Our Heritage and Educational Journey
The educational roots of Ay Schools date back to 1998, when Aydede Preschools began serving families with a focus on early childhood development. Led by our founder Saadet Badem, our institution set out with a clear aim: to build a child-centered school where children receive strong, accessible, and thoughtful education during their most formative years.
Over time, as primary, middle, and Anatolian high school stages were added, this foundation grew into Ay Schools (Ay Koleji)—providing seamless K-12 continuity from early childhood through university preparation.
Contemporary Education Guided by Science and Principles
From the day our school was founded, we have anchored our learning culture in Atatürk’s principles and positive science—combining learning-by-doing traditions with modern inquiry-based educational practices.
One Educational Philosophy Across Two Campuses
Göktürk Campus (Kindergarten & Primary School)
For ages 3–6 and Grades 1–4, we offer nature-connected learning spaces, hands-on workshops, early foreign language immersion, and an inquiry-driven culture shaped by the IB PYP framework.
Gaziosmanpaşa Campus (Middle & Anatolian High School)
For Grades 5–8 and Grades 9–12, we support students through structured academic mentoring, individualized study planning, regular assessments, and disciplined preparation for national LGS and YKS exams as well as university goals.
Core Pillars of Our Approach
A Child-Friendly, Respectful Climate
We respect every student’s individuality and pace of learning, cultivating a school environment where children experience childhood fully while growing in responsibility.
Dedicated Educators & Role Modeling
Recognizing that teachers serve as daily role models for young people, we actively invest in our faculty’s ongoing professional, cultural, and pedagogical growth.
Foreign Languages & Communication
Alongside strong native-language foundations, students build English fluency aligned with Cambridge standards and broaden their perspective with French as a second foreign language.
Family Support Unit, Arts & Sports
Through our Family Support Unit, school and family work in close partnership, while visual arts, music, athletics, and technology workshops complement core academics.
"Those who will shape tomorrow emerge from children whose imagination is nurtured, whose differences are respected, who think scientifically and objectively—children who are truly valued and allowed to live their childhood."
— Ay Schools Educational Philosophy