Kadıköy Anadolu High School, formerly Kadıköy Maarif College, was founded in 1955 in Istanbul’s Moda district to educate future leaders in politics, science, and the arts. Established by the Turkish government in a historic monastery, it was one of only six Maarif Colleges in Turkey. The school focuses on academic and social excellence, foreign language education, and developing students with strong national and contemporary values. With over 15,000 alumni, it continues to produce responsible, well-rounded individuals who excel globally.