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Elite Academy is a K-12 English-speaking international school in Beylikduzu, Istanbul, offering an American curriculum with Cognia accreditation. The school serves students from Kindergarten through Grade 12, with a focus on grades 5-12 in its academic program, and is authorized by the Turkish Ministry of Education. The campus, established in 2018 and run by Learn Global, sits at Namık Kemal, Haramidere Yolu, 34513 Esenyurt. Students study with Chromebooks and a range of digital tools through Google for Education, supporting collaborative learning and independent inquiry. A major emphasis on STEM activities drives creativity and problem solving, supported by STEM/Robotics/Science laboratories and project work. The facilities include indoor and outdoor sports, a gym, basketball court, an ice skating rink, a half-Olympic pool, a 3D cinema, a music and arts hall, and an amphitheater, plus prayer rooms. Arabic-English immersion, diverse clubs, and scholarships enhance global citizenship and community involvement. Nurturing lifelong learners worldwide.
Deutsche Schule Istanbul is a private German high school that is part of Germany's Auslandsschulen network and operates two divisions under one roof: Özel Alman Lisesi and Botschaftsschule (German Embassy School). About 750 students are taught by over 80 teachers. The school runs a three-tier Bildungsgang (Gymnasium, Realschule, Hauptschule) with Abitur as the goal; Turkish students receive the Turkish Lise Diploma while many pursue the German International Abitur (DIA) and the KMK Sprachdiplom DSD II. A Hazırlık preparatory program provides 20 hours of German per week. In upper-secondary phase (grades 11–12) Abitur is taken in six compulsory subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, German and English, plus Turkish culture. The DIA is offered, and Turkish students may externally earn the DSD II at C1. MINT orientation is emphasized to foster scientific competence. The school supports German-Turkish intercultural encounter through its streams and governance, with project groups and a student council.
Istanbul International School delivers the Cambridge International Curriculum from primary through high school, welcoming students aged 4 to 18. Cambridge IGCSE is offered for ages 14–16, followed by Cambridge International AS and A Levels for post‑16 study. The Primary curriculum includes Environmental Studies, Life Skills, and Expressive Arts, with English and Turkish language development and a Second Language Acquisition program. The Cambridge Pathway emphasizes deep subject knowledge, conceptual understanding, higher‑order thinking, and multilingual education, with IGCSEs available in more than 30 languages. Progression is a coherent spiral across ages 5–19, ensuring continuity and incremental challenge. The school operates two campuses: Campus A (ages 4–12) and Campus B (ages 13–17). Campus A features 20 classrooms, a science lab, an ICT lab, an indoor gym, a library, and outdoor facilities; Campus B offers four science labs, a mathematics lab, an ICT lab, a library, an auditorium, and additional learning spaces.
ENKA Istanbul is a Pre-K through 12 day school on Istanbul's side. Founded in 1996, its first graduation was in 2008. It is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP, with MYP Candidate status) and the IB Diploma Programme (DP); the high school is bilingual and delivers the Turkish Ministry of Education diploma. The language of instruction is English; German and French are offered, and Turkish Language & Literature is taught in Grades 9–12 as part of the national curriculum. In Grades 9–10, Cambridge IGCSE First Language English is studied. From Grades 11–12, students pursue the IB DP with English as a DP subject, while SBS Turkish Social Sciences complements the program. ENKA is accredited by the Turkish Ministry of Education, CIS and NEASC; 80–90% of graduates matriculate abroad. Facilities include libraries, equipped laboratories, technologies, Health Service, transportation and ISO 22000-certified canteen.
Üsküdar American Academy is a private high school in Istanbul affiliated with SEV, Health and Education Foundation. Founded in 1876, the school operates a lycee-model with English-language science and math and a Turkish diploma path. The IB Diploma Programme is offered for Grades 10–12, with six subjects across groups, Higher and Standard Level options, and core requirements: Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and Creativity, Activity, Service. In Grades 11–12, students may pursue the Turkish diploma path with Honors and AP options. All science and math courses are taught in English; German or French is offered as a second language. Facilities include Özdemir Sabanci Sports Hall, outdoor courts, an artificial turf field, two computer labs, and a Learning Resource Center with 22,000+ volumes. Classrooms have interactive smart boards and wireless internet; every full-time teacher has a laptop. Extracurriculars include drama and music productions, Student Council, CALP, and a Social Entrepreneurship Club.
