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BIS Schools

Turkey, Istanbul

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Turkish, English
Fees TRY 926,500
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 750
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP), Thai Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, CBSE Curriculum
Taught languages English, Spanish, French
Typical class size 12
Strengths STEM, Languages, Outdoor Education
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

The BIS Schools in Istanbul deliver a multi-campus, bilingual international education for ages 3 to 18 across three campuses: Zekeriyaköy, Bahçeşehir and Çamlıca Hill. The group combines British educational tradition with international frameworks, offering curricula including the British Curriculum, IB Diploma Programme (as a candidate), AP, Thai and CBSE options, alongside a Turkish National Curriculum with international standards. The Zekeriyaköy campus provides an international environment enriched by sports, nature, gardens and outdoor learning, while the Bahçeşehir and Çamlıca campuses offer bilingual English–Turkish programs and strong science rooms, computer suites, gyms and pools. A dedicated STEAM School at the Etiler campus highlights science, technology, engineering, arts and math. English education sits at the core, with a second foreign language option available. Beyond academics, BIS runs extensive clubs and a Summer Camp, including Model United Nations, Chess, Drama, Music and Art, and sports, promoting intercultural understanding across Turkish and international students today.

The Essentials

BIS Schools has 750 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in Turkish, English.

Location
The BIS Schools operate in Istanbul, Türkiye, with campuses in Zekeriyaköy (Primary Campus at Uskumruköy, 8. Cadde No: 7, Sarıyer), Zekeriyaköy High School (Uskumruköy, Kilyos Cd. No: 238/1, Sarıyer), Bahçeşehir Campus (Pazartürk Cd. No: 12, Başakşehir), and Çamlıca Campus (Turistik Çamlıca Cd. No: 54, Üsküdar). The Zekeriyaköy Forest Campus is another BIS campus in the same area.

Stages
Early Years / Pre-School; Primary School; Middle School; High School

Type
Private BIS Primary, Middle and Anatolian High School

Pupil Nationality Mix
Turkish and international students; approximately 30% international enrolment.

Additional learning support
The Learning Support Department provides support for students with Special Needs, coordinates with the ESL department, and collaborates with Educational Psychologists, Speech Therapists and other professionals; includes individual and group intervention and regular parent communication.

Country affiliation
Turkey

School day structure
The main BIS school day runs from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Pre-School offers shorter hours: half-day 8:30 am–12:00 pm; half-day with lunch 8:30 am–1:00 pm; full day 8:30 am–3:30 pm.

Bus service
BIS offers a safe and reliable bus service through AZ-AL for Zekeriyaköy Campus; buses are GPS-tracked and attended by hostesses; contact 0549 684 23 76 for registration.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a uniform. Edessa Textile is the official uniform provider, with a dedicated Maslak shop and an online option to purchase uniforms. Uniforms are required across Pre‑School, Primary and Secondary levels and include items such as white polo T‑shirts (short and long sleeve), white T‑shirts with navy, fleece, Bermuda shorts, pants, a dress or skort, a hoodie, and a PE tracksuit.

Food Options
The school offers a Lunch Menu and a Snack Menu. The menus include dietary labels (V for Vegetarian, Vv for Vegan, G for Gluten‑free, L for Lactose‑free) and calories values are listed for portions.

Governance and Ownership
The BIS Schools operate under two divisions: International Division and Turkish Division. The International Division comprises The British International School Istanbul (Zekeriyaköy Forest Campus) and The British International STEAM School (Etiler Campus). The Turkish Division includes Zekeriyaköy, Çamlıca and Bahçeşehir campuses, with Alkent Preschool Campus opening soon. Shared values include a safe and secure environment, high academic standards, transparent governance and student‑centred education.
Fees

Annual tuition at BIS Schools ranges from TRY 926,500 for 2026/27.

School fees (2025–2026 academic year)

Annual tuition / new-student fee (per year, Turkish Lira)
- Early years 36–42 months: TRY 926,500.00.
- Early years 43–53 months: TRY 926,500.00.
- Early years 54–60 months: TRY 1,027,990.00.
- Primary: TRY 1,290,980.00.
- Middle School: TRY 1,330,590.00.
- High School: TRY 1,753,380.00.

