About BIS

Bilkent International School is a proud member of the Bilkent family.

Located on the rolling hills of Bilkent University high above the city of Ankara, BIS provides a rigorous academic program from the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Program from Pre-Kindergarten through the 12th grade IB Diploma.

A school for international students and Turkish nationals, BIS provides a unique blend of national and international education, preparing leaders of the future.

Our English immersion early childhood program progresses to the bilingual elementary grades, through the transitional middle years, concluding with the mandatory international English programs of the Cambridge IGCSE and the IB Diploma Program.

The rich traditions of Bilkent altruism and humanitarianism are evident as our students build libraries, houses and friendships. We are proud of them as they become exemplary citizens in the community, nation and the world.

Accredited by the following organizations:

• IB (International Baccalaureate)
• CIS (Council of International Schools)
• NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges)
• Turkish Ministry of Education -School

Member of the following organizations:

• CEESA (Central Eastern and European Schools Association) – Associate Member
• ECIS-Member
• Cambridge International Examinations- Cambridge School (We are also a Cambridge Professional Development Centre)
• AISH (Academy for International School Heads)-Member
• AMIS (The Association for Music in International Schools)-Member
• ELMLE (The European League for Middle Level Education)-Member
• ISS (International School Services)-Member
• ISSA (International Schools Sports Association) –Full Member