

ALKEV Schools
Founded 2000
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
Accreditations
Languages
ALKEV Özel Okulları is a private international school in Istanbul offering a comprehensive education from kindergarten through high school with a strong emphasis on German language and culture. The school combines a deep-rooted educational tradition with modern, technology-integrated facilities to prepare students for a global future.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school is grounded in the 'German High School Tradition,' emphasizing academic excellence, scientific inquiry, and the development of 21st-century skills. It fosters a culture of lifelong learning, innovation, and social responsibility, encouraging students to become self-confident, globally-minded individuals.
Programmes
The academic program spans from kindergarten to high school, with a strong focus on German language instruction provided by native speakers. The high school curriculum includes the DSD (Deutsches Sprachdiplom) program, the IB (International Baccalaureate) Diploma Programme, and preparation for international Cambridge examinations. The primary and middle school levels integrate core subjects with specialized programs in thinking skills, technology, and foreign languages.
Outcomes
The school is an IB World School and a DSD (Deutsches Sprachdiplom) school, offering pathways for international recognition. Students consistently achieve success in national and international competitions, including robotics, debate championships, and sports, while graduates are supported by university preparation and international education counseling services.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides psychological counseling and guidance services across all grade levels to support students' personal and academic development. Specialized programs, such as the 'Second Step' program and the use of PASS theory, are implemented to enhance thinking skills and social-emotional learning.
Frequently asked questions(3)
- What curriculum does ALKEV Schools offer?
- ALKEV Schools offers IB Diploma.
- What accreditations does ALKEV Schools hold?
- ALKEV Schools holds accreditations including IB.
- Where is ALKEV Schools located?
- ALKEV Schools is an international school in Esenyurt, Türkiye.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
Admissions are managed for all levels, from kindergarten through high school. Prospective families can access information regarding enrollment procedures and school fees for the 2026-27 academic year through the school's dedicated admissions portal.
Calendar
The school maintains a structured calendar of events, including parent meetings, cultural festivals such as the 'ALKEV Schulfest', and various student-led initiatives like TEDx events and innovation days. Specific schedules for meetings and academic milestones are provided to families via the school's digital communication channels.
Facilities
About the campus
The 30-acre campus in Büyükçekmece features specialized educational buildings for kindergarten, primary, middle, and high school levels, all constructed according to German standards. Facilities include multiple indoor and outdoor sports areas, a 1,135-square-meter indoor sports hall with an 806-seat tribune, modern science and iMac laboratories, and various workshops for music, drama, ceramics, maker activities, and visual arts. The campus also houses the Beyhan Eczacıbaşı Library for primary students and the Bülent Eczacıbaşı Library for middle and high school students, alongside a 853-square-meter dining hall.
Co-curriculars
Students participate in a wide range of clubs and extracurricular activities, including the AG Robotik Team #6459, which competes in FRC robotics competitions, and various sports teams that have achieved national success in basketball. The school also hosts cultural events, student forums, and social responsibility projects, such as collaborations with the 'Çorbada Tuzun Olsun' foundation and coding education initiatives.

Dr. İsmet AksöyekKurucu Temsilcisi Genel MüdürDr. İsmet Aksöyek holds a degree in Business Administration and a PhD in Finance from Gazi University. He has extensive experience in higher education management, including roles at Istanbul Bilgi University and Zeynep Mutlu Education Foundation, and has served as the General Manager of ALKEV Özel Okulları since 2014, later being appointed as the Founder Representative in 2021.
S. Elif DurukanGenel Müdür YardımcısıS. Elif Durukan is a Physics graduate from Istanbul University with an MBA. She has served as a teacher, assistant principal, and principal at ALKEV, and as of December 2025, she serves as the Deputy General Manager, coordinating educational processes across all K12 levels.
Hazan KayaAnaokulu MüdürüHazan Kaya graduated from Gazi University's Department of Child Development and Education in 1996 and holds a master's degree in Educational Administration and Supervision. She has been with ALKEV since 2005 and has served as the Kindergarten Principal since 2017.
Batuhan Narİlkokul MüdürüBatuhan Nar graduated from Erzincan Binali Yıldırım University in 2012 and holds a master's degree in Classroom Teaching from Istanbul Aydın University. He has been with ALKEV since 2015 and has served as the Primary School Principal since 2023.
Tamar Uçar Özdemirİlkokul Müdür YardımcısıTamar Uçar Özdemir holds a degree in Philosophy from Istanbul University and a master's degree in Philosophy Group Teaching. She has been an assistant principal at ALKEV since 2016-2017 and has completed various professional development programs in institutional management.
Okan Yavuzİlkokul Müdür YardımcısıOkan Yavuz graduated from Sakarya University in 2007 and holds a master's degree in Educational Administration and Supervision from Yeditepe University. He has extensive experience in various private schools and has been an assistant principal at ALKEV.
Deniz BaşaranOrtaokul Müdür Yardımcısı ve Almanca KoordinatörüDeniz Başaran was born in Berlin and graduated from Istanbul University's German Language Teaching program in 2015. She has been with ALKEV since 2015 and has served as the Middle School Assistant Principal and German Coordinator since 2023.
IB Diploma