The mission of OIS is to instill in each student a character-based worldview in an environment of academic excellence and a respect for people of all cultures and religions.

OIS utilizes an American-based curriculum that has been refined to reflect the Turkish environment in which we are located. Core subjects include English/Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Other subjects include art, music, computers, library, Turkish language, religious instruction, and physical education. Our school's character education program is a taught as an integral part of every course we offer.