Private Schools in Istanbul are a great choice for both local and expat families as they offer globally recognized curricula, outstanding academics plus a nurturing environment for children. Discover our selection of the best Private Schools in Istanbul, including reviews, fees, and why families choose them.
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Why choose a private school in Istanbul?
Parents generally choose private schools because they offer a strong academic program, create the perfect studying environment with smaller classes, outstanding campuses and offer a wide choice of extra curricular activities such as sports and arts.Private schools also put more emphasis on specialties like art, music and athletics and many focus on integrating important 21st century skills in their programs.Private schools statistically perform very well on college or university entrance exams and many schools have a very high rate of students being accepted at the university of their choice.
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Study in Istanbul
Istanbul is a major city in Turkey that straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait. Its Old City reflects cultural influences of the many empires that once ruled here. Istanbul is a transcontinental city in Eurasia, straddling the Bosphorus strait (which separates Europe and Asia) between the Sea of Marmara and the Black Sea. Its commercial and historical center lies on the European side and about a third of its population lives on the Asian side. With 14.7 million residents, Istanbul is one of the world's most populous cities and ranks as the world's 7th-largest city proper and the largest European city.
Top rated Private Schools in Istanbul 2025
This Private Schools list is informed by World Schools data—we consider parents and students reviews, ratings, number of page views, and user location.
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2025International School of Lausanne
0 reviewsLausanne - VaudInternational Schoolfrom 21000 to 38600 chfThe International School of Lausanne (ISL), a leading non-profit, independent school dedicated to delivering a world-class International Baccalaureate (IB) education, was established in 1962. ISL stands out for its exceptional academic track record, innovative and inclusive learning environment, and vibrant international community. Accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and a member of the […]
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2025Regents International School Pattaya
4 reviewsPattaya - Bang Lamung DistrictInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 133200 to 680675 thbRegents International School Pattaya is like no other school in Thailand. As part of the family of 66 Nord Anglia schools located around the world, we provide unique learning opportunities far beyond the ordinary. We are an exciting, vibrant and inclusive school which has something to offer to every child and every family in our dynamic and diverse community.Why parents choose this schoolBritish Curriculum International Baccalaureate -
2025Dallas International School
0 reviewsDallas - TexasInternational Schoolfrom 22000 to 26500 usdFrom preschool through 12th grade, students at the Dallas International School (DIS) are introduced to a global perspective through our unique multilingual and multicultural academic programs. Students grow in an international environment and challenge themselves, explore their creativity and increase their confidence and metacognitive skills as they learn in two or more languages.Why parents choose this schoolBilingual English FrenchInternational Baccalaureate -
2025English Schools Foundation (ESF Schools)
0 reviewsHong Kong - ChinaInternational Schoolfrom 93700 to 203400 hkdThe English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English medium international school orgranisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra-curricular activities bring out the best in every student.Why parents choose this schoolBilingualInternational BaccalaureateADHD Autism Dyslexia Intellectual Giftedness -
2025Rugby School Thailand
0 reviewsBang Lamung District - Chon BuriInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 14000 to 40000 usdA co-educational international school for day and boarding students aged 2-18 that follows the British curriculum. Students take IGCSE and A Level examinations in preparation for university entry.Why parents choose this schoolBritish Curriculum -
2025French International School of Hong Kong (Lycée Français International de Hong Kong)
0 reviewsHong Kong Island - Hong KongInternational Schoolfrom 135000 to hkdCulturally French, Globally Minded – Established in 1963, the French International School of Hong Kong is one of Hong Kong’s first International Schools, and was the first school in Hong Kong to offer the IB Diploma. A world IB School – FIS is a through-train dual-language international school in Hong Kong boasting over 2700 students across 4 campuses. FIS […]
Why parents choose this schoolBilingual English FrenchBritish Curriculum Cambridge Curriculum French Curriculum International Baccalaureate Other -
2025Yago School
