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Khmer Cooking Class & Teaching English Experience at Aspire School
Spend a meaningful day experiencing Cambodian culture while supporting local children through teaching English.
With Aspire Cooking Class, we will ask a volunteers contribute $25 per meal to participate in cooking classes where they learn the art of traditional Cambodian cuisine. Participants are taught how to prepare popular dishes such as Amok fish or chicken, curry soup and beef lok lak. Most classes include visits to lively local markets, hands-on instruction from experienced chefs, and tasting sessions where participants can enjoy the dishes they have prepared themselves.
After the market visit, you will travel to Aspire School, located approximately 20 minutes from Siem Reap. There, you will take part in a hands-on Khmer cooking class led by local staff. Learn how to prepare traditional Cambodian dishes using fresh ingredients before enjoying the meal you have helped create.
Following lunch, you will have the opportunity to spend time with the children through games and activities before afternoon English classes begin. The school staff will provide guidance and materials.
8:00 AM Optional Market Visit
Your day begins with an optional visit to a local market at 8:00 AM, where you will learn about Khmer ingredients, traditional foods, and Cambodian culture. Hotel pickup from Siem Reap can be arranged for an additional fee.
Khmer Cooking Class
There, you will take part in a hands-on Khmer cooking class led by local staff. Learn how to prepare traditional Cambodian dishes using fresh ingredients before enjoying the meal you have helped create.
Time With Children
Following lunch, you will have the opportunity to spend time with the children through games and activities before afternoon English classes begin.
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM English Teaching
From 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, visitors are encouraged to assist with English lessons for students aged 6 to 14 years old. No teaching experience is required—just a good level of English. School staff will provide guidance and materials.
Apsara Dance Performance
The day concludes with a traditional Apsara dance performance by Aspire School students, showcasing an important part of Cambodia’s cultural heritage.
About Aspire School
Aspire School provides free education and support to approximately 100 local children and provides full-time care and accommodation for 20 students.
The school works to improve educational opportunities for children from disadvantaged backgrounds and relies on community support to continue its programs.
All proceeds from this experience directly support Aspire School’s educational programs, meals, learning materials, and student care.