Payment options and pricing choices
- Advance (single) payment: a 5% discount applies to the annual tuition; discounted totals are: 36–42 months TRY 880,175.00; 43–53 months TRY 880,175.00; 54–60 months TRY 976,590.50; Primary TRY 1,226,431.00; Middle School TRY 1,264,060.50; High School TRY 1,665,711.00.
- Installment payment: full annual tuition may be paid in four equal installments (see installment schedule below).
- Parents choose either the advance (discounted) payment or the installment plan.

Installment schedule and amounts (four installments per academic year)
- Installment due dates: 1st due 30 December 2025; 2nd due 30 January 2026; 3rd due 27 February 2026; 4th due 31 March 2026.
- Per-installment amounts (each of four equal payments):
- 36–42 months: TRY 231,625.00 per installment.
- 43–53 months: TRY 231,625.00 per installment.
- 54–60 months: TRY 256,997.50 per installment.
- Primary: TRY 322,745.00 per installment.
- Middle School: TRY 332,647.50 per installment.
- High School: TRY 438,345.00 per installment.

What the school fees cover / what is excluded
- Included in the school fees: meals, after-school clubs (15:30–16:30), and city excursions.
- Not included in the tuition: books, stationery, and school uniform costs.
- Stationery and book lists are published to parents; purchase must follow the school's prescribed list and approved suppliers.

Value added tax and price adjustments
- A VAT rate of 10% applies to the fees in accordance with legislation; any statutory change in the VAT rate will be reflected in the fees from the law's effective date.

Discounts and concessions
- Children of teachers and academics receive a 10% tuition discount.
- For families with two or three siblings enrolled, a 10% discount is applied to younger siblings from the second year of their enrolment.
- The total combined discount is capped at 25%.

Refunds and cancellation policy
- If registration is cancelled prior to the start of the academic year, the school will refund the paid tuition after deducting one-tenth (1/10) of the school tuition fee in line with the applicable regulation; the remainder is returned to the payer.

Boarding / residential provision
- No boarding or residential accommodation is listed as part of BIS Schools' campus services; transport for day students is provided through a contracted bus operator (AZ-AL).

Other costs and optional services
- Transport: a contracted school-bus service is available through AZ-AL; bus registration and fees are arranged separately with the transport provider.
- Uniforms, books, stationery and other personal learning materials are charged separately.

Billing schedule and payment terms (summary)
- Two billing options: single advance payment (5% discount) or four equal instalments on the dates listed above.
- Admissions/registration requires completion of registration forms and receipt of the school's Financial Policy and invoice information at the point of enrolment.

Fee payment channels and instructions
- The school's Financial Policy and invoice information (provided to parents during registration) set out accepted payment methods and account/invoice details and must be completed as part of the registration process.
- Parents choosing the advance-payment option receive the discounted total; parents choosing instalments must pay each instalment by its due date as shown in the billing schedule.
Academics

BIS Schools teaches British Curriculum, IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP), Thai Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, CBSE Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The BIS curriculum blends British educational traditions with an international framework. Primary education draws on established British practices and is delivered with a personalised approach that supports academic foundations and social-emotional growth. Middle School provides a comprehensive and balanced national curriculum, enriched with Information Technology, Music, Visual Arts and Physical Education, with English education as a central pillar and a second foreign language option. High School offers university preparation pathways and tailored academic support to strengthen readiness for higher education. BIS is a Candidate School for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and focuses on implementing the IB Diploma Programme in line with IB standards to prepare students for university study in a global context.

Higher Education Progression
Structured university preparation pathways with tailored academic support delivered by experienced subject specialists for admission to leading Turkish public universities.

Gifted and Talented
Differentiated learning model tailored to individual needs; ongoing academic and social progress monitoring.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school cares about students' wellbeing, social and emotional development. In the primary and middle sections, orientation days are planned at the start of each year with students, teachers and parents. The counselling department plans preventive guidance based on ongoing observations in cooperation with parents, students and teachers. Developmental guidance helps students build self-confidence, positive self-perception, and effective communication and problem-solving skills through an inclusive approach. Parents receive monthly guidance seminars and a guidance bulletin is shared with families; the counselling team regularly reviews each student's academic, social and psychological development with teachers.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Learning Support Department provides support for students experiencing Special Needs in line with the school's philosophy and goals, including intervention and progress reviews for students referred for Learning Support. The Learning Support staff collaborate with mainstream teachers, parents, administrators, as well as with the ESL department, external Educational Psychologists, Speech Therapists and other professionals. The department offers Psychological Counseling Studies, Student Orientation Studies, In-Class Student Activities, Individual Student Meetings and Group Works, and maintains ongoing communication with parents through regular meetings and monthly seminars. The ESL department is part of the collaborative approach to support language needs. The program emphasizes monitoring and evaluating progress for students requiring learning support.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school has an ESL Department that collaborates with the Learning Support Team to support students with language needs. The Learning Support Department works with ESL staff to provide language-focused interventions and track progress. The campus promotes bilingual education, focusing on English and Turkish to develop linguistic proficiency. English language support is integrated with mainstream learning through ESL collaboration. The bilingual environment supports cross-cultural communication and cognitive flexibility.

