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Beyoğlu district, Istanbul, on Çukurluçeşme Sokak No: 7, Parmakkapı, near Taksim Square and Istiklal Street on the European side.
One year of preparatory classes, followed by four years of lycée (high school).
Private bilingual French-speaking high school (lycée).
France (French international school in Turkey; collaborates with the French government and follows Turkish Ministry of National Education).
Catholic
Uniforms are sold online through Okul Sepeti; Natura provides the school uniforms. The 2024-2025 uniform sale opened on August 20, 2024.
Monthly meal menus are prepared by Belgo Gida and published for families. Meals are prepared daily and include soup, grilled red or white meat, vegetable or meat stews, salads, desserts and fruit. The canteen also offers hot and cold sandwiches, croissants, fruit juices and yogurt; payments are made with an electronic smart-card system.
The Guidance and Psychological Counseling Service monitors students' social development for both students and staff and conducts annual activities to support individual and group development and well-being. From the preparatory class through 12th grade and beyond graduation, it uses a cohesive approach to develop life skills. Nine core themes guide activities at all levels, designed around observed student needs. Graduates acquire core competencies in adaptation, relationships, psychological knowledge and skills, resilience, decision making, coping with crises, healthy living, and career orientation. The service provides individual meetings, an orientation program for new students, study-skills guidance (time management, learning styles, anxiety management, concentration), career guidance, and domestic and international university admissions consultations.
Education is delivered in three languages: French, Turkish, and English. The prep class provides intensive French instruction, with a weekly timetable of 28 hours in French (including science and French), 4 hours in Turkish, 4 hours in English, 2 hours of physical education, and 1 hour of guidance. After the prep year, students who pass French and Turkish advance to 9th grade. In the four-year high school program, Turkish-taught subjects include Turkish Language and Literature, Geography, History, Philosophy, Sociology, Psychology, Civics and Ethics, and Physical Education; French-taught subjects include French, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Informatics, Art and Art History. From 9th grade onward, students are guided toward academic tracks: Science, Turkish-Math, or Social Sciences. Students have the opportunity to earn international certificates during bilingual education: DELF and DALF for French, and IELTS for English. Model United Nations activities support language development in French and English.
Mental wellbeing is supported through educational guidance targeting cognitive, social, and emotional development, including study methods, time management, learning styles, anxiety coping, concentration, and personal/social growth. The service provides individual counseling, school guidance program implementation, orientation for new students, and group activities to promote well-being. It also offers higher-education counseling, career guidance, and information seminars for students and parents to reduce stress around academic planning.
Violence prevention is included as part of the guidance program, delivered through informative conferences and classroom activities to raise awareness of different forms of violence and to develop coping strategies when faced with such situations. All counseling services operate in an environment where confidentiality principles are prioritized.
Admissions: Each year, all students from Turkey's middle schools take a selective entrance examination, and admission to Sainte Pulchérie French High School depends on the scores obtained. The scores required for admission are among the top marks of Istanbul high schools.
Scholarships: For the 2025/2026 school year, free education and scholarships are offered under the Ministry of National Education's regulations for private institutions. The application window runs from June 10, 2025 to June 16, 2025; applications submitted after the deadline are not accepted. To apply, parents must fill the Ek-7 form and deliver the required documents to the accounting department in person after scheduling an appointment with Solin Hanım. Incomplete applications will not be accepted, and all information on the Ek-7 form must be evidenced by documents. The Ek-7 form and the required documents are available at the bottom of the page. Applications are reevaluated each year, and students who previously received scholarships or free education must have their files updated. The regulation requires students to have no disciplinary penalties or grade repetition. If false statements are discovered, the student must pay the waived fees with interest; if false statements lead to an incorrect decision, the institution, the parents, the student, and their guarantors will be reported to the public prosecutor. Official procedures will be carried out, and the relevant authorities will be informed. Necessary documents include those listed as Gerekli Belgeler, Ek-7 Formu, and KVKK Belgesi.
Vakıf Sokak No:1 Bağlarbaşı, 34664 Üsküdar, Istanbul, Turkey. The campus is in the Bağlarbaşı neighborhood of the Üsküdar district on Istanbul's Asian side. The contact address is published as Vakıf Sokak No:1 Bağlarbaşı 34664 Üsküdar/İstanbul.