British International STEAM School Istanbul is a private school offering a British-style education for ages 2 to 18. The STEAM Campus in Etiler serves Pre-School and Primary and follows the Cambridge Pathway through Lower and Upper Secondary, with Cambridge IGCSE and the IB Diploma offered in later years. The curriculum supports English as a First or Second Language and aligns English, Mathematics and Science with Cambridge, while Art, History, Geography, PSHE, PE and Music follow the National Curriculum. The Cambridge-based STEAM programme integrates science, technology, engineering, arts and maths to prepare students for IGCSE and IB. Facilities include year-group homerooms, Project Rooms, a Science Lab, an Art Room, a Music Room, a Multi-Use Hall, a canteen, a courtyard, a garden terrace and a basketball court, with an outdoor climbing frame. After-school activities include Genius Hour, Winter Show, Talent shows, PTA involvement and a pastoral care program for students and families.
AKA Koleji is a private day IB World School in Bahçelievler, Istanbul, serving students aged 3 to 18. The language of instruction is English, with German and Spanish offered as additional languages, forming a multinational community. The school delivers an IB continuum—PYP, MYP, and DP—within an inquiry-based, student-centered framework. The Bahçelievler Campus supports active discovery through modern facilities that include smart-board classrooms, dedicated computer and science laboratories, robotics infrastructure, and arts and music studios. Sport facilities comprise a gym and a swimming pool. Unique spaces such as an observatory, a nature garden, and a winter garden enhance experiential learning. ECIS collaboration and Erasmus+ programs connect students to international standards and perspectives. Extracurriculars feature social responsibility projects, science and arts festivals, drama workshops, and clubs and excursions that extend learning beyond the classroom. The campus is designed to be safe, inclusive, and conducive to both academic achievement and social development.
The BIS Schools in Istanbul deliver a multi-campus, bilingual international education for ages 3 to 18 across three campuses: Zekeriyaköy, Bahçeşehir and Çamlıca Hill. The group combines British educational tradition with international frameworks, offering curricula including the British Curriculum, IB Diploma Programme (as a candidate), AP, Thai and CBSE options, alongside a Turkish National Curriculum with international standards. The Zekeriyaköy campus provides an international environment enriched by sports, nature, gardens and outdoor learning, while the Bahçeşehir and Çamlıca campuses offer bilingual English–Turkish programs and strong science rooms, computer suites, gyms and pools. A dedicated STEAM School at the Etiler campus highlights science, technology, engineering, arts and math. English education sits at the core, with a second foreign language option available. Beyond academics, BIS runs extensive clubs and a Summer Camp, including Model United Nations, Chess, Drama, Music and Art, and sports, promoting intercultural understanding across Turkish and international students today.
Istanbul International Community School (IICS) is a private, non‑profit, secular, coeducational day school for ages 3–18 with two campuses on either side of Istanbul's Bosphorus. It delivers the International Baccalaureate across the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme, all taught in English. A U.S. High School Diploma pathway is available through CIS and NEASC accreditation, with AP courses offered alongside IBDP certificate courses and options for dual enrollment or honors-level study as part of College Ready offerings. Founded in 1911, IICS is among the city's oldest international schools and maintains a 1:1 laptop program. The Marmara Campus (16 hectares) houses facilities including a 335 m² library, three science labs, a 264 m² theatre with 320 seats, a large soccer pitch, a visual arts building and extensive sports and dining spaces. The Hisar Campus provides additional athletic and arts spaces. IICS participates in CEESA and offers strong college guidance and service programs.
Keystone International Schools in Istanbul serves students from early childhood to Grade 12 with the Prince Edward Island Canadian Diploma program for Grades 1–12. Instruction is in English, with French taught as a second language. The school operates on two campuses, Küçük Çamlıca and Çekmeköy, and is accredited by WASC. PEI Ministry of Education students have access to the PEI online library and a Canvas-based learning platform supporting blended and asynchronous learning. The PEI curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, communication, and real-world application through project-based learning, while language development is fronted by English and Intensive French options via CEFR-aligned streaming. Facilities include a swimming pool, indoor/outdoor basketball courts, dance rooms, and a gym, plus a library with digital resources. Extracurriculars include field trips to historic sites, science museums, and cultural venues, and signature programs such as a France trip, a Toronto School Experience, and Round Square conferences.
