Turkish Language Courses in Istanbul

EF Turkish Centre, Istanbul:
Welcome to The EF Turkish Centre Istanbul, the most professional and successful private Turkish language school for foreigners in Turkey teaching students how to speak the language accurately and fluently from the first lesson! The EF Turkish Centre Istanbul has over 12 years experience in meeting the language and training needs of those who wish to study and improve their Turkish. With over 2000 students a year we are dedicated to promoting international understanding through education and raising the standards of language learning. From a department size of 2 we have grown to 15 dedicated staff.

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- Course Levels - Turkish for Beginners; Elementary; Pre-Intermediate; Early Intermediate; Late Intermediate; Upper - Intermediate; Pre-Advanced; Advanced Turkish.

- 1-to-1 course/Private lessons
- Intensive Turkish Group Courses
- “Smart Ladies” Morning Standard Turkish Group Courses
- Business PRO’s” Evening Standard Turkish Group Courses
- Turkish Culture & Language Istanbul
- Turkish Culture & Cappadocia Istanbul - Culture and language studies program
- Turkish Culture & Rumi Istanbul, with a weekend get away to Konya – the heart of Rumi
- Zekeriyakoy Turkish Group Courses for foreigners living in Zekeriyakoy area of Istanbul
- Host Family Turkish Homestay Program.

Our courses focus on integrating all the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. We are committed to a General Turkish teaching programme that focuses on you, the learner. Our approach is student-centred and communicative, which means that teachers will focus on student’s aims and interests to help you use Turkish in an effective and practical way. The emphasis is on building confidence in speaking Turkish and developing fluency in a lively and authentic language context.

Our lively and informative Turkish lessons are supported by cultural activities which encourage students to learn about the culture and language of Turkey. With our wide range of professional expertise in the field of Turkish language education, we provide students with a unique international learning environment located in the heart of one of the most exciting cities in the world.

We are very careful about the standards of teachers teaching all classes and we follow not only the local standards but also the international ones because of our connection to the international market.
We will gladly take care of arranging your accommodation during your stay. Choose from a wide range of housing – homestay, hotels, hostels, self-catering apartments and residences. Our accommodation staff will be happy to help.

We know you will want to enjoy the huge range of cultural, sporting and social activities on offer. We run a great entertainment programme and our staff will get you involved from day one! We look forward to seeing you very soon and helping you achieve your language goals.

Istanbul is situated in the north west of Turkey, and is divided between Europe and Asia by the Bosphorus strait (one of the world’s most strategic waterways, between the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara). With a population of almost 12 million, Istanbul is a beautiful and cosmopolitan city with a magnificent cultural and religious heritage. Istanbul is one of the truly great romantic cities, where the East and the West meet at every corner underneath a skyline of domes and minarets. Discover modern districts of trendy shopping, gourmet dining, contemporary cultural activities and unique nightlife, intertwined with old historical districts offering traditional cultural activities and lifestyle. Istanbul is a must-see destination for all those who visit Turkey and for any traveler who values history and culture.