Prep to 12th Grade; a 5-year high school education with Prep year compulsory.
High school (private); there are no boarding facilities on-site.
85% local; 15% from outside Istanbul.
Psychological counseling and guidance service is provided.
Affiliated American schools; Üsküdar American Academy was founded in 1876 as part of American education in Turkey; today it is governed by the Health and Education Foundation (SEV) and is described as an affiliated American school alongside other SEV American schools in Istanbul, Izmir and Tarsus.
School schedule: Monday 08:00–15:55; Tuesday–Thursday 08:00–15:05 with clubs 15:05–16:20; Friday 08:00–15:00 with clubs 15:25–16:20.
No boarding facilities.
The colors allowed are Black, Gray, Dark Blue, White, Dark Green, Burgundy, and Brown. These colors form the preferred options; clothing in similar shades is acceptable. Previously purchased UAA T-shirts and sweatshirts may be worn, but new clothing should match the color codes. Female students may wear skorts. Shorts, capri pants, leggings, and any legging-style garments are strictly prohibited on campus.
The Health and Education Foundation (SEV) oversees Üsküdar American Academy; SEV was established by alumni of Üsküdar American Academy, American Collegiate Institute, Tarsus American College, and Talas American College. SEV is administered by a board of trustees and a board of directors. Üsküdar American Academy is affiliated with SEV.
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). UAA began the IBDP in 2014–15 and the first IB class graduated in 2017. Students study six subjects, one from each of the six groups, with Higher Level (HL) and Standard Level (SL) options, and complete the core requirements: Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). All students may apply for a place on the IBDP, though places are limited, and the IBDP runs from Grade 10 to Grade 12. In Grades 11–12, other students may follow the Turkish diploma path with options for Honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses; all science and mathematics courses are taught in English; a second language option includes German or French.
There are 895 students and 132 teaching staff, giving about 6.8 students per teacher. Prep classes average 20 students and Grades 9–12 average 24 students per class.
100% of graduates attend four-year universities. Approximately 50% pursue overseas universities (primarily in America, Canada, the UK, and Europe). In 2022–2023, 65% of graduates attended university abroad.
Honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses are offered; the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is available for qualified students. All advanced courses offered (AP and Honors) are described as rigorous, and CALP (Community Action Learning Program) supports sustained community-service projects.
Guidance and Psychological Counseling Department aims for a healthy transition from childhood to adulthood. It supports the development of social skills, and covers adolescence characteristics, motivation, leadership, friendship, communication skills, and learning and study skills. The department works with Turkish and foreign university counselling departments to support preparation for university entrance. Sexual Health Education is provided in cooperation with the TAP Foundation.
All classes are taught in English, except Turkish Language and Literature and Social Sciences. In the Preparatory Year, students develop strong language and grammar skills and build a language base that underpins their high school study. Beyond reading and writing, students develop English speaking and listening skills through classroom group discussions, peer feedback, group projects, and presentations.
Guidance and Psychological Counseling Department aims for a healthy transition and supports social skills development, motivation, leadership, friendship, and communication. The department coordinates university entrance preparation with Turkish and foreign university counselling. Sexual Health Education is provided in cooperation with TAP Foundation.
Adheres to international child protection standards.