IMI Istanbul is a private Italian lyceum (Özel İtalyan Lisesi) in Beyoğlu, Istanbul, affiliated with Italy. It offers a combined Scuola Media and Liceo Scientifico programme aligned with the Indicazioni Nazionali for Italian lyceums abroad. For Italian students, the curriculum runs four years, with a second biennium option (Turco‑Matematico) prioritising humanities. Turkish students study largely in Italian with Turkish guidance; two-thirds of lessons are in Italian and one-third in Turkish, with English available for conversation or advanced study in certain subjects. The school includes a preparatory year and CLIL and ICT components, with emphasis on multilingualism and competency certification. Facilities include laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Informatics and CAD, a 110-seat theatre, two outdoor sport fields and a covered gym; classrooms feature touch-screen monitors, wifi, and a tablet program. Extras include after-school clubs, counseling, university and study-abroad assistance, summer programs, and exchanges. Extracurriculars span theatre, MUN, sports, music, ecology, and travel exchanges.
Hisar School operates a Göktürk campus in Istanbul, offering a K-12 bilingual Turkish–English program. The curriculum blends the national MoNE framework with a school-designed curriculum to enrich learning and develop bilingual proficiency from Preschool through Grade 12. In Preschool, instruction is evenly split between Turkish and English; in Primary, English is taught for about 10 hours weekly with integrated listening, speaking, reading and writing activities. The High/Scope-inspired Plan–Do–Review approach and Movement Education support active, student-centered learning. In Middle and High School, English-language content is strengthened, AP courses are available, and the school acts as an AP exam center. The Innovation Center and STEAM-focused facilities stimulate interdisciplinary inquiry. The campus is accredited by the Turkish Ministry of Education (MEB) and NEASC, ensuring international recognition. A broad clubs program—including CS Programming & Robotics, MUN, and writing and journalism activities—encourages inquiry, collaboration and service within a global context. Preparing students for global impact.
LFPL in Istanbul is a private international school delivering the French national curriculum through the AEFE network. The school operates on two campuses: Beyoğlu for Preschool and Primary, and Tarabya for Middle and High School, linked by a school bus. The curriculum centers on multilingual education, with French as the language of instruction, Turkish taught from preschool, and English introduced as a foreign language; German or Spanish are also offered. The program strengthens students' written and spoken French, expands foreign language courses through PARLE, and supports an English-language pathway in the sixth form. A French International Baccalaureate (BFI) may be opened as a flagship language programme. The general baccalaureate prepares students for higher education in France and abroad. The two-site structure supports a continuous journey from nursery to lycée, with modern facilities for language, science and technology, arts, and sport. Extracurriculars include theatre, sports tournaments, language trips, and multicultural celebrations.
Private NÛN Schools, run by the NÛN Education and Culture Foundation in Turkey, serve students aged 3 to 18 and are affiliated with the Ministry of National Education. The curriculum embraces the International Baccalaureate across the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP), with the PYP authorized and the DP program since March 2017. PYP units run in six-week modules and culminate in mini exhibitions that showcase inquiry-led learning. Differentiation and inquiry-based approaches underpin teaching, and classrooms are designed for about 20 students to support collaboration. The campuses feature well-stocked libraries, laboratories, observatories, and flexible spaces; an ecology lab and botanical garden reinforce hands-on science. Outdoor spaces, a forested campus, and a sustainable living program extend learning beyond the classroom. NÛN emphasizes experiential learning, outdoor education, and community service through activities like NÛN Volunteers and thematic programs such as Sefer-i NÛN and Inspiring Guests.
Kazanim International School is a private school in Turkey offering a broad, balanced curriculum that prepares students for social and cultural life. The programme emphasizes Computer Science with hands-on experience in current programming languages and technology, Fine Arts to foster artistic growth for careers or personal enjoyment, Humanities covering ancient and modern languages, philosophy, and history, and Science and Mathematics to encourage inquiry and problem solving, with Languages expanding communication across the world. The school provides facilities aligned with this curriculum, including labs for Computer Science, studios for Fine Arts, spaces for Humanities, science laboratories, mathematics classrooms, and language learning areas. Extracurricular options include Athletics, In-house Publications, and Performing Arts & Music, with training in dance, drama, painting, and other art forms. The school also runs a lifestyle and wellbeing program suited to an early learning ethos that focuses on social-emotional development and confidence-building. These elements support global-minded, independent learners.
