Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
375 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
55 |
| Most common nationality |
We do not have any nationality or ethnic group that can be called as the most common. |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
All of our students are international as we don't have a local program for local students. |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes, most of them are native or native-like level. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
We do have an ESL support program to support the students who are not fluent in English language. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
We offer Turkish as a foreign language for all grades. Starting in grade 5, we offer Spanish all the way through to A-Level Spanish. Additionally we offer German from Grade 9 and Grade 10 (IGCSE's). |
| Max. number of students per class |
20 |
| Average number of students per class |
16 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes, only for early years program |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
We use smart boards in Primary and Middle School classrooms, as well as some classrooms in High School. In classrooms where a smartboard is not preffered we have projectors. We use Toddle as our Learning Management Sysytem. . |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online during emergencies) |
Yes we have metro fiber internet infrasturtuce and a fully functional Learning Management System as well as virtual conference and classroom technology. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Our school is a secular school that respects different groups of believers and non-religious individuals. By local law, we have to provide a prayer room for individuals who wish to practice in break times. |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
Religious practices cannot interfere with our program as our promise to parents is an educational one not religious. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
Our students take Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary Checkpoint, IGCSE and A levels(AS+A2). |
| Results in these examinations |
We are above world averages in Checkpoint, IGCSE and A-Level results. Additionally we are proud that another two of our students acheived best in the world AS Level results in 2025. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes, teachers assign homework to students. We have a standard policy of homework applicable to each grade and subject. |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Suggested amount of time that students need to complete their homework for Age 5(reception) and Age 6 (grade 1) is 30 minutes. It goes up as the grades of students do. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No, our teachers have pedagogical formation. We recognise needs, referring them to specialist outside of the school if needed. They are collaborating with the counselling service. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
We implement ILP (Individualized Learning Plan) throughout our school. The purpose is to understand each students learning styles, strengths and skill in order to maximize their potential through differentiation in the classroom. We focus on both academics and soft skills in order to raise world citizens. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes, there is a dedicated educational psychologist for each group separately(Early Years+Primary, Middle School, High School) |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes, we assess students holistically during the application process. We are evaluating students readniness, academically, socially and emotionally for the applied grade. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
After the first interview, according to families and students educational life plans we give guidance about the subjects they need to study in order to acheive thier educational targets. We apply entrance exams for the subjects students want to study. We assess prior school reports and apply a counseling interview to all candidates. We create a plan according to their needs and strengts determined by the exam performances. |
| Waiting list |
Yes, there is. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Based on availability of seats rather than a cut off time as we understand that families may have to travel year around. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, but depending on the level certain restrictions are applied. |
| School start time |
9:00 am |
| School finish time |
15:40 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
No |
| School bus service available |
Yes, it does. It covers most of Istanbul but we do not register young children if they are subject to a travel time longer than an hour. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes, lunch is cooked and served at school by our kitchen personnel. Students are also allowed to bring their own lunch. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes, we do provide food for those who follow special diet due to personal health, religious or cultural needs. |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Extra curricular activities include team sports, music, art, robotics, media, MUN, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Ski Camps(Domestic or International Destinations), Destination Innovation, Sports Camps at Gloria Sports Arena. |
| Sports activities included |
We introduce most of the individual and team sports in our indoor and outdoor sport fields. We also provide swimming classes as a part of primary physical education program. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes, we do. Our students participate the tournaments with other schools. |
| Facilities at the school |
Libraries, auditorium, Biology, Physics and Chemistry Labs, art and music rooms |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Indoor gym and fenced tennis court that serves as a basketball court as well. We also have an indoor swimming pool. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Multi-cultural close-knit learning community. We care about our students' social, emotional and academic well being. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Our student centered approach puts a lot of emphasis on individual learning profiles preparing our students for the next cycle in life. |