1. Admission criteria and Prep Year. A minimum acceptance score for 2025-2026 is 480 for male students and 476 for female students, with average scores around 484.3 for males and 483.7 for females. The Prep Year is mandatory to prepare students for the four-year high school program and includes intensive English, a second foreign language, Turkish, Science, Math, Visual Arts, Physical Education, Music, Information Technologies, and Guidance. 2. Campus visits and intake status. Visits for 8th grade students will be announced; individual visits are not possible. Campus Days were held in May and June, with five sessions in total. For the 2025-2026 academic year, the Prep Year intake is full. 3. Enrollment Guide and pre-registration. Detailed information is provided in the Enrollment Guide published during the registration period. Pre-registration requires clicking the active link on the website and entering the student's national ID number, date of birth, and phone number on the dates specified in the Enrollment Guide. The enrollment process is described in the Enrollment Guide; gender quotas will be announced there. 4. Registration authorization and documents. If the registration is to be performed by someone other than the parent, a notarized letter of attorney is required. In cases of divorce, only the parent with legal custody can proceed, and the custody or letter of attorney must be presented during enrollment. Multiple people can be listed in one letter of attorney; only the original document is accepted. 5. Enrollment completion and post-registration details. After registration, the enrollment is completed via the e-school system; the new school completes enrollment by accessing the student. Details regarding uniforms, textbooks, meals, and transportation are provided in the enrollment completion document. 6. Fees and payment. Details on tuition, payment methods, and payment schedules are provided in the Enrollment Guide published during the registration period. Details on uniforms, textbooks, meals, and transportation are provided in the enrollment completion document after registration. Families should review the Enrollment Guide for any additional fees or charges. 7. Scholarships and financial aid. Financial Aid Scholarships are provided based on SEV's Scholarship Regulations and are awarded for one academic year. Scholarships range from 10% to 100% and require annual reapplication. Continuation of a scholarship depends on academic progress and the absence of disciplinary records. Scholarships are also available for students admitted to or currently enrolled at UAA who actively engage in sports, arts, and science. 8. Language of instruction and programs. All courses, except Turkish culture and applied subjects, are taught in English. German and French are offered as second foreign languages, with language proficiency exams supported. The IB Diploma Programme is offered; UAA has been an IB World School since 2014. The school has 121 teachers in 2025–2026, with 22% international, and a focus on preparing students as globally-minded problem-solvers.
Financial Aid Scholarships are provided based on SEV's Scholarship Regulations and are awarded for one academic year; scholarships range from 10% to 100% and require annual reapplication; continuation depends on academic progression and absence of disciplinary records. Scholarships are available for students admitted to or currently enrolled at UAA who actively engage in sports, arts, and science.
Beyoğlu, Istanbul, Turkey. Tomtom Kaptan Sokak No. 3, 34433 Beyoğlu, Istanbul, Turkey.
Scuola Secondaria di Primo Grado (middle school) and Liceo Scientifico Statale I.M.I. Istanbul. The Liceo has two study tracks: Scientific and Turkish-Mathematical, and is preceded by a preparatory year called 'Classe preparatoria' to learn Italian. The curriculum emphasizes Italian, Turkish, and English language learning.
Private Italian lyceum (Özel İtalyan Lisesi) in Beyoğlu, Istanbul.
The school promotes inclusive education and provides pathways to support students with learning difficulties, social disadvantage, and disabilities.
Italy
For Scuola Media, the day runs 08:00 to 14:00 with six lessons (1st 08:00–09:00, 2nd 09:00–10:00, 3rd 10:00–10:50) and a pause, then 4th 11:10–12:00, 5th 12:00–13:00, 6th 13:00–14:00. There is a midday pause between 10:50 and 11:10.
Mensa is available on site as a self-service cafeteria. The meals are self-service and the cost is borne by the families.
The school is Liceo Italiano IMI. Governance is led by Dirigente Scolastico Prof. Giuseppe Finocchiaro, Preside Prof. Özgür Doğu, and Vicepreside Prof.ssa Nida İntiba; the General and Administrative Director is Giovanni Ubaldo Rosa. The Organigramma lists class coordinators for 2025/2026 and department coordinators, reflecting the school's formal leadership and organizational structure.
The IMI Istanbul offers a combined Scuola Media and Liceo Scientifico programme. It adopts a curriculum and timetable approximately aligned with the Indicazioni Nazionali for Italian scientific lyceums abroad, and can confer the Italian diploma to Italians and Turkish students who meet the curriculum. For Italians, the curriculum is four years, and the first year is equivalent to the first two years of Italian lyceums. In the second biennium, students can choose the so‑called Turco‑Matematico option, which differs from the Scientific track by seven weekly hours and prioritises the humanities and social sciences over the scientific domain. For Turkish students, two‑thirds of these lessons are in Italian and one‑third in Turkish; when Italian students share classes with Turkish peers taught in Turkish, they may have English (conversation) or advanced study in certain subjects (Italian and mathematics, Earth sciences). The curriculum includes CLIL and ICT components, and the school emphasises inclusive practices and the certification of competencies throughout the learner's journey.
