Afghan Turk Maarif Schools

Afghan-Turk Maarif Schools
Location
Kabul, Herat, Kandahar, Mazar-e Sharif, Jalalabad, Jawzjan, Maidan Wardak Afghanistan
Information
Type	Private chain
Motto	"Valuing education"
Established	2018
Chairman	Ahmet TUKUR
Grades	0–12
Number of students	Over 5000
Language	English, Dari, Pashto, Turkish, Arabic
Colour(s)	Turquoise   - white   - Navy
Website	af.maarifschools.org

Turkish Maarif Foundation The Turkish Maarif Foundation (TMF) is an international educational organization affiliated with the Government of the Republic of Türkiye. Established in 2016, the foundation is responsible for representing the Turkish education system abroad and providing high-quality, accessible, and inclusive education. TMF operates over 350 schools in 49 countries and has official representation in 67 countries.

Establishment in Afghanistan

The Turkish Maarif Foundation officially began its operations in Afghanistan in 2018 after receiving registration from the Ministry of Economy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in 2017 (1397 SH). In collaboration with the Afghan government, the foundation established the Afghan-Turk Maarif Schools, a network of educational institutions offering both academic and boarding facilities.

Educational Institutions

As of 2025, Afghan-Turk Maarif Schools operate 48 schools and 8 dormitories in 7 provinces of Afghanistan: Kabul, Mazar-e-Sharif, Herat, Jalalabad, Jawzjan, Kandahar, and Maidan Wardak. The schools serve more than 5000 students.

Educational Approach

Afghan-Turk Maarif Schools promote a student-centered, dialogue-based teaching model. The educational philosophy emphasizes critical thinking, research, and creativity. The curriculum incorporates both national and international elements, preparing students for higher education and global engagement.

Languages of Instruction

Courses are offered in Persian, Pashto, English, Turkish, and Arabic, fostering multilingualism and intercultural understanding among students. This multilingual education prepares students for global academic and professional environments.

Extracurricular Activities

In addition to academic programs, the schools provide supplementary education, language training, ethics and character development, exam preparation for national and international standardized tests, and spiritual education. Dormitories are designed not only as living spaces but also as environments for holistic personal development.

Entrance Examination (MAGIS)

Admission to Afghan-Turk Maarif Schools is based on the Maarif Admission and General Intelligence Screening (MAGIS) exam, held twice annually across Afghanistan. The exam follows international assessment standards and identifies academically talented students for admission and scholarships.

Alumni Support

The foundation continues to support its graduates through scholarship opportunities for higher education abroad, participation in scientific Olympiads, international academic fellowships, and study programs.

Vision

The vision of Afghan-Turk Maarif Schools is to “raise morally upright and socially responsible individuals who contribute positively to their societies and the world.”