Education in North Cyprus

The educational system in North Cyprus aims to develop fully abilities of all individuals, and can be broadly defined in three parts:

Pre-School Education: Pre-School Education in North Cyprus is provided by kindergartens for children between the ages of 3 and 7.

Primary Education: Primary school education in North Cyprus is provided at as elementary school and designed for the 7-11 age-group; it lasts for 5 years and is free and compulsory.

Secondary Education: Secondary Education in North Cyprus is provided at two stages. First Stage (Secondary-Junior) is for children in the 12-14 age-group. It is free and compulsory. Second stage is designed for the 15-17 years old. It is provided by high schools known as Lycee`s and vocational schools.

Higher Education: The TRNC University education is provided by the Teachers Training College, The Eastern Mediterranean University, Anadolu University, Open Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, Girne American University, Near East University, European University of Lefke and International American University

Pre-School/Primary & Higher Education

Sunny Lane School was opened in 2001 as an independent Primary School with just 12 pupils. Today it has expanded into a school with Primary and Secondary Departments catering for children from two and half to sixteen years of age; its numbers have risen to around 250 and its teachers to over 25. Sunny Lane School follows the English National Curriculum.

Girne American University is where children of all ages can receive an education - from the age of three through to the age eighteen and more. The GAU teaching standards have always been very highly thought of in North Cyprus. The school is offering the English National Curriculum from years One to Eight but combining it with the IAPS and Turkish National Ministry of Education Curriculum. The education will then be constructed to enable them to go on to take GCSEs, ASs, A-Levels and Baccalaureate exams but also to communicate and be literate in Turkish language.

North Cyprus Universities

Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) is one of the oldest established universities in North Cyprus. With nearly 15.000 students all over the world, EMU's educational quality is worth experiencing. EMU is located in famagusta - a student town which houses a number of entertainment places for students.

Near East University (NEU) is another university offering comprehensive courses. The university attracts attention with its investments on student activities such as an olympic pool, a huge congress hall and a lot more. NEU is located in nicosia - the capital and yet is isolated from all the stress of the city.

Cyprus International University (CIU) is a new establishment located on the road to famagusta from nicosia. Although the university is considerably new, its fast growth leads to agreements with different universities accross the world. A constant improvement in the level of education is something to consider when choosing CIU.

One of the most popular universities, GAU's education platform is also worth considering. Girne American University (GAU) has a fantastic view of the med and the Basparmak Mountains. The university has setup a five-year plan to change itself into a "knowledge age university".

Located in Lefke, the university aims to provide a high standard of education through its innovative model of education. LEU was found in 1990 and constantly growing and attracting more students from all over the world every year.