Darüşşafaka High School

Darüşşafaka High School, established in 1863 in Maslak, Istanbul, is a prestigious boarding school that offers a fully-funded nine-year education to students who have lost one or both parents and are in financial need. Founded by the Darüşşafaka Society, Turkey's first civil society organization in education, the school has a rich history that began with the Islamic Education Society. Initially focused on vocational training, it has evolved to provide a contemporary curriculum and is now recognized for its college-preparatory program. Visitors and researchers may find interest in its historical significance and its role in shaping education in Turkey.