Ihsan International School in Turkey delivers education accredited by the Turkish Ministry of Education. Core subjects are taught in English, with support for Arabic, Turkish, Islamic Studies and Holy Quran. The curriculum relies on Pearson and Cambridge textbooks, complemented by interactive activities and online platforms. A British A-level curriculum is available for high school students. Electives for Grades 11 and 12 include Art & Design, Computer Science, Business, Humanities, Engineering and Medicine. University preparation programs feature AP, SAT and YOS intensive training, and the school operates an accredited SAT & AP exam center with 300 seats in Esenyurt and 150 seats in Atakent. The campus accommodates up to 1,250 students, with 20–25 per section from Grade 1 to 12, representing 35 nationalities. Cognia and Turkish MoE approve the program, with College Board recognition as an SAT/AP center. The pedagogy is student-centered, with teachers as coaches; assessments are formative and summative.
Tarabya British Schools is a Turkish-International institution that blends the British Cambridge framework with the Turkish National Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18. The school offers Cambridge Primary for early years, Cambridge IGCSE, and Cambridge International AS and A-Levels, with Turkish National Curriculum content taught in Turkish and most other lessons taught in English. The curriculum is mapped to satisfy both the Turkish and British curricula, reflecting the blended approach. The campus network includes Tarabya and Yeniköy campuses, with the Tarabya Campus recently renovated to support student life. Tarabya British Schools is part of the Horizon Education Group; Dr. Mehmet Gültekin serves as Trustee Chair. Cambridge International Examinations authorises Cambridge Primary, Secondary, IGCSE and A-Levels, and the school earned COBIS Patrons Accreditation in 2021. Extracurriculars run year-round, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award (Silver level), MUN, sport, music, art, cooking and street dancing. Summer School offers art, sports, science activities and daily English. Language electives include French, Spanish, German, and Turkish.
Istanbul International School delivers the Cambridge International Curriculum from primary through high school, welcoming students aged 4 to 18. Cambridge IGCSE is offered for ages 14–16, followed by Cambridge International AS and A Levels for post‑16 study. The Primary curriculum includes Environmental Studies, Life Skills, and Expressive Arts, with English and Turkish language development and a Second Language Acquisition program. The Cambridge Pathway emphasizes deep subject knowledge, conceptual understanding, higher‑order thinking, and multilingual education, with IGCSEs available in more than 30 languages. Progression is a coherent spiral across ages 5–19, ensuring continuity and incremental challenge. The school operates two campuses: Campus A (ages 4–12) and Campus B (ages 13–17). Campus A features 20 classrooms, a science lab, an ICT lab, an indoor gym, a library, and outdoor facilities; Campus B offers four science labs, a mathematics lab, an ICT lab, a library, an auditorium, and additional learning spaces.
SEV American College is a private high school in Istanbul, Turkey, established in 2014 as part of the SEV network of schools. It is an IB Diploma Programme World School, offering the IB DP with six subjects from six disciplines, three at Higher Level, plus the programme's core requirements. In the upper grades, students select courses from sciences, languages, individuals and societies, mathematics, the arts, or other groups, with emphasis on cross-disciplinary learning and multilingual study. English is the language of instruction; Turkish Language and Literature and Social Sciences are taught in Turkish, with German, Spanish and French available as second languages. The campus covers 14,500 square meters in Çekmeköy and includes 40 equipped classrooms, science laboratories, an art center, a music center, two computer labs, an auditorium and a library with 28,000 books. SAC is pursuing AP Exam Center status for 2026-27 and offers AP courses in upper grades.
MEF International School Istanbul provides education for ages 3 to 18, offering IB Primary Years Programme, IB Diploma Programme, and Cambridge Secondary with IGCSE. The nine-acre campus is in Ortaköy, shared with MEF National School. The Early Childhood Center serves Preschool to Kindergarten separately; the Primary School occupies the lower floors and the Secondary School the upper floors. Facilities include a Whole School library, a dedicated reading library, fully wired computer labs and science laboratories, MEF Tech with a makerspace, iMac Lab, Lego Robotics, Greenbox Studio, plus wireless infrastructure and smartboards. Sports facilities comprise two outdoor pitches, a tennis court, a 25m heated pool with stadium seating, an indoor gym, a dance studio and playgrounds. The program features a broad co-curricular offering, including Math Olympiad, MUN and Code Monkey; Arts studios and music spaces; service-learning and a Student Council. IB DP includes CAS, EE and TOK as core components today.
