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Antalya Toplum Koleji

Turkey, Antalya

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Turkish
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Turkish, German, Russian
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Antalya Toplum Koleji offers K-12 education from preschool to high school. Curriculum blends the Turkish Ministry framework with Cambridge IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme, alongside a bespoke programme. Education is delivered in a foreign language, and the school hosts 30+ nationalities with international teachers, fostering intercultural understanding and well-being. Turkish Republic values and Atatürk's principles underpin the school ethos. Facilities include a kitchen and dining hall with technology; meals prepared under supervision with special menus; Hygiene Control Procedures and White Flag. Sports facilities include an Indoor Sports Hall, a swimming pool, and a gymnastics hall; arts spaces include two Art Workshops and two Music Rooms. Academic facilities feature science labs, ICT, an Auditorium, and a Library with JSTOR, Follett, and e-books. A robotics programme participates in FIRST Robotics Competition, and the campus supports a range of clubs. The school serves 30+ nationalities, and a Parent-Teacher Association strengthens school life.

The Essentials

Antalya Toplum Koleji has instruction in English, Turkish.

Location
Altınkale, Palmiye St. No 10/A, 07192 Döşemealtı, Antalya, Turkey

Stages
Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, and Anatolian High School (Anadolu Lisesi)

Type
Private school

Pupil Nationality Mix
30% international students; 70% Turkish students.

Additional learning support
Language Support Program for Turkish and English language learners; personalized instruction in small groups to help students access the full curriculum.

Country affiliation
Turkey

Bus service
Yes. Safe, well-organised bus service with fixed routes and scheduled pick-up/drop-off times; hostesses onboard; seat belts mandatory; GPS tracking; insured; picks up from Döşemealtı, Kepez, Muratpaşa and Konyaaltı.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Antalya Toplum Koleji runs a modern kitchen and dining hall, regularly inspected by food engineers and dietitians, providing breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks for pre-school and primary students under classroom supervision. Special menus are prepared for students with dietary needs, in line with parent information and the school doctor's guidance. The kitchen complies with Hygiene Control Procedures and the Nutrition-Friendly School Project and has earned the White Flag for cleanliness.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a private institution affiliated with the Turkish Ministry of National Education and accredited by Cambridge International. The academic and communication language used is English, and the school has about 30% international students and 70% Turkish students.
Academics

Antalya Toplum Koleji teaches IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Antalya Toplum Koleji offers K-12 education from preschool to high school. It follows the Turkish Ministry of National Education curriculum enriched with international programmes. Education is provided in a foreign language. Cambridge International and the International Baccalaureate (IB) are included in the academic programme. The school fosters a multicultural environment with 30+ nationalities and international teachers, and places well-being at the core of learning. The curriculum upholds the values of the Republic and Atatürk's principles within its framework.

Gifted and Talented
Cambridge Programme and the Maarif Model provide enrichment opportunities for advanced learners. These are integrated through Cambridge-based activities and competitions across grades.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school fosters social and emotional development through a multicultural environment, intercultural communication activities, and club programs that support social interaction. It aims to raise global citizens who are self-confident, intuitive, and able to express their feelings, ideas, opinions and thoughts sensitively and respectfully. Club activities and student leadership opportunities further develop social, cognitive, and emotional skills.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school follows an inclusion framework to support learners with diverse needs across both Turkish national and international curricula. A dedicated school inclusion team, including school counsellors and teachers, identifies barriers and puts in place structures to support all students. When a student experiences difficulties, teachers discuss with the school counsellor; guardians are informed as appropriate, and an individualized program may be created with guidance from the RAM (Guidance and Research Center). The policy is reviewed annually.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The primary languages of instruction are English and Turkish, with German, French, and Spanish offered as additional languages. All teachers act as language teachers and support language learning across the curriculum. Each student has a language portfolio to track progress, and language learning is facilitated through regular library activities, reading and writing tasks, and opportunities to practice languages in diverse contexts.

