founded locally in Siem Reap and sustained by global supporters, our leadership team ensures free schooling, daily meals, and digital opportunities for 300+ children in Prasat Bakong.
Founder & DirectorMr. Vong Svay
Founder & Director
Founder of Savong Education Cambodia. Established the free school project in Prasat Bakong, Siem Reap, guiding organizational vision, community relations, and local educational development.
Managing DirectorVinh Loeng
Managing Director
Manages daily school operations, classroom scheduling, teacher & volunteer coordination, student welfare, and campus logistics in Prasat Bakong.
Key Sponsor & Global PartnerMr. Ram
Key Sponsor & Global Partner
When the school faced funding challenges, Mr. Ram stepped in to sponsor and sustain operations out of his own pocket, ensuring free schooling, laptops, and student nutrition for the children.
Three pillars. One purpose.
English
Basic to intermediate English, taught in small groups. Students learn to speak, read, and write at their own pace.
- Speaking and listening practice
- Reading and writing basics
- Skills that open up better jobs
Sports
Kids need to move. Sports give them an outlet, a reason to come back, and something to work toward together.
- Teamwork and fair play
- Physical health and energy
- Confidence outside the classroom
Life Skills
Practical things school doesn't always teach. Habits and awareness that stay with students as they get older.
- How to communicate clearly
- Hygiene and daily habits
- Knowing your own value
In rural areas, opportunity is limited.
Without school, most of these children have nowhere to go during the day and no clear path forward. Job options are limited. Options, full stop, are limited.
A few hours of English per week changes what is possible for a child here. It is not complicated.
Every class, every game, every conversation in English adds up. We have watched it happen.
Come teach. Come help. Make it real.
Savong Education is open to volunteers from anywhere in the world. If you have a week, two weeks, or longer, come and teach. The students are eager, the team is welcoming, and the work is straightforward.
No teaching degree needed. If you can speak English and show up on time, we can work with you.
Get in touch
Send us a message with a bit about yourself and when you are available. We will get back to you within a few days.
Plan your visit
The school is in Prasat Bakong, about 25km from Siem Reap town. We can help point you toward local accommodation.
Show up and teach
Meet the students, get a feel for the classroom, and start. There is no complicated onboarding process.
Ways to help.
Volunteer
Come and teach. Even a short visit makes a difference to students who don't often meet people from outside the community.
Get in touchSupport a Program
Help fund English classes, sports, or life skills sessions. Money given here goes to running costs, not administration.
Get in touchWork With Us
If you represent an organisation and want to do something concrete in rural Siem Reap, we are open to talking.
Get in touchWe are a small team. We do not aim to be perfect. We teach, we show up, and we keep the school running. If you choose to support Savong Education, you are putting money directly into a child's week. That is what it comes down to.