GRADES 1-5 (Ages 6-10)

Holistic learning is vital because it nurtures the whole child, integrating cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development. It fosters well-rounded individuals who are equipped to navigate challenges, collaborate effectively, and thrive in diverse environments. We also believe in personalized learning, which tailors education to each student’s unique needs, strengths, and interests, ensuring they receive the support and opportunities needed to reach their full potential.

MEANINGFUL RELATIONSHIPS

Learning with friends enhances social development, fosters collaboration, and creates a supportive learning environment experiencing different perspectives, and promoting interpersonal skills.

LEARNING WITH FRIENDS

We are committed to collaborating closely with families through mutual trust, open communication, and shared responsibility in supporting each child’s growth and development.

OUR FAMILY PARTNERSHIP

We prioritize nurturing each student’s well-being and creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every student feels valued, understood, and empowered to succeed.

CARING EDUCATORS

We emphasize learning, celebrating, and sharing our local and global communities to foster empathy, respect, and a sense of global citizenship. We value mother tongue and multilingualism, incorporating programs and resources that expand language and cultural understanding. Through these efforts, students learn about and appreciate different cultures, enhancing their local, and global perspectives.

LOCAL & GLOBAL COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS (INTERNATIONAL MINDEDNESS)

Authentic transdisciplinary learning empowers students to actively explore, question, and discover knowledge in meaningful ways across different subjects. We believe in this approach because it cultivates critical thinking, curiosity, and a deeper understanding of the world through connections between diverse fields of study. Our units of inquiry intentionally integrate cross-curricular aspects of social studies, mathematics, language arts, physical education, languages and culture, design, technology, and the performing and visual arts to help students grasp big concepts authentically. Students showcase and celebrate their learning through projects, assemblies, expositions, and classroom learning celebrations.

AUTHENTIC, TRANSDISCIPLINARY, INQUIRY-BASED LEARNING

A SAFE ENVIRONMENT

We have two campuses that provide a safe, and caring environment to promote learning and well-being. These campuses reflect our commitment to sustainability and offer students a healthy and inspiring atmosphere. Our Hisar campus is dedicated to students ages 3 to 8, and our Marmara main campus serves our students ages 3 to 18.

The smaller Hisar Campus (Early Years – Grade 3) is part of the school’s original grounds from its inception in 1911.

HISAR CAMPUS

The main, purpose-built Marmara campus (Early Years – Grade 12) is 25 miles west of the city center amid rolling hills, overlooking a large lake.

MARMARA CAMPUS

BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

We offer numerous learning experiences beyond the classroom, including after-school athletics and activities, student-led clubs, PTA events, field trips, overnight camps, and cultural expeditions. These opportunities enrich our students’ education, fostering personal growth, teamwork, and a deeper connection to the community and the world.

GRADE 4 - SPACE CAMP

GRADE 5 - EPHESUS TRIP

ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES

CLUBS

We use the PYP (Primary Years Program) framework because it promotes inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and a global perspective. It aligns with our commitment to educational excellence and helps create a dynamic and engaging learning environment.

We are accredited by NEASC & CIS and follow their rigorous standards to ensure educational excellence, maintain high-quality programs, and promote continuous improvement. This commitment provides assurance to families that our school meets high quality benchmarks, fostering a superior learning environment for our students.

Admissions

Moving to a new school and a new country is a major change. Our Director of Admissions at Istanbul International Community School, Zeliha Öztürk, is happy to answer your questions about IICS, about living in Istanbul, relocation, or any of your schooling concerns. Email: admissions@iics.k12.tr

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