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Turkey, Istanbul
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Founded in 1856, Lycée Français Notre-Dame de Sion Istanbul is a private secondary school in Istanbul affiliated with the Turkish education system. It offers a high-level academic and cultural programme, and its FrancEducation-certified curriculum provides direct access to higher education in France. The Sisters of Notre Dame de Sion founded the school to educate girls from Ottoman minority communities; it has evolved into a secular, co-educational institution open to all. The school follows the Turkish national curriculum through bilingual education in French and Turkish, with Turkish language, literature and history taught in Turkish, and other social sciences and physical education taught in both languages. It is described as a diverse microcosm reflecting Türkiye's staff and pupils, with notable alumni in science, government, and arts.
NDS Istanbul emphasizes social service as an essential part of education. Students are encouraged to participate in charitable and social activities. Ongoing projects include contributing to the development of schools and villages in disadvantaged areas of Türkiye and assisting people with disabilities. The school seeks to foster harmony and a sense of community among staff and pupils in line with its diverse environment.
Notre Dame de Sion French High School in Istanbul is a private secondary school affiliated with the Turkish education system. Founded in 1856 by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Sion to educate girls from Ottoman minority communities, it has evolved into a secular, co-educational institution open to all. The school follows the Turkish national curriculum through bilingual education in French and Turkish. Turkish language, literature and history are taught in Turkish, while geography and philosophy are taught in Turkish; other social sciences and physical education are taught in both languages. The entire curriculum carries the FrancEducation label of excellence, and the FrancEducation-certified curriculum provides direct access to higher education in France. The school offers a high-level academic and cultural programme and is noted for its diverse microcosm reflecting Türkiye's staff and pupils, with notable alumni in science, government, and the arts. It welcomes international families seeking a French-linked path.
