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How the Turkish school system works, what the IB Diploma Programme offers, the questions to ask a school, and the IB Diploma Programme at TED Üsküdar College on the Asian side.\ndate: '2026-10-04'\nupdated: '2026-10-04'\ncategory: IB and International Programmes\nimage: \u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F01\u002F0E9A0004-min.jpg\nalternates:\n  tr: \u002Fblog\u002Fistanbulda-ib-okulu-secimi-tasinan-aileler-icin\u002F\n  en: \u002Fen\u002Fblog\u002Fchoosing-an-ib-school-in-istanbul\u002F\n  ru: \u002Fru\u002Fblog\u002Fkak-vybrat-shkolu-ib-v-stambule\u002F\nfaq:\n  - q: Can international students attend a Turkish private school in Istanbul?\n    a: Yes. Turkish private schools accept international students. The admission process usually includes an interview and, for older students, a placement or entrance assessment. Contact the school directly for documents required for foreign nationals.\n  - q: Is the IB Diploma recognised by universities?\n    a: The IB Diploma is recognised by universities in many countries and is widely used for applications abroad. Admission to universities in Türkiye is through the national exam (YKS), so students who may study in Türkiye should also prepare for it.\n  - q: Which IB programme does TED Üsküdar College offer?\n    a: TED Üsküdar College offers the IB Diploma Programme in grades 11 and 12. It has been an IB World School since 2025, and the programme is taught and assessed in English.\n  - q: Where is TED Üsküdar College?\n    a: In Çengelköy, Üsküdar, on the Asian side of Istanbul, overlooking the Bosphorus. Address — Çengelköy Mah. Engin Cd. No:29, 34680 Üsküdar, Istanbul.\nsources:\n  - title: International Baccalaureate — Diploma Programme\n    url: https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ibo.org\u002Fprogrammes\u002Fdiploma-programme\u002F\n  - title: TED Üsküdar College at a Glance\n    url: \u002Fen\u002Fted-uskudar-college-at-a-glance\u002F\n---\n\nFamilies relocating to Istanbul often look for a school where their children can continue an international curriculum. The **IB Diploma Programme (IB DP)** is one of the most widely recognised options. This guide covers the basics:\n- how the Turkish school system is structured,\n- what the IB Diploma involves,\n- what to ask when you visit a school,\n- and how the programme works at TED Üsküdar College on the Asian side.\n\n## How the Turkish school system works\n\nSchooling in Türkiye follows a 4+4+4 structure:\n- **primary** (grades 1-4)\n- **middle school** (grades 5-8)\n- **high school** (grades 9-12)\n\nMany private high schools also have a **preparatory English year** before grade 9.\n\nPrivate schools follow the national curriculum of the Ministry of National Education (MEB), often with intensive English and additional international programmes. Students who complete high school receive the Turkish national diploma. University admission in Türkiye is through the national exam, **YKS**.\n\n## What is the IB Diploma Programme?\n\nThe IB Diploma Programme is a two-year programme for students aged 16-19. In Türkiye it usually runs in grades 11 and 12, alongside the national curriculum.\n\nStudents take:\n- **six subjects:** one from each of five subject groups, plus an arts subject or a second subject from another group. Three are taken at higher level (HL, 240 hours) and the rest at standard level (SL, 150 hours).\n- **three core components:**\n  - the **Extended Essay** (EE)\n  - **Theory of Knowledge** (TOK)\n  - **Creativity, Activity, Service** (CAS)\n\nEach subject is graded 1-7 and up to three extra points come from TOK and the EE. The maximum score is **45**; a minimum of 24, together with the other requirements, is needed for the diploma.\n\n## Questions to ask when visiting an IB school\n\n1. **Is the school an authorised IB World School?** Check the IB's official [find an IB school](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ibo.org\u002Fprogrammes\u002Ffind-an-ib-school\u002F) directory.\n2. **What is the language of instruction and assessment?**\n3. **How are students prepared before grade 11?** For example, is there a preparatory English year? Are science and maths taught in English?\n4. **How large are the classes?**\n5. **What university counselling is available,** for applications abroad and for YKS?\n6. **What activities support CAS?** For example, clubs, sports, arts and community service.\n7. **How do new students settle in?** Ask about orientation and guidance support for students joining from abroad.\n\n## The IB Diploma Programme at TED Üsküdar College\n\nTED Üsküdar College belongs to the Turkish Education Association (TED), founded in 1928. It has been an **IB World School offering the Diploma Programme since 2025**.\n\n| Question | TED Üsküdar College |\n|---|---|\n| IB status | IB World School, Diploma Programme (since 2025) |\n| Grades | 11 and 12; May examination session |\n| Language | Taught and assessed in English |\n| Preparation | Preparatory year with 21 hours of English per week; science and maths in English from grade 9 |\n| Class size | Maximum 24 students in high school |\n| Diplomas | Turkish national diploma + IB Diploma |\n| University counselling | Overseas Education Counselling Office (YEDO) for the US, UK, Canada, Europe and Asia; SAT, ACT, TOEFL and IELTS preparation |\n| Activities | MUN, European Youth Parliament, theatre, orchestra, dance and sports clubs; indoor swimming pool; indoor basketball and volleyball courts |\n| Location | Çengelköy, Üsküdar — Asian side, overlooking the Bosphorus |\n\nProgramme details are on our [IB Diploma Programme](\u002Fen\u002Finternational-baccalaureate-diploma-programme\u002F) page. 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