Istanbul International Community School (IICS) is a private, non‑profit, secular, coeducational day school for ages 3–18 with two campuses on either side of Istanbul's Bosphorus. It delivers the International Baccalaureate across the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme, all taught in English. A U.S. High School Diploma pathway is available through CIS and NEASC accreditation, with AP courses offered alongside IBDP certificate courses and options for dual enrollment or honors-level study as part of College Ready offerings. Founded in 1911, IICS is among the city's oldest international schools and maintains a 1:1 laptop program. The Marmara Campus (16 hectares) houses facilities including a 335 m² library, three science labs, a 264 m² theatre with 320 seats, a large soccer pitch, a visual arts building and extensive sports and dining spaces. The Hisar Campus provides additional athletic and arts spaces. IICS participates in CEESA and offers strong college guidance and service programs.
Sainte Pulchérie French High-School is a private bilingual lycée located in Beyoğlu on Istanbul's European side. It delivers the French Curriculum alongside a bespoke curriculum and operates as a French international school in Turkey, collaborating with the French government and following the Turkish Ministry of National Education. With historic roots dating from 1846, the school became mixed in 2000 and now educates around 450 students. It teaches French, Turkish, and English, enabling study in Turkey and abroad. The school is recognised by the Turkish MOE as a foreign school, is a member of the French Schools Federation of Turkey, and earned the Label FrancEducation in 2013. Its campus is near the Institut Culturel Français and Taksim Square. Notable features include university and cultural trips (Ankara, Berlin, Bordeaux), an Art program tied to the Galata Biennale, and a Galatasaray University quota. Yeni Nesil, the primary school founded in 2000, complements the high school.
Kilittaşı Schools offer a K–12 dual curriculum that integrates the Turkish MEB program with the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Founded in 2013 by Keystone International Schools, the Kilittaşı campus in Çekmeköy, Istanbul serves students from Kindergarten through Anatolian High School. On graduation, students receive both the MEB and the OSSD, expanding options in Canada, the United States, Europe, and beyond. The Early Years Program uses English; English continues in the early grades, French is introduced as a second language, and by Grade 5 students study an intensive French program, with bilingual Turkish–English education continuing and French developing as a third language. Kilittaşı is a DELF–DALF examination center and supports French through international exam opportunities. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, research, and problem-solving, and aligns with Round Square ideals and WASC accreditation. Kilittaşı is a Round Square member with activities in debate, MUN, robotics, field trips, and France trips to broaden perspectives.
Kilittaşı Schools offer a K–12 dual curriculum that integrates the Turkish MEB program with the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Founded in 2013 by Keystone International Schools, the Kilittaşı campus in Çekmeköy, Istanbul serves students from Kindergarten through Anatolian High School. On graduation, students receive both the MEB and the OSSD, expanding options in Canada, the United States, Europe, and beyond. The Early Years Program uses English; English continues in the early grades, French is introduced as a second language, and by Grade 5 students study an intensive French program, with bilingual Turkish–English education continuing and French developing as a third language. Kilittaşı is a DELF–DALF examination center and supports French through international exam opportunities. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, research, and problem-solving, and aligns with Round Square ideals and WASC accreditation. Kilittaşı is a Round Square member with activities in debate, MUN, robotics, field trips, and France trips to broaden perspectives.
Manara International School, established in 2016, is located in Bahçeşehir, Istanbul, overlooking Gölet Lake. The campus offers an international environment where students engage with the American Curriculum and Libyan curricula, with approvals from the Turkish Ministry of Education. The school serves Kindergarten through High School and provides instruction in English, Arabic, and Turkish. It uses the Exact Path platform to personalize learning and supports students preparing for global opportunities by offering an authorized center for SAT, AP, and ACT exams. This enables access to Advanced Placement courses and standardized testing within the school. A distinctive strength is its emphasis on STEM, supported by robotics and programming laboratories and well-equipped science laboratories. Manara positions itself as a launchpad for success, nurturing curious minds and developing future leaders. The school emphasizes both academic achievement and personal growth, and offers a pathway to international higher education across diverse regions.
