German School of Ankara, Educational institution in Kavaklıdere, Ankara, Turkey
The German School of Ankara is located in Kavaklıdere and teaches students from grades 1 through 12 in German and English. The school educates approximately 200 students with a faculty of around 24 teachers at Tunus Caddesi.
Founded in 1952, the school was renamed in 2002 to honor a former urban planning professor at Ankara University. This change reflects how the institution has maintained its connection to both German and Turkish history.
The school brings together students from different backgrounds through German-language instruction and international programs. Daily life here reflects a mix of German teaching traditions and global perspectives that shape how students learn together.
The school follows an academic calendar that runs from September through mid-July, reflecting standard school terms. Students are not required to wear uniforms, allowing for personal expression in their daily dress.
The upper grades follow an International Baccalaureate program while younger grades use German state curricula. This combination allows students to prepare differently depending on their educational stage and goals.
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