
Atasehir Gokkusagi Primary School
Part of Gokkusagi Schools, Founded 1997
Updated July 2026
Accreditations
Languages
Gökkuşağı Schools is a network of international educational institutions established in 1997 that provides a student-centered, internationally standard education from kindergarten to high school. With campuses across Turkey, the school aims to raise well-equipped, caring, and responsible global citizens through academically challenging programs.
Teaching approach
The school follows the "Living School" model, which aims to cultivate internationally conscious, inquiring, principled, and reflective individuals. It emphasizes Total Quality Management, where innovation, self-development, and continuous improvement are encouraged. The educational approach is student-centered, focusing on universal values, intercultural understanding, and the development of both national and global citizenship.
Programmes
The school offers a comprehensive international curriculum, including the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP). It is a Cambridge International School, providing the Cambridge continuum from primary through high school, including IGCSE and AS/A Levels. Additional offerings include dual foreign language education (English with Spanish or German), STEM and robotic coding, and SAT preparation.
Outcomes
Graduates of Gökkuşağı Schools are prepared for success at world universities, with many benefiting from the globally recognized IB Diploma Programme. Students achieve success in national and international competitions, including TUBITAK Mathematics Olympiads and various computer and project olympiads. The school has also received recognition such as the "Quality Team of the Year" award from the Ministry of Turkish National Education.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides guidance and psychological counseling services to support students' emotional, social, and academic well-being. These services are integrated into the educational model to promote personal development and ensure students can fully benefit from the school's quality education services. Additionally, the school employs problem-solving teams to address potential challenges through mutual evaluation.
Frequently asked questions(3)
- What curriculum does Atasehir Gokkusagi Primary School offer?
- Atasehir Gokkusagi Primary School offers IB PYP, IB Diploma, IGCSE, Cambridge A-Level, Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Lower Secondary.
- What accreditations does Atasehir Gokkusagi Primary School hold?
- Atasehir Gokkusagi Primary School holds accreditations including IB and Cambridge International.
- Where is Atasehir Gokkusagi Primary School located?
- Atasehir Gokkusagi Primary School is an international school in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Tuition & fees
This school publishes fees only on request — contact admissions for a current schedule.
Admissions
Gökkuşağı Schools accepts applications for students from kindergarten through high school. Interested families can submit an information request form via the school's website to receive details regarding enrollment, quotas, and fees, after which the school will contact them directly. The admissions process requires the submission of personal data, which is handled in accordance with relevant privacy laws.
Calendar
The school operates on an academic year basis, with specific dates and schedules managed through its internal systems. Families are encouraged to book appointments for campus tours and information sessions through the school's website. The school also maintains a newsletter to keep the community informed about the academic calendar, exam preparation processes, and various social and sporting events.
Facilities
About the campus
Campuses are equipped with modern learning environments, including science, physics, chemistry, biology, and IT laboratories. Facilities also feature swimming pools, indoor and outdoor sports halls, archery areas, ice skating rinks, and music and dance academies. Further amenities include libraries, amphitheaters, conference halls, art studios, and flexible classrooms designed to support a comprehensive educational experience.
Co-curriculars
The school offers the CAP (Creativity-Activity Program), which includes 43 branches ranging from sports to arts, language, and science. Students participate in activities such as drama, chess, archery, music, dance, and gymnastics. Additionally, the school facilitates social responsibility projects, community service, and the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award for students aged 14-24.

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