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School details
Nationalities
| Number of students |
988 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
20 |
Languages
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as a Second Language |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Turkish, Arabic |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
American High School Diplomoa |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
SIS has a learning support program in order to differentiate instruction for its students that is based on their abilities and needs. |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Entrance exam for students applying to enroll in Grades 4-11. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Entrance exams in English and Math. |
School day
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
SIS has an extra-curricular program that includes sports activities, Music, Art, Drama, and some clubs such as environmental club, community service and others. |
Facilities
| Sports facilities at the school |
- Football field
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About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Safir International School provides the best in international and American education for international guest families in Istanbul. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
SIS mission is to provide a high quality international education to a culturally diverse student body through utilizing standard-based curricula and modern technologies. SIS challenges its students to reach their full potential and help them acquire the 21st century skills so they can take the lead in an increasingly competitive and global society. |