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International Schools in Ankara, Turkey

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About international schools in Ankara, Turkey

Ankara’s international-school scene is compact but diverse: you will find International Baccalaureate schools alongside British (Cambridge/UK) programmes, a French lycée and a German embassy school, plus bilingual private schools that combine the Turkish national curriculum with international pathways. English is the dominant language of instruction at most international schools, while many campuses operate bilingually (Turkish - English) and offer French, German or Spanish as additional languages. Annual tuition varies considerably by school and age: published fee schedules at established international schools in Ankara show examples in the mid-teens of thousands of US dollars for many year groups and up to the mid-twenties of thousands for others, with VAT (KDV), registration or capital fees commonly added. Admissions follow the local academic year (main intake in September) and popular entry years can have waiting lists, so most relocating families begin enquiries and submit applications several months ahead of the term they wish to start.

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At a glance 4 schools · avg fee TRY 381,400
Schools listed
4
Curricula
8
Average annual fee
TRY 381,400
Fee range
TRY 22,000 – 1,050,000
Most common curriculum
IB (MYP) (2 schools)
Average school size
580 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Bilkent Laboratory and International School
Oldest
TED Ankara College Foundation Schools (1931)
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FAQs for Turkey

What curricula will my child find at international schools in Ankara?
You will commonly encounter the International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP), British curricula (often Cambridge IGCSE and an English-language pathway through secondary), the French national lycée programme, and at least one German embassy school; several private schools also blend the Turkish national curriculum with international programmes. These different curricula coexist in the city rather than replacing one another, so check each school’s accreditation and which programmes are offered at the specific age levels you need.
What languages of instruction should I expect?
Most international schools teach primarily in English, while many schools run bilingual programmes that include substantial Turkish instruction; French and German language instruction is available at schools that follow those national systems. Expect additional modern languages such as Spanish to be offered from primary or upper-primary years, and ask schools for examples of classroom language use if you need a particular balance of English and home-language support.
How much will international schooling in Ankara cost each year?
Tuition varies by school and pupil age but is transparent on many school websites: examples published for the 2026 - 27 year show annual tuition around USD 15,000 - 17,500 at one British school and roughly USD 20,000 - 26,000 at another international school, with separate capital/registration fees and a Turkish VAT (KDV) often added. Because fee schedules change annually and some families receive employer or embassy sponsorships, use the schools’ current fee pages and ask about extras such as transport, meals, exam fees and learning-support charges.
When should we apply and what is the admissions rhythm?
The main intake is the start of the local academic year in September, and many schools operate an annual admissions cycle with application forms, assessments or interviews and fixed payment deadlines; some offer places mid-year if space exists. Popular entry years can fill early, so begin enquiries several months before your intended start date, confirm required documents (passports, residence permits, previous school records) and be prepared for non-refundable application or registration fees.
What should relocating families look for when visiting schools in Ankara?
Focus on how the school supports language learning and transition for newcomers (English as an additional language and Turkish integration), the structure of the curriculum at your child’s exact year group, pastoral and safeguarding arrangements, and the full cost of attendance including bus services and exam or learning-support fees. Also ask about class sizes, inspection or accreditation reports, university guidance for older pupils, and whether the school has experience enrolling children who arrived mid-year or without Turkish language skills; these practical details affect daily life and long-term fit.