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Reigate Grammar School Istanbul

Turkey, Istanbul

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2026
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, Turkish
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Reigate Grammar School Istanbul is in Üsküdar, Istanbul, Turkey, and the newest member of the Reigate Grammar School family. The campus offers the British Curriculum from EYFS through Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels, for students aged 3 to 18. The school combines UK heritage with a global outlook and delivers a British curriculum adapted for a global context by experienced educators. Bespoke pastoral care ensures every student is known, valued and supported, aligned with The Reigate Way, which develops resilient, kind and courageous individuals who go beyond expectations. Founding families and students are invited to help shape the culture from the outset. The school has a vibrant co-curricular programme; arts, sports and leadership activities complement academic study. The Global Passport and Inter-School Collaboration connect students with opportunities across the UK and Asia, including exchanges and virtual debates. Wellbeing workshops and personal tutoring support holistic development.

Üsküdar, İstanbul, Turkey

The Essentials

Reigate Grammar School Istanbul has instruction in English.

Location
Üsküdar, Istanbul, Turkey

Stages
Pre-Prep (ages 3 to 5); Prep (ages 6 to 12); Senior School (ages 13 to 16); Sixth Form (ages 16 to 18)

Country affiliation
United Kingdom affiliation; British Curriculum
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of the Reigate Grammar School family of schools. Has sister schools in the UK and around the world; Reigate Grammar School (UK) was founded in 1675.
Fees
Application fees
- No public, fixed application, registration, or acceptance fee amount is published for Reigate Grammar School İstanbul for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. The school notes a bespoke Founding Family Fee Structure will be offered to an early cohort, with terms arranged directly with Admissions.

Tuition fees by year group (termly / annual)
- There is no published termly or annual tuition fee schedule by year group for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. No specific per-term or per-year tuition figures for Pre‑Prep, Prep, Senior School or Sixth Form are listed in the school's public admissions materials.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No standard billing schedule, instalment plan details, invoice timing, or published payment‑term conditions are provided publicly. Fee timing and terms for Founding Families are described as bespoke and to be confirmed with Admissions.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is not described as part of the school's offering in the school's public information. No boarding fee schedule or boarding-related charges are published. The school presents as an all‑through day provision for students aged 3–18.

Other costs and fees (uniform, excursions, meals, transport, extras)
- No published amounts are available for uniform, excursions, exam entry, music lessons, school bus/transport, meals, or other ancillary charges for 2026/27 or 2025/26. The school indicates that early enrolment (Founding Family) arrangements will include bespoke terms; no standard fee breakdown for extras is published.

Refund information
- No public policy text or published schedule of refunds, fee remission, or withdrawal/refund terms is available in the school's public admissions or Founding Families materials. Refund and withdrawal terms are not listed publicly.

Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / other)
- No published list of accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer, credit/debit card, standing order, online payment portal) is available in the public admissions information. Payment method details are not published and are presented as matters to be confirmed with the school's Admissions/Finance team.

Summary of findings
- The school's public admissions materials do not publish a standard, detailed fee schedule (application fee, termly or annual tuition by year group, billing timetable, boarding charges, ancillary fees, refund policy, or payment method list) for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. The school highlights a bespoke Founding Family Fee Structure for early enrollers; specific financial terms are arranged individually. Because no fixed fee figures or formal fee policies are published in the school's public admissions content, no numerical fee amounts can be provided here.
Academics

Reigate Grammar School Istanbul teaches British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school has a World-Class British Curriculum adapted for a global context and delivered by exceptional educators.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school places wellbeing at the foundation of achievement; students flourish when they feel safe, valued and understood. Pastoral care is delivered through a layered network including academic mentors, personal tutors and peer support to ensure every child is seen, heard and supported. Individual Education Plans offer targeted support for those requiring specific guidance, delivered with compassion and discretion. Wellbeing is central to the school's approach, helping students find balance and fulfilment within a busy community. Students are encouraged to step outside their comfort zone with staff available to provide guidance when needed. Parents have opportunities to engage in wellbeing initiatives, including wellbeing workshops, Time to Chat sessions and discussions around mental health, child development and digital safety.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Individual Education Plans offer targeted support for students requiring specific guidance, delivered with compassion and discretion. A layered pastoral care network ensures students needing additional help are seen, valued and supported from day one. This reflects an inclusive approach to meeting diverse learning needs.

