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Below, we have compiled the top 6 IB international schools in Istanbul according to our users. However, there are another 6 IB schools to choose from in the city (and 34 total international schools.) You can find the best international school for your child by personalising your results. Just fill in your search criteria, and we will calculate a personal score for every international school in Istanbul based on your requirements.

Best 6 IB International Schools in Istanbul

Out of a total of 12 IB International Schools in Istanbul (and 34 total International Schools in Istanbul)

Based on the aggregated preferences of our users in the last 30 days.

The British International School Istanbul

The British International School Istanbul has a worldwide reputation for the education it provides. It is a leading private international School in Turkey, offering a modified English National Curriculum, IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The BIS is an academic school and it sends its graduates to universities throughout the world, predominantly to the UK and USA.
Curriculum
British, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: 966,587TL
to: 2,349,344TL

Istanbul International Community School

Founded in 1911, Istanbul International Community School (IICS) is one of the world’s oldest international schools and among the most respected in Europe. A private, non-profit, secular, and coeducational day school, IICS serves Istanbul’s diverse international community. With over 75 nationalities represented and a 6:1 student–educator ratio, the school offers learner-centered, high-quality education from early childhood through secondary across two campuses.
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: 1,801,805TL
to: 2,138,550TL
Reviews
(5 reviews)

Gokkusagi Schools

Gokkusagi Schools offer academically challenging and rewarding international programmes focusing on the cultivation of individual talents and social and emotional development.
Curriculum
IB, British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.
Reviews
(5 reviews)

NÛN Schools

NUN Schools are committed to providing an outstanding education to each student. The primary focus of NUN Schools is raising “good human beings”. We believe academic success is an asset only if the individual holds up the humanly values. NUN Schools aim to uphold these values in every aspect of education.
Curriculum
IB, Turkish
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.
Reviews
(1 review)

Aljazari International School of Science and Technology

Curriculum
American, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.
Reviews
(4 reviews)

MEF International School Istanbul

MEF International School Istanbul offers a stimulating education program that strives to meet the individual learning needs of its students. The school provides equality in opportunities, so that each child is guided to discover and develop intellectual, creative, social and physical potentials. In doing so, the school endeavours to empower its students with a life-long passion for learning. Students are encouraged to become confident, balanced and socially responsible individuals who will contribute positively to local and global communities.
Curriculum
IB, British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: 1,110,430TL
to: 2,175,945TL
Reviews
(9 reviews)
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Summary

What are the best IB international schools in Istanbul?

  1. The British International School Istanbul
  2. Istanbul International Community School
  3. Gokkusagi Schools
  4. NÛN Schools
  5. Aljazari International School of Science and Technology
  6. MEF International School Istanbul

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34 International Schools in Istanbul

How Many International Schools are there in Istanbul?

There are 34 international schools in Istanbul. See them all

What are the most popular curriculums in Istanbul?
Curriculum International schools
IB 12  
American 12  
British 10  
Turkish 9  
Canadian 3  
Other 5  

Additionally, there is 1 boarding school in Istanbul.

What are the most popular languages of instruction?
Language International schools
English 31  
Turkish 6  
German 2  
Italian 1  
French 1  

Among these, there are 2 bilingual schools in Istanbul.

How Much do International Schools cost in Istanbul?

The average price of international schools in Istanbul is 1,178,286TL. (*)

Price for 12 y.o.
Min. price 147,197TL
Avg. price 1,178,286TL
Max. price 2,194,958TL
Price for 12 y.o. Number of international schools
147,000TL to 1,579,999TL 7  
1,580,000TL to 3,012,999TL 4  

(*) The price for one year of fees for a 12 year old (or the closest age to 12 available in the school), excluding one-time fees at enrolment.

How Big are Class Sizes in Istanbul?

The average class size of international schools in Istanbul is 16.8 students.

Class size
Min. size 8 students
Avg. size 16.8 students
Max. size 24 students
Class Size Number of international schools
5 to 9 1  
10 to 14 2  
15 to 19 9  
20 to 24 4  

How big are the schools in Istanbul (in number of students)?

The average size, in number of students, of international schools in Istanbul is 746 students.

Number of students Number of international schools
50 to 699 14  
700 to 1,349 7  
1,350 to 1,999 0  
2,000 to 2,649 2  

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