Settling in
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The first two weeks of settling in
Separation anxiety is normal and it passes. With our teachers we put together what helps at home during those first weeks, and what does not.
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Happy children
who learn through play
In Kadıköy we offer children aged 3 to 6 a safe start to school, with a large garden and a warm teaching team. We would love to host your child for a free trial day.
- Class size
- 12 children max
- Who we are
- Two teachers and an assistant
- Who we are
- 400 m² natural garden
Who we are
A small school with a big garden
Pırıl is a single-site preschool founded in 2007 by three early years teachers. We keep our classes small on purpose: no more than twelve children in a group. That way we genuinely know each child's name, temperament and mood that morning.
- 12 children per class
- Two teachers and an assistant
- 400 m² natural garden
- Daily photo updates
Why Pırıl
Peace of mind, every day
Every child shines at their own pace.
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Experienced staff
All of our teachers hold early years teaching degrees. Average tenure is eight years and our turnover is very low.
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Secure entry and exit
Card access at the door, cameras in shared areas, and a notification the moment your child is handed over.
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Health monitoring
A full-time nurse, weekly height and weight checks, and a general medical check once a month.
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Open communication
A short progress note every day, a parent meeting each month, and a teacher you can reach whenever you need to.
Programs
Choose the program that fits
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Half Day
₺6,500 / month
- 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
- Two meals
- Daily workshop
- Garden hour
- Most chosen
Full Day
₺9,800 / month
- 7:30 am - 6:30 pm
- Three meals
- Afternoon rest hour
- English and music
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Full Day + Bus
₺11,400 / month
- Everything in Full Day
- Bus with attendant
- Door to door pickup
- Live location updates
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Summer School
₺7,200 / month
- June to August
- Water and garden play
- Weekly nature trip
- Flexible day selection
Meals, activities and materials are included. Siblings receive a 15% discount.
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Full day
Full day care from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm, with three meals and a quiet rest hour in the afternoon.
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Half day
A morning or afternoon program built around play and workshops, whichever suits your routine.
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Summer school
June to August, filled with garden games, water play and weekly trips into nature.
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Parent reviews
What families say
My daughter used to cry at the door every morning. By the third week she was running inside. It mattered enormously to us that they never rushed her settling in.
Elif Tanrıkulu Zeynep's mother The size of the garden was what convinced us first. But the real difference is the teachers: every evening they can actually tell you what your child did that day.
Murat Şen Kerem's father Both of my children went to Pırıl. Across four years the class teacher never changed, and that kind of stability matters far more in early years than you would think.
Gülnur Aydın Mother of Deniz and Ada Enrolment
Try a day, free of charge
Let your child spend a day with us as our guest, and see the classroom, the garden and the teachers for yourself. Leave your details and we will call you the same day.
or call us right away
+90 850 000 00 00Your details are used only for the enrolment conversation and are never shared with third parties.
Trial day request
Frequently asked
Let's clear things up
From what age can my child start?
We accept children who have turned 3 and finished toilet training. Every new child begins with half days during the first week.
How does settling in work?
For the first few days a parent may stay in the classroom. From the second week we extend the hours gradually. We charge nothing extra until settling in is complete.
Where are the meals prepared?
Every meal is cooked in the school's own kitchen, following a monthly menu approved by a dietitian. We share the menu with parents at the start of each month.
How do you handle children with allergies?
We complete an allergy form at enrolment. The kitchen prepares separately for that child, and the list is held by both the class teacher and the nurse.
Do you offer a school bus?
We run a bus with an attendant across Kadıköy and Ataşehir. We agree the route together during the enrolment meeting.
Blog
Writing for parents
- Nutrition
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What to do about a picky eater
Refusing the plate is usually not stubbornness but a need for control. Practical suggestions from our kitchen and our dietitian.
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Screen time limits by age
Should screens be banned outright between ages 3 and 6? We summarise the current guidance and what we observe in the classroom.
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