Mental Wellbeing
Wellbeing is at the core of everything we do at RGS İstanbul. The school uses a layered pastoral care network, including academic mentors, personal tutors and peer support, to ensure every child is seen, heard and supported. Students are encouraged to step outside their comfort zones within a safe and secure environment, with experienced staff on hand to offer support and guidance. Wellbeing workshops and Time to Chat sessions provide opportunities for families to engage with wellbeing topics, and there are discussions around mental health, child development and digital safety as part of the broader wellbeing framework. This holistic approach aims to help students develop resilience and self-awareness as they progress through school.
Parent Experience

History
RGS Istanbul is the newest member of the Reigate Grammar School family. It blends storied UK heritage with a forward-thinking, international outlook. The school offers a world-class British curriculum adapted for a global context. Bespoke pastoral care ensures every student is known, valued and supported from day one. The Reigate Way develops resilient, kind and courageous individuals prepared to go beyond expectations, and founding families and students are being welcomed to shape the culture.

Community
RGS Istanbul is part of a Global Village spanning three continents, uniting thousands of students and educators under a shared commitment to academic excellence, innovative thinking and compassionate character. Founding students will benefit from deep-rooted connections with sister schools in the UK and across the world. Inter-school collaboration includes virtual debating competitions and student exchanges with RGS UK. Senior students will benefit from the global Reigate network, opening doors to world-leading universities.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Reigate Grammar School İstanbul blends a storied UK heritage with an international outlook. It is located in Üsküdar, Istanbul. The school offers a world-class learning environment. Founding families are invited to join and help shape the culture from the outset. Bespoke pastoral care ensures every student is known, valued and supported from day one.

Academic Facilities
The school offers a World-Class British Curriculum adapted for a global context. The curriculum is delivered by exceptional educators. Pastoral care is bespoke, ensuring every student is known, valued and supported from day one. The Reigate Way focuses on developing resilient, kind and courageous individuals who are prepared to go beyond expectations. The aim is to enable students to thrive academically, emotionally and socially.

Extra Curricular Facilities
RGS İstanbul offers a vibrant co-curricular programme that complements the British Curriculum. Creativity, resilience, curiosity, respect and character are emphasised as part of student life. Founding families are invited to participate in shaping the school community. The school provides opportunities beyond the classroom to support personal growth. Students build lifelong friendships through activities that enrich their educational journey.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school has a vibrant co-curricular programme that supports students' passions and helps them develop new skills beyond the classroom. It is built around a distinctive learning and skills framework that accompanies the British curriculum. The programme is designed to help students thrive academically, emotionally and socially. Students are encouraged to engage across a broad range of activities that complement their classroom learning.

Arts & Creative
Music and the arts are woven into daily life, with integrated enrichment in the Pre-Prep Extended Day. The RGS Way emphasizes creativity and imaginative thinking across all parts of school life. Creativity is celebrated across every part of life at RGS İstanbul. The arts form a core element of the school culture alongside sport and other activities.

Cultural & Language
Inter-School Collaboration includes virtual debating competitions and physical student exchanges with RGS UK. A Global Passport provides a world-wide network spanning the UK, China, Saudi Arabia, Viet Nam, Cambodia, Malaysia and beyond. Through this network, students have access to cross-border collaboration and international opportunities.

Social & Hobbies
The co-curricular life is rich, from sports to the arts, enabling students to pursue hobbies and make lifelong friends. A vibrant programme invites participation in activities that complement academic work. Families are invited to support school life and attend concerts, plays and sports matches.

Leadership & Professional
Founding team members will shape the school's academic standards, pastoral culture and co-curricular traditions. They will contribute to a rich co-curricular life, from sports to the arts. Joining RGS İstanbul offers global professional connections within the Reigate Grammar School family.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Wellbeing is at the core of school life; a layered pastoral care network supports every child. The pastoral care includes academic mentors, personal tutors and peer support, with Individual Education Plans where needed. Families can attend wellbeing workshops and Time to Chat sessions to discuss mental health and child development. Families are encouraged to cheer on students at concerts, plays, sports matches and school events.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Campus tours are available through the Admissions Suite while construction is in progress. Families are invited to visit the Admissions Suite to learn about the school, its British heritage, and the admissions process. The on-site visit provides an opportunity to ask questions in a dedicated space. Admissions staff are on hand to guide families through the process during the visit. 2. Founding Families receive a historic opportunity to name Houses, design early student publications, and establish traditions that will last for centuries. They also benefit from a higher teacher-to-student ratio during the inaugural year. Founding Families join the founding phase of RGS İstanbul and shape the community and its culture. 3. Founding Family Fee Structure incentives are offered to a limited number of early enrollees. To recognise the trust placed in the founding cohort, a bespoke Founding Family Fee Structure is offered. For confidential discussion regarding these exclusive terms, contact the Admissions team.
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