Mental Wellbeing
The school cares about students' wellbeing and social-emotional development. The counselling department supports wellbeing and development, with orientation activities and ongoing meetings to monitor progress. Developmental guidance helps students build self-confidence, positive self-perception and effective communication and problem-solving skills, with an inclusive approach to meeting developmental needs. Parents receive monthly guidance seminars and a counselling newsletter to stay informed about social, emotional and personal development. The school emphasizes regular collaboration between counselling staff and classroom teachers to support students throughout the year.

Safeguarding
A campus nurse is available to address health queries, and medical history and allergies are collected in the first week of each academic year. The campus is guarded 24 hours a day and monitored by security cameras; parents receive an ID card to access the campus. If the person collecting a child is not known, the school will contact the parent and request verification. Changes to routine for picking up a child require notification, and the school will call if there are any discrepancies with the usual procedure. Parents are reminded to keep mobile numbers up to date with the school secretaries.
Parent Experience

History
BIS Schools is a well-established school group operating in Türkiye with over 39 years of international educational experience. The International Division delivers globally focused programmes built upon the foundations of the British education system and includes The British International School Istanbul at the Zekeriyaköy Forest Campus and The British International STEAM School at the Etiler STEAM Campus. The Turkish Division operates under the BIS Schools umbrella, delivering the Turkish National Curriculum with international educational standards at Zekeriyaköy, Çamlıca and Bahçeşehir campuses (Alkent Preschool Campus opening soon). Shared values under one educational framework include a safe and secure environment, high academic standards, transparent governance and student-centred education.

Community
The BIS Schools have an active school community centered on the Parent-Teacher Association. 2024–2025 PTA Board Members include Chairman of OAB Board of Directors: İlkim Toprak Koylan; OAB Board of Directors Vice President: Begüm Terzioğlu; OAB Board Members: Yeşim Atay Kaya, Ece Erdoğan, Botogaz Sarbassova; OAB Board of Directors Substitute Members: Seçil Giva, Sinem Demir Dernek, Nihal Ündeş, Zeynep Özgüven; OAB Board of Audit Members: Şükran Koç, Derya Yiğit, Meltem Vurkun, Derya Koral, Elif Yılmaz Durak, İlknur Avunduk. 2024–2025 Academic Year Activities include: Student-Teacher Parent Orientation; Sports Day Events; Second Hand Uniform Sale; Teachers' Day Celebration; Professions Talk; Winter Bazaar; Global Community Day Event; Social Responsibility Projects (TİDER); April 23 Children's Day Festival; Cake & Bake Sale; Parent-Student External Trip Planning; Year 4 Graduation Ceremony; Year 8 Graduation Ceremony.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent-Teacher Association (OAB) is active across BIS Schools. 2024–2025 PTA Board Members include Chairman of OAB Board of Directors: İlkim Toprak Koylan; OAB Board of Directors Vice President: Begüm Terzioğlu; OAB Board Members: Yeşim Atay Kaya, Ece Erdoğan, Botogaz Sarbassova; OAB Board of Directors Substitute Members: Seçil Giva, Sinem Demir Dernek, Nihal Ündeş, Zeynep Özgüven; OAB Board of Audit Members: Şükran Koç, Derya Yiğit, Meltem Vurkun, Derya Koral, Elif Yılmaz Durak, İlknur Avunduk. 2024–2025 Academic Year Activities include: Student-Teacher Parent Orientation; Sports Day Events; Second Hand Uniform Sale; Teachers' Day Celebration; Professions Talk; Winter Bazaar; Global Community Day Event; Social Responsibility Projects (TİDER); April 23 Children's Day Festival; Cake & Bake Sale; Parent-Student External Trip Planning; Year 4 Graduation Ceremony; Year 8 Graduation Ceremony.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
BIS Schools operate three campuses in Istanbul: Zekeriyaköy, Bahçeşehir, and Çamlıca Hill. The Zekeriyaköy campus offers a truly international environment enriched by sport and nature, with gardens and open-air play areas for outdoor learning. The campus provides libraries, computer rooms and science laboratories to support practical learning. The Bahçeşehir campus features a bilingual English–Turkish program and is equipped with advanced science laboratories, computer suites, a gym, and a swimming pool. Çamlıca Hill Campus delivers a bilingual program and includes science laboratories, computer suites, a gym and a swimming pool, with proximity to natural areas. Across the campuses, a multicultural environment fosters intercultural understanding among Turkish and international students.

