Azerbaijan, Baku
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The Modern Educational Complex Named in Honour of Heydar Aliyev began its activities on September 1, 2001, with the participation of National Leader Heydar Aliyev. It remains committed to national heritage while applying international educational approaches and continually evolving as a school community. It is an active member of CIS – the Council of International Schools.
MTK offers Preschool, Primary, Middle School, and High School (Azerbaijani/Russian Stream and International Stream). The school life features regular news and events, including music education and Novruz celebrations, as well as student achievements. Upcoming events include International Women's Day on March 8, Ramadan and Nowruz on March 20, and Victory Day on May 9.
MTK International School in Baku serves Preschool through High School, ages 2 to 18, on the Modern Educational Complex Named in Honour of Heydar Aliyev campus. It offers an international Cambridge-based pathway alongside a bespoke curriculum, with EYFS, Cambridge Primary and Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, and Cambridge A Levels. Azerbaijani and Russian language streams run alongside an English-taught international stream. Most lessons are taught in English, with Azerbaijani language classes to support host-country and expatriate learners. The school blends Cambridge programmes with compulsory local subjects, including Azerbaijani Language, History, Geography, and Literature, and National Curriculum Mathematics. Graduates receive Attestat on completing Secondary, with IGCSE at Grade 10 and AS/A-levels at Grades 11-12. Facilities include a STEAM Center, a library, a Music School, catering, transport, and extensive extracurriculars. The campus offers after-school programmes, clubs, leadership and service projects, and Olympiads, with a video tour available for prospective families.