1 reviewsSeville - AndalusiaInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 7200 to 33000 eurYago School is an innovative IB day school (Ages 0 to 18) and the only Boarding School in Sevilla.Why parents choose this schoolBilingual English SpanishInternational Baccalaureate Spanish CurriculumADHD Autism Dyslexia Intellectual Giftedness -
2025Barcelona High School
2 reviewsBarcelona - CatalunyaInternational Schoolfrom 9500 to 11500 eurFounded in 2020, Barcelona High School (BHS) is a non-traditional, dynamic and diverse international American school start-up, perfectly located in the center of Barcelona Spain, in Gracia.Why parents choose this schoolAmerican Curriculum -
2025Copperfield International School Verbier
0 reviewsVerbier - ValaisInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 34000 to 116500 chfCopperfield Verbier is the world’s only ski-in, ski-out international school, located in the Swiss alpine village of Verbier. We have hired world-class teachers, built an inspiring and peaceful campus, and developed an empowering educational philosophy.Why parents choose this schoolBritish Curriculum International BaccalaureateADHD Autism Dyslexia Intellectual Giftedness -
2025North Broward Preparatory School, A Nord Anglia Education School
3 reviewsBoca Raton - FloridaInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 62650 to 68250 usdAN EXTRAORDINARY COMMUNITY OF LEARNERS At North Broward Preparatory School, students are inspired to learn without limits and go beyond any border to make an impact in the world.Why parents choose this schoolAmerican Curriculum International Baccalaureate -
2025Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi
0 reviewsPuxi - ShanghaiInternational Schoolfrom 137800 to 390000 cnyAt Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi the curriculum is academically rigorous, yet the education of the whole child is seen as critical. The wellbeing programme and range of co-curricular opportunities available to all children encourages academic, physical, social and emotional growthWhy parents choose this schoolBritish Curriculum -
2025British International School, Phuket
1 reviewsPhuket - Southern ThailandInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 452100 to 899900 thbBritish International School, Phuket (BISP), is an English medium, co-educational, day and boarding school that was established in 1996 in the heart of Phuket, Thailand.Why parents choose this schoolBritish Curriculum International Baccalaureate -
2025Ermitage International School
1 reviewsParis - Ile-de-FranceInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 6700 to 27700 eurWelcome to Ermitage International School, a diverse, cosmopolitan community with 80 years of excellence in teaching students to engage, prosper, and succeed.Why parents choose this schoolBilingual English FrenchInternational Baccalaureate -
2025International School Ho Chi Minh City
4 reviewsHo Chi Minh City - Ho Chi MinhInternational Schoolfrom 240900000 to 871300000 vndInternational School Ho Chi Minh City (ISHCMC) established in 1993 and is the first IB World School in Vietnam, which provides IB with a culturally diverse perspective to students aged 2 – 18 years.Why parents choose this schoolInternational Baccalaureate -
2025Keystone Academy
5 reviewsBeijing - ChinaInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 250000 to 387500 cnyKeystone Academy is an innovative and unique school in China and the world.
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2025International School of Amsterdam
0 reviewsAmsterdam - North HollandInternational Schoolfrom 18775 to 26950 eurISA is a globally-recognised leader in educating for international understanding. Founded in 1964, ISA was the first school in the world to offer all core IB programmes from the age of 2 to 18.Why parents choose this schoolInternational Baccalaureate -
2025Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong
0 reviewsPudong - ShanghaiInternational Schoolfrom 266000 to 390000 cnySince 2003, Dulwich Pudong has been a leading international school in Shanghai with a strong academic reputation.Why parents choose this schoolBilingual Chinese EnglishBritish Curriculum International Baccalaureate -
2025BEPS International School
0 reviewsBrussels - BelgiumInternational Schoolfrom 16800 to 30750 eurBEPS is known for its family feel it has cultivated over the past 50 years, maintaining a close knit community while providing meaningful and authentic learning.Why parents choose this schoolInternational BaccalaureateADHD Autism Dyslexia Intellectual Giftedness
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Parent and Student Reviews of Private Schools in Istanbul
- Our son is 8 years in BISP, next year graduating the IB program. We are so lucky being a part of the school community, having all the experiences in all offered sports, singing , art and foreign languages! Growing in multinational, tolerant, warm hearted environment, learning to give, to think criticaly, to enjoy friendship, active life style and celebrate diversity has been the best choice of school and we would do it again! Love our school! My son hopes it is still here for his future children after 20 years ?Written May 10, 2023