To obtain the Italian diploma, admission to the next grade is governed by both Turkish and Italian assessment systems. The Italian assessment uses decimal marks, with six as passing; a conversion table translates Turkish marks to Italian standards. The Esame di Stato for the Liceo Scientifico in 2022 begins on June 22 with an Italian written paper, followed on June 23 by a mathematics written paper and then oral examinations; the Italian written component can award up to 15 points, the second written up to 10, the oral up to 25, and up to 50 points can be earned for credits. A national standard table provides the Turkish‑to‑Italian score conversion. The document also outlines the 2022 State Exam structure and scoring, including the national and local components and the requirement to combine results to determine the diploma. The State Diploma framework and conversion rules are described in the same section.
The plan foregrounds ongoing university and career orientation, including pupil participation in university and professional orientation activities, conferences, and meetings with experts. It notes that candidates often pursue higher education in Italy, with examples of Italian universities considered by families, including Bocconi, Politecnico di Milano, and the Scuola Normale Superiore di Pisa, reflecting the school's Italian‑linked pathway. The natural continuation after completing the Liceo is to pursue higher education in Italian universities, with additional pathways outlined for cross‑border study and recognition within the Italian system.
The Psychological Counseling and Guidance Service operates within the institute, providing counseling and diagnosis on topics related to learning, developmental psychology, relationships among teachers, students and parents, and university orientation. The service is coordinated by a psychologist and a guidance counselor. Initiatives include a Listening Center offering private sessions for students, parents, and teachers to discuss emotional, relational, or learning concerns; class formation and training; the creation of an educational network with staff and families; development of individualized learning plans in collaboration with families; collaboration with class councils; university orientation; class meetings; facilitation of communication among professionals; and meetings with parents.
The service provides diagnosis on learning and development topics and creates individualized plans to adapt learning processes to the student's characteristics and difficulties, in collaboration with the family. It collaborates with class councils to analyze cases and supports continuity of education across grade levels.
The school is a reference point for Italian, Turkish and English languages.
Mental wellbeing is supported by the psychological counseling service, which offers individual and group support and coordinates with families and teachers to address emotional and developmental needs.
1. Deadline for enrollment: February 27, 2026 at 12:00. The notice to families specifies the closing date for applications to the first year of middle school and the first year of high school. 2. Where to obtain forms: Enrollment forms are available on www.liceoitaliano.net. The forms are to be completed as part of the admissions process. 3. 4. Automatic enrollment for current students: For students already attending, enrollment is processed automatically by the office, unless a transfer and Nulla Osta request are made. 5. Documentation required: The enrollment documents include the enrollment form and attachments; copies of the passport or identity documents for both parents and the student; copies of the tax code for both parents and the student; the Turkish residence permit; the form indicating the choice to avvalersi or non avvalersi of Catholic religious instruction; any request for the aptitude exam for entry to the first class or to subsequent classes; vaccination certificate; Nulla Osta for students coming from other schools; and a printout from E-Devlet showing non-registration in the E-Okul system (only for middle school admissions). 6. Nulla Osta for cross-school enrollment: Students transferring from other schools who have completed online enrollment at an Italian school must request the Nulla Osta from the head of the chosen institution; the release of the Nulla Osta is a condition for enrollment acceptance. 7. Voluntary contribution: For enrollment of Italian students in the first year and in subsequent years, a voluntary contribution of €300 is requested to fund extracurricular activities and technology subsidies. 8. Payment details: The payment must be made to the euro-denominated account with the following details: Account name Milli Eğitim Bakanlığı Özel İtalyan Lisesi; Bank Yapı Kredi Bankası; Branch 495-GALATASARAY SUBESI; IBAN TR78000670100000085933807 (account denominated in EURO). 9. Catholic religious instruction option: The form indicating the choice to avvalersi/non avvalersi of Catholic religious instruction is to be signed by the student and the parents; the chosen option applies for the entire school year. 10. Waiting lists and data handling: If class capacity is saturated, data may be transferred to the second or third preferred school, and waiting lists may be used to fill vacancies.
Exemptions and scholarships are regulated by Turkish law and awarded by an internal commission (3% of the total enrolled). Additional scholarships are provided by the school's sponsors.
Waitlists may be used to fill vacancies when classes are full. If admission cannot be offered immediately, the school may use waiting lists and may transfer enrollment data to second or third preferred institutions to facilitate placement.