ONE! International School Istanbul is a private international school for ages 2 to 12 that blends Montessori methods in Kindergarten with the ONE! Educational Standard. The program integrates the IB Curriculum framework (PYP), a bespoke curriculum, and the ONE! approach to digital personalisation alongside an entrepreneurship course. Students study Mathematics and Foreign Languages in depth within an extended academic block. The campus offers spacious classrooms, modern sports facilities, a well-stocked library, state-of-the-art science laboratories, and a swimming pool for swimming lessons, all supporting premium personalised learning environments. The networked school model includes eight other campuses in Russia, Saudi Arabia and Turkey, with around ten years of educational experience. Two new Istanbul campuses were announced for September 2024, with further plans for 2025. Owned by North-West Education Center LLC, ONE! places emphasis on preparing students for admission to the world's top-100 universities and, where possible, direct employment in the IT industry, supported by partnerships with leading tech companies and a teacher training centre.
Robert College is a private, co-educational high school in Istanbul, Turkey, with a history dating back to 1863. The campus blends historic buildings with modern classrooms and outdoor spaces, and half of the grounds are preserved as natural areas. The school offers a diverse curriculum that balances science, humanities, and co-curricular study. English and Turkish are both central to the program, with many courses taught in English and all AP courses offered in English, while students also pursue a Turkish Lise Diploması. The school delivers Advanced Placement courses alongside the Turkish national curriculum, enabling university-level English proficiency and dual mastery of languages. Accredited by NYSAIS and Türkiye's Ministry of Education, Robert College maintains a campus library, laboratories, and a rich program of student-led activities. With more than 100 clubs, including World Scholar's Cup, robotics, theatre, and publications, students develop leadership, service, and cultural awareness through a vibrant, internationally minded community.
ALKEV Private Schools, located in Büyükçekmece, Turkey, operate as coeducational day schools offering IB Diploma Programme, Chinese National Curriculum, and a bespoke curriculum. The school uses German and English as languages in line with CEFR standards and enriches learning with experiences and holistic content. The Early Childhood Education Program (approved by Turkish Ministry in February 2024) follows a child-centered approach with GEMS, Orff method, forest pedagogy, and Montessori system, preparing children for the next level of education and fostering cultural awareness. ALKEV opened in 2000 and became an IB World School in 2018, with German-language Diploma (DSD) status achieved in 2015. 30-acre campus in Büyükçekmece houses 12,000 m2 of indoor space, 18,000 m2 of green area, and 1,250 m2 dedicated to sports facilities, including gyms and outdoor fields. The school emphasizes science-enabled learning, arts workshops, and clubs such as World Citizens Club, Model United Nations, and TEDx Youth events globally.
Safir International School delivers international education for ages 2 to 18 in Istanbul's Bağcılar district. The school combines American, Islamic, and Chinese National curricula, with English as the language of instruction. The campus spans 14,500 square meters, six floors plus three underground levels, and operates from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Arabic and Islamic Studies program teaches Arabic language and Islamic concepts, with a values-based focus assessed for improvement. In middle school, students study subject-specific science, continue advanced mathematics, and follow a pre-AP pathway to high school readiness. The high school program prepares students to master the SAT, ACT, and AP examinations. Safir emphasises bilingual learning and inclusive access to Islamic subjects in English for non-native Arabic speakers, while native Arabic speakers keep instruction in Arabic. The Safir wellbeing program comprises eight initiatives supporting physical, personal, social, emotional, and cognitive development. Extracurriculars include TEDXSafir, Model United Nations, Robot Zone Technology Olympiad.
ONE! International School Istanbul is a private international school for ages 2 to 12 that blends Montessori methods in Kindergarten with the ONE! Educational Standard. The program integrates the IB Curriculum framework (PYP), a bespoke curriculum, and the ONE! approach to digital personalisation alongside an entrepreneurship course. Students study Mathematics and Foreign Languages in depth within an extended academic block. The campus offers spacious classrooms, modern sports facilities, a well-stocked library, state-of-the-art science laboratories, and a swimming pool for swimming lessons, all supporting premium personalised learning environments. The networked school model includes eight other campuses in Russia, Saudi Arabia and Turkey, with around ten years of educational experience. Two new Istanbul campuses were announced for September 2024, with further plans for 2025. Owned by North-West Education Center LLC, ONE! places emphasis on preparing students for admission to the world's top-100 universities and, where possible, direct employment in the IT industry, supported by partnerships with leading tech companies and a teacher training centre.
