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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.
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
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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
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Reputation
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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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FAQs
What curriculum does BIS Schools follow?
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 su...
What age range does BIS Schools serve?
The school serves students from age 3 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
**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.
- E...
What type of school is BIS Schools?
BIS Schools is a co-educational school.
Where is BIS Schools located?
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),...
Does the school offer a 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.
Does the school provide learning support?
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 referr...
What languages are taught?
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 suppor...
How many students attend the school?
BIS Schools has approximately 750 students.
What is the admissions process?
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 acknowled...
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