Mental Wellbeing
The school prioritizes wellbeing alongside academic and social development, with language support and clubs contributing to emotional growth. The High School program includes a psychological counselling unit to support student wellbeing and university planning; The Duke of Edinburgh's Award program promotes self-management, perseverance, teamwork, leadership, and physical wellbeing.

Safeguarding
The Inclusion Policy emphasizes safeguarding and a safe, inclusive learning environment, with confidentiality of student information and processes for early identification of needs. If a student faces a challenge, it is identified by teachers and discussed with the school counsellor; guardians are informed if needed and an individualized plan may be implemented with RAM involvement. The policy includes ongoing reviews and steps to remove barriers, and addresses accessibility and open dialogue with families.
Parent Experience

Community
Antalya Toplum Koleji hosts a multicultural community with students from more than 30 nationalities; 30% international and 70% Turkish students. The academic and communication language is English, and intercultural communication and collaboration are emphasized to foster world citizenship. The school organizes cultural and commemorative events, including the Çanakkale Victory and Martyrs Commemoration Program.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Antalya Toplum Koleji has a kitchen and dining hall equipped with advanced technology and high capacity, regularly inspected by food engineers and dietitians. Meals for pre-school and primary students are provided under classroom teacher supervision, with breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks. Special menus are created for students with dietary needs, in line with parental input and the school doctor. The dining and kitchen operate under Hygiene Control Procedures, are part of the Nutrition-Friendly School Project, and Toplum Kitchen has earned the White Flag for cleanliness and hygiene.

Sports Facilities
The campus includes an Indoor Sports Hall, an Indoor Swimming Pool, a Gymnastics Hall, two Art Workshops, and two Music Rooms.

Academic Facilities
The school has a Laboratory with 2 Science, 2 Chemistry, 1 Physics, 1 Biology, and 1 ICT; an Auditorium with a Conference Room, 2 Costume Rooms, 2 Backstage, and 1 Foyer Area; and a Library with 8000 printed resources, JSTOR and Follett subscriptions, electronic journals, and an e-book collection.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school operates a robotics program with a team that participates in the FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC). The campus also supports arts and music activities with 2 Art Workshops and 2 Music Rooms. The school provides Cambridge International and IB Diploma Programme options, with international teachers contributing to the learning environment. The school serves students from 30+ nationalities, promoting intercultural exchange.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Club activities enable our students to work in social and scientific fields of interest. Our school offers a wide range of clubs, including Reading Books, Football, JMUN, Spanish, Boring Club, Choir, Swimming, Volleyball, Karate, Art, Eco School, Modern Dance, Traditional Children's Games, Rock & Roll, Scrabble, Board Games, Computer, and Theatre. Clubs take place on Tuesdays from 3:00 PM to 4:45 PM and are led by teachers and professional coaches. The aim of club activities is to develop students' leadership characteristics, communication skills, sense of responsibility, discovery and self-confidence, and to highlight their personal skills and interests while fostering social responsibility.

Arts & Creative
Major clubs in the arts include Choir, Art, Modern Dance, Theatre, and Rock & Roll. These clubs offer avenues for creative expression and performance and are led by teachers and professional coaches. They help students develop artistic talents and collaborate on performances.

Cultural & Language
English is the language of instruction, and students may choose German or Russian as a second foreign language. Spanish is a major club, reflecting language learning and intercultural engagement. The school emphasizes intercultural communication and global citizenship through its clubs and language offerings.

Social & Hobbies
Major clubs include Reading Books, Football, JMUN, Spanish, Boring Club, Choir, Swimming, Volleyball, Karate, Art, Eco School, Modern Dance, Traditional Children's Games, Rock & Roll, Scrabble, Board Games, Computer, and Theatre. Students participate in clubs on Tuesdays from 3:00 PM to 4:45 PM, led by teachers and professional coaches. The clubs span sports, arts, and games, helping students build social skills and personal interests.

