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Al Mawakeb International Schools

Turkey, Istanbul

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 350
Type Co-educational
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages Turkish, Arabic, English
Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Kindergarten
Introduction

Al Mawakeb International School Istanbul delivers the American Curriculum with Advanced Placement courses, taught in English for scientific subjects. It adopts a Tri-Language Education approach, providing Turkish language instruction to master reading, writing and speaking, and Arabic language instruction to preserve heritage. The Curricula Tributary covers history of the Arab world, geography of the Bosporus, and geology of continents, integrated with arts, robotics, the Internet of Things and artificial intelligence. The science and technology curriculum is delivered in English, emphasizing objectivity, experimentation, critical thinking, open discussion, brainstorming and problem solving, with access to computers and laboratories and encouragement of self‑learning. The school is officially accredited in the Turkish educational system; certificates are issued by the Turkish Ministry of Education, and the American curricula are recognized by US educational bodies; certificates can transfer to Turkish public and private schools. With twenty years of experience, it serves 350+ students and reports about 95% student happiness. Located in Esenyurt, Istanbul, the campus features a Fine Arts and Sculpture Room and a Modern theater for drama.

Akçaburgaz, 26. Sk. No:9, 34522 Esenyurt/İstanbul, Türkiye

The Essentials

Al Mawakeb International Schools has 350 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located in Esenyurt, Istanbul, Turkey. Address: Akçaburgaz Mahallesi, 26 Sk., No: 9, Esenyurt, 34522 Istanbul, Turkey.

Stages
Kindergarten; Primary Section; Middle Section; High School.

Type
The school is an international school.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
A dining hall for the kindergarten serves healthy, high-quality meals. Meals are served on-site within the kindergarten facilities.
Fees
Application / Registration fee

- A one-time, non-refundable registration fee of USD 500 applies to all students.

Tuition fees by school year (per term / per year)

- No published schedule of tuition amounts by year group, term, or full-year totals is provided on the school's public fee information. Numerical tuition amounts per grade or per term are not listed.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Full-year payment: Paying the full year's tuition in a single payment qualifies for a 10% discount.
- Installments: Tuition may be spread across an installment plan of 3 to 4 installments. Specific installment dates and amounts are set by the school at registration.
- Students must be registered each academic year and all outstanding fees from previous years must be settled before re-enrolment.

Late payment policy and penalties

- Late payments for installments 1, 2, and 3 incur a 5% surcharge.
- Students with outstanding payments 14 days past the due date may be denied entry to school until the balance is settled.

Boarding fees

- No boarding programme or boarding fees are listed in the school's public fee information; boarding is not offered or no boarding charges are published.

Other costs and fees

- The published tuition information excludes the following ancillary costs, which are charged separately: bus transportation, health/medical insurance, school uniform, textbooks, and educational field trips (field-trip transport payable to the bus company).
- Application and registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Discounts

- Full-payment discount: 10% discount for payment of the full year's tuition.
- Educational discount: 5% discount for children of teaching staff from other schools and universities.
- Sibling discount: Families with multiple siblings enrolled for over a year qualify for a sibling discount; a maximum discount of 10% applies for the second child onwards. Students receiving a sibling discount are not eligible for other discounts.

Refund information

- Application and registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
- No refunds are issued for absences.
- Partial refunds for unused tuition may be considered at the school's discretion upon student withdrawal during the academic year, subject to specific conditions: a minimum 90-day written notice of withdrawal by registered post to the Director of Admissions; the student must be absent for the remainder of the school term; refunds are issued after deductions for materials, exam fees, prepaid taxes, and registration fees.

Fee payment options and banking details

- Currency: Fees are payable in USD.
- Payment method specified: Bank transfer to the school's Kuveyt Türk account. Parents are requested to include the student's name(s) in the payment reference.
- Bank details as published:
- Name of Bank: Kuveyt Türk Bankası.
- Account Name: ALMAWAKEB SCHOOLS EĞİTİM HİZMETLERİ ANONİM ŞİRKETİ.
- IBAN: TR940020500009532888500101.
- Branch: Fatih – Ticari.
- SWIFT Code: KTEFTRIS.
- BIC: 205.

