Bosphorus British College

Bosphorus British College is a distinguished private school located in the leafy Sariyer district on Istanbul's European shore, an area long favoured by the diplomatic and expatriate community for its proximity to consulates, international residences, and the forested hills along the upper Bosphorus. The school delivers the English National Curriculum from Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) through to IGCSE and A-Levels, preparing students aged 4 to 18 for entry to top universities in the United Kingdom and worldwide. The teaching faculty is predominantly UK-qualified, recruited from leading British schools, and supported by specialist Turkish language instructors who ensure compliance with Ministry of National Education (MEB) requirements. The school follows MEB-mandated Turkish language and culture hours, integrating them smoothly into the British curriculum timetable so that students develop genuine bilingual competence. The Sariyer campus is set within mature gardens overlooking the Bosphorus, offering a calm and green learning environment rare in a city of 16 million. Facilities include modern science laboratories for biology, chemistry, and physics, a purpose-built drama studio and music suite, a well-stocked library with both English and Turkish collections, and specialist rooms for art and design technology. Sports amenities comprise an indoor sports hall, outdoor multi-use games area, and tennis courts. A dedicated Early Years wing features age-appropriate play spaces and a secure outdoor garden. Bosphorus British College holds accreditation from the Council of British International Schools (COBIS) and has been inspected under the British Schools Overseas (BSO) framework, confirming alignment with UK educational standards. The school also meets all Turkish regulatory requirements as a registered private institution. Pastoral care is central to the school's ethos, operating through a traditional house system, dedicated form tutors, and an on-site counselor. Extracurricular activities include Duke of Edinburgh International Award, debating, competitive rowing on the Bosphorus, basketball, and regular drama productions. The school also organizes cultural excursions across Istanbul and Anatolia, enriching students' understanding of Turkey's heritage. Annual tuition fees range from TRY 150,000 for Reception to TRY 380,000 for Sixth Form, placing the school in the mid-premium bracket of Istanbul's international education market. Early application is recommended, as several year groups maintain waiting lists.