Community & Service
Parent-Teacher Association strengthens the partnership between families and the school. It contributes to the planning and organization of key events including winter and summer fairs, charity initiatives, and sporting events. The Association promotes transparency, collaboration, and shared responsibility in the school community.

Leadership & Professional
Club activities are designed to develop students' leadership characteristics, communication skills, and sense of responsibility. Students can choose from dozens of clubs, with openings determined by applications and staff evaluation. Clubs are led by teachers and professional coaches to cultivate leadership and professional skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Well-Being is a course in the Middle School program, with English, Turkish, and a second foreign language. Club activities include sports such as Football, Swimming, Volleyball, and Karate, supported by professional coaches. These activities support physical, emotional, and social development.
Languages

Language Provision
English and Turkish are the main instructional languages. The school supports learning additional languages, including German, French, and Russian. All teachers act as language teachers to help students access the curriculum, and a host-country language development program is in place with two Turkish tracks: Turkish as a foreign language and Turkish as a first language. A language portfolio tracks each student's progress and regular language-support activities, such as library sessions and reading hours, accompany language learning across languages.

Bilingual Teaching
Main instructional languages are English and Turkish.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
The school is affiliated with the Ministry of National Education and is Cambridge International Schools accredited.
Admissions

Admissions
Early enrollment is available. Prospective guardians fill out the Early Enrollment form to be contacted by the school. The form asks for the guardian's full name, email address, mobile phone, which school to register at (Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, High School), and consent to be contacted by phone and e‑mail. The school offers Cambridge and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs from kindergarten to high school and uses the Cambridge English Education System, with instruction in English and Turkish. The school has teachers from 12 nationalities.

Scholarships
The Antalya Toplum Koleji bursluluk exam is open to students from Antalya's private and public elementary and middle schools in 4th–7th grades. Applications were accepted January 2, 2023 to February 10, 2023, online at the burs page or in person at Altınkale Mah. Palmiye Cad. No: 10/A, Döşemealtı, Antalya. Access to scholarship information/documents is available at the burs page. The exam location was Antalya Toplum Koleji Ortaokulu, Altınkale Mah. Palmiye Cad. No: 10/A, Döşemealtı, Antalya, and the exam date/time was March 11, 2023 at 14:30 (one session per grade). The exam is free. The test targets 4th grade and 5th–7th grades; questions cover material seen up to the exam date. Bring identity documents; dictionaries, calculators, and devices with computing capability (phones, etc.) are not allowed. Late arrivals after 15 minutes are not admitted; substitutes are not allowed; cheating cancels the exam. Ranking is based on total nets; Turkish nets are used to break ties, then Mathematics nets, then Science and Foreign Language nets, and finally a computer draw if still tied. The Evaluation Committee includes Ayşegül Kaşlı (President), Esra Altıntas (Turkish), Yağmur Karakurt (Guidance Counselor), Bihter Ay (Turkish), Merve Esmer (Mathematics), Sevcan Ercan (Science), Gizem Tarhan (English). A Soru Dağılım Tablosu shows the subject distribution by grade (Turkish, Mathematics, Science, English). Scholarships are awarded as follows: 1) First place in each grade (4th–7th) receives 100% tuition scholarship for the class; 2) Second place receives 75%; 3) Third place receives 50%; 4) Fourth place receives 25%. The scholarship covers tuition only (meals and transport are not included) and remains valid through the end of 8th grade; scholarships are limited by school and class quotas. If a student who earned a scholarship transfers, is expelled, or has excessive absences, the scholarship is canceled. If no scholarship is awarded, a 10% discount for the enrollment month is applied. The scholarship discounts are valid until March 31, 2023. Results are announced on March 16, 2023, and parents may appeal within 2 days. For exam inquiries, contact Ayşegül Kaşlı (mobile 0 242 443 30 80; aysegul.kasli@toplum.k12.tr). School contact: Antalya Toplum Koleji Ortaokulu, Altınkale Mahallesi Palmiye Caddesi No: 10/A, Döşemealtı, Antalya; info@toplum.k12.tr; https://toplum.k12.tr
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