Summary of availability of published figures

- The school's published fee information includes the one-time registration fee, the school's billing and payment terms (full-payment discount, installment options, late-payment surcharge), refund rules, discounts, and bank details for USD payments. However, a grade-by-grade or term-by-term tuition schedule and numerical tuition amounts per year group are not published in the school's publicly available fee pages. This means specific tuition figures per term or per grade are not available in the publicly posted fee materials.
Academics

Al Mawakeb International Schools teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school uses the American curriculum taught in English for scientific subjects. Tri-Language Education includes Turkish language instruction to master reading, writing and speaking Turkish, and Arabic language instruction to preserve heritage. Curricula Tributary covers history of the Arab world, geography of the Bosporus, and geology of continents, with arts, robotics, the Internet of Things and artificial intelligence. The science and technology curriculum is unified in English and emphasizes objectivity, abstraction, scientific experiments, critical thinking, open discussion, brainstorming and problem solving, with access to computers and laboratories and encouragement of self-learning. The schools are officially accredited in the Turkish educational system, certificates are issued by the Turkish Ministry of Education, and the American curricula are recognized by several educational bodies in the United States; certificates can transfer to Turkish public and private schools.
Wellbeing

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school teaches the American curriculum in English for scientific subjects; Turkish language instruction is provided across all grades to master reading, writing and speaking Turkish; Arabic language instruction covers language, its sciences, literature, history and culture to accommodate diverse linguistic backgrounds.
Parent Experience

History
Al Mawakeb International School in Istanbul fosters empathy, curiosity, and creativity in a dynamic global learning environment. It has twenty years of educational experience. The school serves 350+ students and reports about 95% student happiness. Year after year, it continues its educational and scientific journey in Istanbul, with ongoing support for students in all scientific steps. Its mission is to empower each individual to reach their fullest potential through contemporary teaching methods and practical values.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is Almawakeb International School in Istanbul, located in Esenyurt, Akçaburgaz Mahallesi. 26 sk. No : 9. 34522 Istanbul, Turkey. The contact page provides a phone number, email, and a physical address for visit requests and inquiries.

Sports Facilities
Not described on the site.

Academic Facilities
Not described on the site.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Not described on the site.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school delivers the American curriculum in English for scientific subjects; Turkish language reading, writing and speaking are taught in systematic classes; Arabic language and culture studies connect students with their heritage.

Arts & Creative
Arts are offered through co-curricular and extracurricular activities, including drawing, playing musical instruments and acting; the campus includes a Fine Arts and Sculpture Room and a Modern theater for drama.

Cultural & Language
Tri-Language Education includes English for science, Turkish language classes, and Arabic language and culture studies to preserve heritage.

Social & Hobbies
Co-curricular programs include technology, robotics, arts, sports and crafts, supplementing the curriculum and developing collaboration, creativity and critical thinking.

Leadership & Professional
The school offers curricula for preparing leaders and developing professional skills, supported by opportunities across activities; psychological support is provided by the school's social counselor.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school focuses on holistic development of physical, emotional, social and cognitive well‑being; supports fitness with PE courts and sports facilities and organizes activities and events to strengthen social skills; spaces include a music room, theatre and laboratories.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches in English for scientific subjects. Turkish is taught for communication and to access Turkish universities. Arabic is taught to preserve heritage and connect with Arab cultures. The curriculum integrates English, Turkish and Arabic across grades.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers Tri-Language Education in English, Turkish, and Arabic. English is used for scientific subjects under the American curriculum. Turkish is taught in systematic classes to master reading, writing and speaking Turkish for communication with Turkish society. Arabic is taught as a separate language course covering its sciences, literature, history and culture to connect students with their heritage.

Immersion Programs
Language learning is embedded across the curriculum through Tri-Language Education. English is the language of instruction for scientific subjects. Turkish and Arabic are taught as core languages across all grades. Arabic instruction includes its sciences, literature, history and culture to accommodate diverse backgrounds.
Reputation

Accreditations
The school is an Accredited International School in Istanbul.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Initial Inquiry:
Contact the Admissions office by phone or through the website to schedule a school visit. The Admissions team will coordinate a time convenient for the family. This initial inquiry helps families understand the school's offerings and determine fit.

2. School Visit:
Meet the Admissions team and tour the facilities; learn about the curriculum, teachers, and student life. The visit provides an opportunity to experience the school environment firsthand.

3. Application Completion:
If you choose Almawakeb, complete an online application form for each student. The Admissions team will review your applications and proceed to the next steps.

4. Required Documents:
Submit electronically: student passport photocopy; parents' passport photocopies; 4 passport-sized photos of the student; completed Almawakeb Medical Form; completed Almawakeb Family Contract; Financial Policy + Invoice Information Form; recent school reports.

5. Decision and Enrollment:
The Admissions team will review your application and notify you of the decision. Upon acceptance, complete the enrollment process online.

6. Important Information:
Applications are accepted year-round, subject to availability. Early application is recommended, especially for popular grade levels. A one-time registration fee of 500 USD applies to all students and is non-refundable. We offer a variety of tuition payment plans; refer to the Financial Policy for details. A 90 days' written notice is required to withdraw to be eligible for a partial refund. The school administration has the right to dismiss a student for specified reasons in line with Turkish law.

7. Special Educational Needs:
Almawakeb is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment; inform us during the application process so we can develop a personalized learning plan for your child.
School Events
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