The Lycée Français Pierre Loti d'Istanbul operates on two campuses in Istanbul: the Beyoğlu site for Nursery and Primary, and the Tarabya site for Middle and High School. The Beyoğlu campus is located in the central Beyoğlu district, while the Tarabya campus is situated a few kilometres away with views of the Bosphorus. A school bus serves both sites to provide daily transport between them. The school is part of AEFE, the network of French education abroad.
Beyoğlu hosts nursery and primary classes (CP, CE1, CE2, CM1); Tarabya hosts CM2 through Lycée (middle and high school).
Private international school following the French national curriculum; accredited by the French Ministry of Education and part of the AEFE network.
Affiliated with the AEFE network (Agency for French Education Abroad).
A school bus is available to transport students between Beyoğlu and Tarabya.
Catering is provided by Sardunya Catering. The school operates catering for two sites, Beyoğlu and Tarabya, with published menus for each site. For the second semester, catering payments are handled via the dedicated portals, and contact emails are provided for catering coordination.
The Lycée Français Pierre Loti is a private secondary school accredited by the French Ministry of Education and is part of the AEFE network. It operates on two sites: Beyoğlu (nursery and primary) and Tarabya (secondary). It has multiple governing bodies including the School Council, the School-College Council, the Establishment Council, the Teaching Council, the Management Committee, the Health and Safety Council, and the HR Committee.
Multilingual education is central, with French as the language of instruction and communication. Turkish is taught from preschool onward, and English is introduced as a foreign language, with additional languages such as German or Spanish offered. The curriculum strengthens students' written and oral French, expands foreign language courses (PARLE), and supports an English-language pathway in the sixth form. A French International Baccalaureate (BFI) may be opened as a flagship language programme. The school operates across Preschool, Primary, Middle School, and High School, culminating in a general baccalaureate designed to prepare students for higher education in France and abroad.
The general secondary school leads to university studies and, where applicable, to preparatory classes for grandes écoles or other specialized programs. The baccalaureate pathway is designed to prepare students for higher education in France and in other countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom. The program emphasizes international opportunities and pathways beyond France.
1. Create a parent EDUKA account by following these steps: click the Create an account – Eduka Suite link, fill in the requested information, and click 'Validate the creation of the account'. You will receive an activation email at the address you provided; follow the instructions to activate your EDUKA account. Finally, sign in with the email and the password you defined to access EDUKA. 2. Pre-register a new child for 2026/2027: open the 'INSCRIPTION / REINSCRIPTION / DEPART' tab and click 'CREER UN DOSSIER POUR UN NOUVEL ELEVE POUR 2026/2027'. Enter all mandatory fields and ensure the child's age corresponds to the level (for example, PS; MS; GS). Examples: PS corresponds to births 01/01/2023–31/12/2023; MS corresponds to births 01/01/2022–31/12/2022; GS corresponds to births 01/01/2021–31/12/20214. 3. Complete all required information: fields with a red border are mandatory. For the child, upload a biometric photo and list all given names in the same order as the family record. Enter nationalities in the priority order (e.g., 1) French; 2) other nationality). For guardians, reflect the true family situation (for example, indicate 'divorced' if applicable). If separated or divorced, provide the custody judgment or a letter of authorization for enrollment by the other parent. 4. In the 'Justificatifs' tab, upload the required documents for the child, the guardians, and the family. Then download, sign, and upload the documents listed under 'RÈGLEMENTS ET AUTORISATIONS' into the 'Justificatifs' section. 5. When all sections turn green, finalize by clicking 'envoyer le dossier d'inscription' to send the registration. A confirmation email will be sent to the address provided, confirming that the registration request has been submitted. If you have multiple children to pre-register, repeat the same operation for each child by using the 'INSCRIPTION / REINSCRIPTION / DEPART' tab. 6. You should receive replies as quickly as possible. 7. Campaign dates: the pre-inscription campaign runs from 20 February 2026 to 1 May 2026; this page is for new families who do not have a child enrolled at Lycée Français Pierre Loti. 8. The process described is conducted online and does not by itself constitute enrollment confirmation; the school will provide further instructions if additional steps are required during the campaign.
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