Sports Facilities
Zekeriyaköy campus has well-equipped sports facilities, libraries, computer rooms and science laboratories, complemented by gardens and open-air play areas for outdoor activity. The Bahçeşehir Campus is equipped with a gym and a swimming pool to support physical education and wellness. The Çamlıca Hill Campus also features a gym and a swimming pool, with facilities that support practical learning and physical fitness. Across the campuses, outdoor spaces and a range of facilities support a holistic approach to student development.

Academic Facilities
Zekeriyaköy campus includes libraries, computer rooms and science laboratories to support practical, inquiry-based learning. Bahçeşehir Campus is equipped with advanced science laboratories and computer suites, reinforcing bilingual English–Turkish education. Çamlıca Hill Campus features science laboratories and computer suites, and emphasizes bilingual education to foster cognitive flexibility. Bahçeşehir and Çamlıca Hill campuses also include a gym and a swimming pool to support physical development. The facilities described reflect BIS's bilingual, internationally oriented curriculum across campuses.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Student Clubs are listed on the BIS site as part of student life. Summer Camp is offered, with details accessible via the BIS Summer Camp site. Gardens and open-air play areas on the Zekeriyaköy Campus support outdoor activities and learning. The campuses foster a multicultural environment that promotes social skills and cross-cultural engagement.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Clubs include Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Swimming, Photography, Model United Nations, Student Council, Chess, Drama, Music and Art, Dance, Choir, and Dinosaurs. These clubs are available during the weekly lesson time, after-school hours, and Sunday Morning sessions. The program features clubs that vary by age group across BIS campuses. English is used during joint play and activities across campuses.

Arts & Creative
Drama, Music and Art, Photography, Dance, and Choir are among the BIS clubs. Students can pursue creative interests across BIS campuses. The clubs are structured to support creative expression and collaborative projects across age groups.

Cultural & Language
Clubs focus on human relations, communication skills, and active use of a foreign language. On our campus, English is used during joint play and activity hours across BIS campuses.

Social & Hobbies
Sport and recreation clubs include Football, Basketball, Volleyball and Swimming. These clubs promote social interaction and teamwork within BIS's activities. Activities vary by age group and campus.

Leadership & Professional
Student Council is listed as a BIS club. Clubs are organized to accommodate different age groups and cross-campus participation. The program includes a range of activities designed to engage students in school life.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The BIS clubs include Football, Basketball, Volleyball and Swimming, promoting physical activity. Joint play hours use English, supporting an active and social school community across campuses.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction, with instruction delivered by native English-speaking teachers. An English Academic Support Programme supports language development, and Turkish language support is provided as additional academic assistance in Turkish, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. The school aligns its secondary education with the IB Diploma Programme.
Admissions

Admissions
1. The prospective family contacts the School by completing the Application Form on the website or by telephoning the School. The Communications Department contacts the prospective family to acknowledge receipt and outline the next steps. 2. An appointment is scheduled for a preliminary visit and a meeting with the Director or the Principal of the School. During the visit: a. The Principal and the School Psychological Counsellor meet the prospective student and administer the School Readiness Assessment for Primary Year 1 in the 2026–2027 Academic Year. b. The Principal and the School Psychological Counsellor meet the prospective student and conduct a general evaluation for students who will be placed in Years 2–8 in the 2026–2027 Academic Year. c. For students applying to High School (Years 9–12) in the 2026–2027 Academic Year, the Principal and the School Psychological Counsellor conduct an interview and a general academic evaluation. Previous school reports and relevant academic records are reviewed as part of the assessment process. 3. The results are shared with the parents. 4. Once the parents decide to proceed with registration, they are informed about the Financial Policy by the Admissions Department and are required to complete the Registration Forms.
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