Schools

One of the biggest challenges of Istanbul life is the language barrier. Since public schools in Istanbul provide education in Turkish, many foreign families send their children to an International school. The standard of education in these schools is the same as International schools all over the world and the same applies to the school facilities. Most school campuses are large and have extensive extra-curricular activities as well as great sports grounds. The International Baccalaureate is the most common curriculum offered in Istanbul's International schools. There are English and American curricula, but there is also a wide choice in other languages. By attending an international school in Istanbul, your child will mingle with many other international students. Another feature of these schools is to help children integrate into their new city. Turkish language classes are widely offered and many schools organize cultural events and activities to help children get to know their new country and city. Turkish language classes are widely offered and many schools do not organize cultural events and activities to help children get to know their new country and city. Additional languages are also offered depending on the school. Schools with a European student body may teach French, German or other European languages. languages. Some of the best international schools in Istanbul Jasmin International School, İhsan International School, Istanbul International School, MEF International School, British International School, LWIS International School, Istanbul International Community School.