Huda Turkish International School (HTIS) offers an international, tuition-based program in Turkey with a dual pathway approach. The curriculum combines American Common Core Standards, British Edexcel qualifications, and Turkish YKS, with pathways toward SAT, AP, and MAP Growth assessments. The school serves a diverse community from more than 90 countries and emphasizes global citizenship, Islamic values, leadership, and wellbeing within six educational pillars. Class sizes are small, with an average student–teacher ratio of 9:1, enabling inquiry‑driven, student‑centered learning. HTIS provides modern facilities, including dance studios, music suites, science laboratories, an air‑conditioned sports hall, an indoor swimming pool, and expansive outdoor fields. Media suites and libraries house thousands of books; a Creative Technology Zone supports technology‑enabled projects. EdTech tools such as iPads, VR headsets, and 3D printers are used across the curriculum. Extra‑curriculars include MUN, TEDx, Robotics, Entrepreneurship, and STEM workshops. Global partnerships and exchanges broaden university pathways and cultural understanding.
Milestone International School in Turkey offers Kindergarten through Grade 12 education under the Oxford curriculum, licensed by the Turkish Ministry of National Education. English, Turkish, Arabic and French are used in instruction, supporting a multilingual community that prepares students for global citizenship. The Oxford K-12 framework anchors the academic program, with dedicated spaces for learning including a Library, MIS Technology lab and a Robotics Coding lab. Additional facilities support International Education, School Activities and student events, including a Conference Hall for lectures and gatherings. The school provides instruction across Kindergarten, Primary, Middle and High School, ensuring continuity and progression. A wide range of Milestone Courses underpins the extracurricular offering: Basketball, Volleyball, Ballet, Martial Arts, Robotics and Gymnastics. A leadership program and a life skills program with social-emotional learning promote personal growth and well-being. The multilingual environment and emphasis on cross-cultural communication prepare students for success in a multicultural world today.
Notre Dame de Sion French High School in Istanbul is a private secondary school affiliated with the Turkish education system. Founded in 1856 by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Sion to educate girls from Ottoman minority communities, it has evolved into a secular, co-educational institution open to all. The school follows the Turkish national curriculum through bilingual education in French and Turkish. Turkish language, literature and history are taught in Turkish, while geography and philosophy are taught in Turkish; other social sciences and physical education are taught in both languages. The entire curriculum carries the FrancEducation label of excellence, and the FrancEducation-certified curriculum provides direct access to higher education in France. The school offers a high-level academic and cultural programme and is noted for its diverse microcosm reflecting Türkiye's staff and pupils, with notable alumni in science, government, and the arts. It welcomes international families seeking a French-linked path.
BRIGHTS International School of Istanbul delivers the American Curriculum for students from pre-school through Grade 12, aligned with the Common Core State Standards. Arabic and Turkish are taught as part of the program, supporting multilingual development in a Turkish international setting. The school is certified by the Turkish Ministry of Education and accredited by AIAASC, and is located in Büyükçekmece, west of Istanbul, Türkiye. The mission emphasizes multicultural learning, differentiated instruction, stakeholder engagement, and college and career readiness, preparing students for higher education worldwide. Instruction emphasizes inquiry and literacy development, with all classrooms equipped with a sound-field system to assist hearing. The campus provides facilities for athletics, including the Haraldur Athletic Complex and Hopkins Gymnasium. Extracurricular offerings include the BRIGHTS Summer Program, BRIGHTS ECHO, and Brights Eco, along with language immersion camps featuring Spanish, Chinese, and Japanese. The school emphasizes field trips, community engagement, and developing responsible global citizens.
Gokkusagi Schools Istanbul is an international school for ages 3 to 18 in Beylikduzu. It offers the Cambridge International School Program (Primary through IGCSE and A Levels) alongside the IB Primary Years Programme and IB Diploma Programme. The school also delivers the CAP Innovative Program and Dual Foreign Language Education, operating under a 'Living School' model that aims to educate internationally conscious individuals who research, inquire, think, communicate, are informed, principled, open‑minded, caring, risk takers, balanced and reflective. Established in 1997, it pursues a World School vision and focuses on developing students' intellectual, social, emotional and individual talents, with internationally ambitious pathways. The Beylikduzu campus houses physics, chemistry and biology labs; IT and STEM facilities; an art workshop; a Music and Dance Academy; archery and an ice rink; a 3D hall; a conference hall; a library; a restaurant; and indoor sports halls, plus a 3000 m² open area. The Cambridge Accreditation Code is TR072, and SAT preparation is offered.
