Technological Transformation at Kadıköy High School Istanbul: Admission of 40 Elite Students

Kadıköy Anadolu Imam Hatip High School (Kadıköy Anadolu İmam Hatip Lisesi), recognized as one of the most prestigious project schools in Turkey, has taken a new step to strengthen its position on the country's scientific map. According to the latest reports published in July 2026, the school has allocated a special capacity of 40 students for its technology-focused program for the new academic year [1].

Science and Technology Program Details Consistently ranking at the top of the list of schools with the highest entrance scores (LGS), the school has designed its curriculum so that students gain skills in advanced fields such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and software, in addition to standard academic courses. According to 2026 statistical data, with selection code 87098, the school accepts only 40 male students into both boarding and day sections for this specific course [1][3]. This capacity limit indicates intense competition for entry into this elite center.

Successes of the Technoka Technology Team The primary reason for this "technological offensive" is the remarkable success of the school's student teams in recent years. The Technoka technology team, which previously reached the finals of TEKNOFEST competitions by building the "Firuze" electric vehicle and fixed-wing drones, has now become a model for technical education in Imam Hatip schools [2]. Students work directly on electronic board design, coding, and mechanical systems in the school's well-equipped workshops.

Vision for 2026 and Beyond The school management has stated that the goal of this 40-student admission is to train engineers who are rooted in cultural values while being equipped with the most advanced modern tools. In the 2026 roadmap, the development of unmanned underwater systems and research rockets is prioritized [1]. This approach is part of Turkey's macro strategy to localize advanced technologies starting from high school, with Kadıköy High School at the forefront [3].