School comparison
Antalya international schools — full comparison.
All fees are approximate annual figures in EUR for 2026. Exchange rate fluctuations affect TL-denominated fees. Verify directly with each school before applying.
| School | Curriculum | Ages | Annual fees | Language | District | Boarding |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TED Antalya College Oldest and most prestigious in Antalya. IB Diploma Programme in senior years. Well-established expat student community. | Turkish + IB Diploma | 4–18 | €3,500–6,000 | Turkish / English | Kepez / Central | ✓ |
Antalya International School (AIS) Primary English-language school. Cambridge curriculum throughout. Popular with British, German, and Russian families. | British (Cambridge IGCSE) | 3–18 | €5,000–9,500 | English | Lara | – |
Bahçeşehir College Antalya Part of the nationwide Bahçeşehir chain. Strong English programme. Good mix of Turkish and international students. | Turkish + Bilingual | 4–18 | €2,800–5,000 | Turkish / English | Muratpaşa | – |
Özel Serik Doğa Schools Budget-friendly option. Turkish curriculum with intensive English. Good choice for integration-focused families. | Turkish National + English | 4–14 | €1,800–3,200 | Turkish (strong English) | Serik / East Antalya | – |
Sage International School Antalya Full IB continuum school. Small class sizes. Strong pastoral care. Growing expat community in western Antalya. | IB PYP / MYP | 3–16 | €6,500–10,000 | English | Konyaaltı | – |
Işık Schools Antalya Known for academic results. Good for families planning longer-term Turkey integration. Strong university placement record. | Turkish National + STEM focus | 6–18 | €2,200–4,000 | Turkish / English | Kepez | ✓ |
FMV Özel Antalya Işık Established private school group. Bilingual classes from primary. Solid option for long-term residents. | Turkish National (bilingual track) | 4–18 | €2,500–4,500 | Turkish / English | Muratpaşa | – |
Antalya State Schools (Devlet Okulu) Free government schools. Turkish only. Works well for children learning Turkish fast. Strong local integration. | Turkish National Curriculum | 6–18 | Free | Turkish | All districts | – |
TED Antalya College
Kepez / Central
Curriculum
Turkish + IB Diploma
Ages
4–18
Annual fees
€3,500–6,000
Language
Turkish / English
Notes
Oldest and most prestigious in Antalya. IB Diploma Programme in senior years. Well-established expat student community.
Antalya International School (AIS)
Lara
Curriculum
British (Cambridge IGCSE)
Ages
3–18
Annual fees
€5,000–9,500
Language
English
Notes
Primary English-language school. Cambridge curriculum throughout. Popular with British, German, and Russian families.
Bahçeşehir College Antalya
Muratpaşa
Curriculum
Turkish + Bilingual
Ages
4–18
Annual fees
€2,800–5,000
Language
Turkish / English
Notes
Part of the nationwide Bahçeşehir chain. Strong English programme. Good mix of Turkish and international students.
Özel Serik Doğa Schools
Serik / East Antalya
Curriculum
Turkish National + English
Ages
4–14
Annual fees
€1,800–3,200
Language
Turkish (strong English)
Notes
Budget-friendly option. Turkish curriculum with intensive English. Good choice for integration-focused families.
Sage International School Antalya
Konyaaltı
Curriculum
IB PYP / MYP
Ages
3–16
Annual fees
€6,500–10,000
Language
English
Notes
Full IB continuum school. Small class sizes. Strong pastoral care. Growing expat community in western Antalya.
Işık Schools Antalya
Kepez
Curriculum
Turkish National + STEM focus
Ages
6–18
Annual fees
€2,200–4,000
Language
Turkish / English
Notes
Known for academic results. Good for families planning longer-term Turkey integration. Strong university placement record.
FMV Özel Antalya Işık
Muratpaşa
Curriculum
Turkish National (bilingual track)
Ages
4–18
Annual fees
€2,500–4,500
Language
Turkish / English
Notes
Established private school group. Bilingual classes from primary. Solid option for long-term residents.
Antalya State Schools (Devlet Okulu)
All districts
Curriculum
Turkish National Curriculum
Ages
6–18
Annual fees
Free
Language
Turkish
Notes
Free government schools. Turkish only. Works well for children learning Turkish fast. Strong local integration.
Choosing your curriculum
IB vs British vs Turkish bilingual — which is right for your family?
IB (International Baccalaureate)
Most portable worldwide
- Accepted by universities in 150+ countries
- PYP (3–12), MYP (11–16), Diploma (16–19)
- Inquiry-based, holistic approach
- Higher fees than British curriculum
- Fewer IB schools in Antalya region
Best for
Families likely to move internationally. Children targeting top global universities.
British (Cambridge IGCSE)
Strong UK university path
- Familiar structure for UK families
- IGCSE at 16, A-Levels or IB Diploma at 18
- Rigorous academic content
- Full English instruction from age 3
- Less seamless for non-UK university path
Best for
British families expecting to return to UK. Children planning UK university.
Turkish National + English
Integration + value
- Lowest fees of private options
- Strong Turkish language acquisition
- Social integration with Turkish peers
- Less portable for international moves
- English standards vary by school
Best for
Long-term Turkey residents. Families wanting full cultural integration.
Cost context
School fees: Antalya vs Istanbul.
Antalya's international school fees are substantially lower than Istanbul, while offering comparable curriculum quality. For families choosing between the two cities, schooling is a meaningful factor.
Antalya — annual fees range
Istanbul — annual fees range
Key takeaway
A family of two school-age children attending an IB school in Istanbul might pay €30,000–40,000/year in fees alone. The equivalent in Antalya is €12,000–20,000. Over five years, that is a €50,000–100,000 difference — more than enough to purchase a property in Antalya.
Admissions guide
How to apply — practical steps for expat families.
Contact schools in advance
International schools in Antalya often have limited spaces, particularly in English-language programmes. Contact 3–4 schools 3–6 months before your planned start date. Most have English-speaking admissions staff.
Prepare translated documents
You will need previous school reports (translated into Turkish), a birth certificate, your child's passport, proof of vaccinations, and your Turkish residence permit (ikamet). Some schools accept applications before the ikamet is issued.
Attend assessment or interview
Most private schools conduct a short assessment (typically maths and language) and an informal interview with the child and parents. IB schools use portfolio reviews for younger children rather than tests.
Register at address-linked state school
If considering a state school, registration is tied to your registered address (ikametgah). You register at the nearest Milli Eğitim Müdürlüğü (district education office) with your residence registration documents.
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