Al Mawakeb International School Istanbul delivers the American Curriculum with Advanced Placement courses, taught in English for scientific subjects. It adopts a Tri-Language Education approach, providing Turkish language instruction to master reading, writing and speaking, and Arabic language instruction to preserve heritage. The Curricula Tributary covers history of the Arab world, geography of the Bosporus, and geology of continents, integrated with arts, robotics, the Internet of Things and artificial intelligence. The science and technology curriculum is delivered in English, emphasizing objectivity, experimentation, critical thinking, open discussion, brainstorming and problem solving, with access to computers and laboratories and encouragement of self‑learning. The school is officially accredited in the Turkish educational system; certificates are issued by the Turkish Ministry of Education, and the American curricula are recognized by US educational bodies; certificates can transfer to Turkish public and private schools. With twenty years of experience, it serves 350+ students and reports about 95% student happiness. Located in Esenyurt, Istanbul, the campus features a Fine Arts and Sculpture Room and a Modern theater for drama.
LFPL in Istanbul is a private international school delivering the French national curriculum through the AEFE network. The school operates on two campuses: Beyoğlu for Preschool and Primary, and Tarabya for Middle and High School, linked by a school bus. The curriculum centers on multilingual education, with French as the language of instruction, Turkish taught from preschool, and English introduced as a foreign language; German or Spanish are also offered. The program strengthens students' written and spoken French, expands foreign language courses through PARLE, and supports an English-language pathway in the sixth form. A French International Baccalaureate (BFI) may be opened as a flagship language programme. The general baccalaureate prepares students for higher education in France and abroad. The two-site structure supports a continuous journey from nursery to lycée, with modern facilities for language, science and technology, arts, and sport. Extracurriculars include theatre, sports tournaments, language trips, and multicultural celebrations.
Eyüboğlu Educational Institutions in Istanbul integrate the Turkish National Education Curriculum with International Baccalaureate programmes across K‑12. The IB Primary Years Programme is used in the primary years, the IB Middle Years Programme in the middle years, and the IB Diploma Programme in the high school, with Math and Science taught in English from middle school. Multilingual education is central, with English as the main language of instruction and German and Spanish offered as additional languages to foster global citizens. The network operates seven campuses across Istanbul, comprising 15 schools (six kindergartens, four primaries, three middle schools, two high schools). Distinctive features include observatories and a planetarium integrated into science learning; five libraries totaling 150,000 volumes; a dedicated Research Center at Çamlıca Primary School; and access to databases such as EBSCOhost and Follett Destiny. Eyüboğlu earned CIS accreditation as the first Turkish school and maintains the largest CIS-accredited network worldwide.
The British International School Istanbul (BISI) offers a British-led international education for ages 2–18. The Pre-School follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage; Primary and Secondary use the Cambridge Curriculum to IGCSE, with Key Stage 3 adapting the English National Curriculum. Key Stage 4 offers Cambridge IGCSE, and Key Stage 5 delivers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. BISI, a division of The British School Istanbul, holds triple accreditation from CIS, COBIS and MSA-CESS—the first in Türkiye. It emphasizes languages—German, Spanish, French and Turkish—with English as a Second Language support. The Zekeriyaköy Campus serves ages 2–18 and includes four teaching blocks, two libraries, six science laboratories, a 210-seat theatre and BIS Botanic Garden. Outdoor spaces include rubberised play areas and a running track; facilities include three gyms, an all-weather pitch, a basketball/tennis court and a heated 25 m pool. Extra-curriculars cover drama, photography, guitar and choir, plus CAS, MUN and debate.
Aljazari International School of Science and Technology offers a multi-curriculum programme designed to support diverse student pathways. The primary-year program follows the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), encouraging inquiry-based learning that connects subjects through real-world questions. For older students, the Australian Curriculum provides a standards-based framework across core subjects, ensuring consistency with widely recognised national expectations. In addition, Advanced Placement (AP) courses are available to provide opportunities for college-level study and to challenge high-achieving learners. This blended approach enables students to experience international-mindedness through IB concepts while also engaging with rigorous standards and assessment patterns common in Australian education and AP offerings. The school's name and focus reflect an emphasis on science and technology, preparing students for further study in STEM fields and related disciplines through structured, inquiry-driven learning experiences and pathways.
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