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Safir International School

Turkey, Istanbul

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Arabic
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 2500
Type Co-educational
Opened 2015
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Islamic Curriculum, Chinese National Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, English, Turkish
Typical class size 13
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Safir International School delivers international education for ages 2 to 18 in Istanbul's Bağcılar district. The school combines American, Islamic, and Chinese National curricula, with English as the language of instruction. The campus spans 14,500 square meters, six floors plus three underground levels, and operates from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Arabic and Islamic Studies program teaches Arabic language and Islamic concepts, with a values-based focus assessed for improvement. In middle school, students study subject-specific science, continue advanced mathematics, and follow a pre-AP pathway to high school readiness. The high school program prepares students to master the SAT, ACT, and AP examinations. Safir emphasises bilingual learning and inclusive access to Islamic subjects in English for non-native Arabic speakers, while native Arabic speakers keep instruction in Arabic. The Safir wellbeing program comprises eight initiatives supporting physical, personal, social, emotional, and cognitive development. Extracurriculars include TEDXSafir, Model United Nations, Robot Zone Technology Olympiad.

Bağlar, Şht. Hasan Uzun Sk. No:3, 34209 Bağcılar/İstanbul, Türkiye

The Essentials

Safir International School has 2,500 pupils, typical class sizes of 13, instruction in English, Arabic.

Location
Bağcılar district, Istanbul, Turkey.

Stages
Kindergarten through High School.

Type
International school

Pupil Nationality Mix
More than 2,500 students from around 45 countries.

Religious affiliation
Islamic

School day structure
School day runs from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school was founded in 2015 by a group of experienced educational specialists and operates a multi-branch network in Istanbul with five branches and more than 2,500 students from about 45 countries.
Academics

Safir International School teaches American Curriculum, Islamic Curriculum, Chinese National Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
The school's curriculum combines aspects of two core academic traditions. An Islamic and Arabic curriculum is offered, teaching Arabic language and Islamic concepts. The Arabic and Islamic Studies program emphasizes morals and values assessed for improvement. In middle school, students focus on subject-specific science, continued advanced mathematics, and a pre-AP pathway to prepare for high school. The high school program prepares students to master the SAT, ACT, and AP examinations.

Exam Results
The school prepares students to master the SAT, ACT, and AP examinations.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school campus covers about 14,500 m2. The building includes six floors and three underground floors. The campus is located in Istanbul, Bağcılar, Turkey. The school operates from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. The language of instruction is English.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities include TEDXSafir, Model United Nations (MUN), and the Robot Zone Technology Olympiad.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school uses a bilingual learning environment that aligns with two core academic traditions. The curriculum combines aspects of these traditions to support student learning and development while prioritizing well-being. English is the language of instruction.

Cultural & Language
The school offers ASL lessons for students who have not learned Arabic and provides Islamic subjects in English to meet non-native Arabic speakers, while native Arabic speakers study Islamic subjects in Arabic.

Social & Hobbies
The school offers eight programs that support physical, personal, social, emotional, and cognitive well-being. They help students build creativity, problem-solving, communication, and an appreciation for diversity within a caring community.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Safir program focuses on the physical, personal, social, emotional, and cognitive well-being of children, enabling them to build, create, problem-solve, communicate, learn diversity, build self-esteem, and be part of a loving community through eight programs.
Admissions

Admissions
It is located in Istanbul, Bağcılar, Turkey. Office hours are 8:00am–4:00pm. The school was founded in 2015 by a group of experienced educational specialists who are academically and scientifically qualified.

Scholarships
The school has a college counsellor company affiliated with the school that helps with scholarship applications and university discounts.
School Events
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