started · updated
Turkey begins 2026-2027 academic year with orientation and curriculum reforms
The 2026-2027 academic year in Turkey has commenced with the launch of orientation weeks for preschool, 1st grade, and 5th grade students. This program, running through September 11, focuses on game-based learning and social adaptation. To support families, public sector employees may receive up to three hours of administrative leave daily to assist their children during this period.
In Istanbul, preparations include the opening of 82 new schools and over 2,000 classrooms. In Manisa, officials confirmed the distribution of nearly 3.8 million free textbooks to over 270,000 students. Meanwhile, the Ministry of National Education has officially announced the implementation schedule for the ‘Turkey Century Education Model’ curriculum, featuring a phased transition for core subjects like Mathematics and Physics starting in the 2026-2027 term.
Additionally, the Ministry has opened applications for teacher transfers based on personal excuses, with results expected on September 18. Local authorities, such as the Toroslar Municipality, have also increased inspections of stationery retailers to ensure product safety and fair pricing ahead of the new term.
Entities
Ahmet Ülger · Coşkun Esen · Erzurum · Erzurum Provincial Directorate of National Education · Istanbul · Istanbul Provincial Directorate of National Education · Manisa · Manisa Provincial Directorate of National Education · Ministry of National Education · Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye · Samet Serin · Süleyman Ekici
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Aziz Gün emphasized that meeting success is measured by actual change in schools rather than written minutes.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Aziz Gün stated that the seminar period should be used for academic and institutional preparation rather than just fulfilling legal requirements.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Security measures in Sinop will include increased inspections of school shuttle vehicles, drivers, and guide personnel.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Authorities in Sinop are planning to assign private security guards to 100 schools across the province.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Mamak District Governor Mehmet Nebi Kaya chaired a meeting to evaluate security measures and preparations for the 2026-2027 academic year.