Irmak Schools

The school’s philosophy is rooted in the IB learner profile, fostering critical thinking, creativity, leadership, and a strong sense of responsibility. Inspired by Atatürk’s principles, the school integrates Turkish national values with a global perspective, aiming to raise conscientious individuals who act with responsibility toward the world and contribute to a sustainable future. The school emphasizes the development of 21st-century skills, including analytical thinking and the ability to produce creative solutions.

Irmak Schools is an IB Continuum School, offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) for grades 5–7, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for grades 11–12. The curriculum is designed to be broad, balanced, and conceptual, emphasizing connections between academic disciplines. The school also integrates innovative technologies and artificial intelligence into its educational processes to enhance 21st-century skill development.

Irmak Schools has a strong track record of university placement, with 68% of high school graduates enrolling in international universities and 32% in domestic institutions. Graduates are prepared as lifelong learners with ethical values and the skills to contribute to their local and global communities. The school is a member of the Global Schools Program, aligning its educational outcomes with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.

The school maintains dedicated guidance departments for the kindergarten, primary, middle, and high school levels to support student development. These departments work alongside academic coordinators to ensure students reach their highest potential.

Admission to Irmak Schools is based on student quotas per age group and the results of individual meetings. For middle school, applicants must also complete the Irmak Placement Test and an English Assessment Exam. High school entry for the preparatory and 9th grades is determined by scores from the national LGS exam, while 10th and 11th-grade applicants undergo the school's internal placement and English assessment tests.

The school operates on an annual academic calendar, with specific dates and events managed through the school's administrative systems. Families can access the current academic calendar via the school's official website.

The campus spans 15,250 square meters and includes 52 classrooms. The school provides specialized learning environments, including libraries and dedicated spaces for robotics and technology integration. The physical structure is designed to support a modern, innovative educational environment.

The school offers a robust robotics program, with teams such as River Robotics and Phobos participating in national and international competitions like FRC and Vex Robotics. Students engage in social responsibility projects, including annual participation in the Istanbul Marathon and Arduino training for local community centers. Additionally, the school supports sports teams, such as the Girls' A Volleyball team, and maintains a long-standing partnership with Cranbrook Schools in the USA for student and teacher exchange programs.