- I think having co-curricular activities are fun because you can learn outside of school and make new friends. Also, because having after school activities allows me to do what I want to do.Written March 27, 2023
- The videos you have all made, the activities you have thought of and the ability to keep the Ermitage community upbeat, happy and engaged as learners during this time has been amazing. My daughter has continued to be motivated to learn and keep up with her lessons and school work, despite the new way of working. This is thanks to all the efforts of your teaching team and the previous work that you have done with her to help her to grow as an individual (not just academically).”Written February 25, 2023
- At ISHCMC, I achieved more than I ever thought was even possible. I have always felt empowered and supported by my teachers to explore my passion. ISHCMC is where I developed as a person and my experiences and lessons learned have shaped who I am today.Written February 25, 2023
- As parents, we feel that the standard of teaching and the way of learning sets ISHCMC apart; the IB at ISHCMC is a fascinating way of learning.Written February 25, 2023
- ISHCMC is a brilliant learning environment because it teaches the children how to be independent and how to think outside the boxWritten February 25, 2023
- Modern approach to education that takes into consideration the skills needed in future careers and developing the child as a whole.Written February 25, 2023
- Lots of activities available, through sports, drama, music. And the Teachers are just amazing.Written February 25, 2023
- Great community school which values more than just academics, great activities happening and great opportunities for children.Written February 25, 2023
- Wonderful, caring teachers with passion, commitment and knowledgeable skill. There is such a huge variety of activities there is something for everyone.Written February 25, 2023
- I chose Keystone because of its bold missionblending three type of educational traditions-Eastern, Western and International in order to create a new world school that is guided by Chinese Confucian values.Written February 25, 2023
- Keystone organizes every activiy with heart, quality and depth. These are invaluable assets for both children and parents.Written February 25, 2023
- Our son is 8 years in BISP, next year graduating the IB program. We are so lucky being a part of the school community, having all the experiences in all offered sports, singing , art and foreign languages! Growing in multinational, tolerant, warm hearted environment, learning to give, to think criticaly, to enjoy friendship, active life style and celebrate diversity has been the best choice of school and we would do it again! Love our school! My son hopes it is still here for his future children after 20 years ?Written May 10, 2023
- I think having co-curricular activities are fun because you can learn outside of school and make new friends. Also, because having after school activities allows me to do what I want to do.Written March 27, 2023
- The videos you have all made, the activities you have thought of and the ability to keep the Ermitage community upbeat, happy and engaged as learners during this time has been amazing. My daughter has continued to be motivated to learn and keep up with her lessons and school work, despite the new way of working. This is thanks to all the efforts of your teaching team and the previous work that you have done with her to help her to grow as an individual (not just academically).”Written February 25, 2023
- At ISHCMC, I achieved more than I ever thought was even possible. I have always felt empowered and supported by my teachers to explore my passion. ISHCMC is where I developed as a person and my experiences and lessons learned have shaped who I am today.Written February 25, 2023
- As parents, we feel that the standard of teaching and the way of learning sets ISHCMC apart; the IB at ISHCMC is a fascinating way of learning.Written February 25, 2023
- ISHCMC is a brilliant learning environment because it teaches the children how to be independent and how to think outside the boxWritten February 25, 2023
- Modern approach to education that takes into consideration the skills needed in future careers and developing the child as a whole.Written February 25, 2023
- Lots of activities available, through sports, drama, music. And the Teachers are just amazing.Written February 25, 2023
- Great community school which values more than just academics, great activities happening and great opportunities for children.Written February 25, 2023
- Wonderful, caring teachers with passion, commitment and knowledgeable skill. There is such a huge variety of activities there is something for everyone.Written February 25, 2023
- I chose Keystone because of its bold missionblending three type of educational traditions-Eastern, Western and International in order to create a new world school that is guided by Chinese Confucian values.Written February 25, 2023
- Keystone organizes every activiy with heart, quality and depth. These are invaluable assets for both children and parents.Written February 25, 2023