Jeanne d'Arc School

Jeanne d'Arc School is an educational building in Tehran's District 12 constructed with brick, mortar, and tile in the Pahlavi architectural style. The structure displays characteristic design features of its era with carefully proportioned facades and decorative tilework typical of that building method.

Founded in 1865 by the Daughters of Charity of Saint Vincent de Paul on Manuchehri street, the school began as an educational center for orphaned girls. Over the decades it grew into a respected institution until its operations ceased following the Islamic Revolution in 1979.

The school functioned as a multilingual learning center where French and English instruction shaped the education of generations from different social backgrounds. Its closure in 1979 marked the end of an era when such international education was available in the city.

The building underwent extensive restoration and received an official reopening in 2000 as a recognized national heritage property. Visitors should be aware it is a protected site with regulations that may affect access times or touring conditions.

The building was architecturally notable because it was designed by Nikolai Markov, blending European design traditions with local building materials and craftsmanship. This combination of foreign vision and local construction methods made it a rare example of cultural exchange frozen in brick and tile.

Location: District 12

Inception: 1865

Founders: Daughters of Charity of Saint Vincent de Paul

Architects: Nikolai Markov

Official opening: 20 century

Architectural style: Pahlavi architecture

Made from material: brick, mortar, tile

GPS coordinates: 35.69561,51.42194

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:42