Atatürk Children School

The ATA-DC Atatürk School has been teaching the Turkish language and culture to children since 1980.

IMPORTANT DEADLINES

All registrations for the School Year (28 weeks) must be received by September 1, 2025.
September 7, 2025 / First Day of School
May 3, 2026 / Last Day of School

Our Mission

The Atatürk School for Children was established in the 1980s and is managed by the American-Turkish Association of Washington DC, a 501c, tax exempt, non-profit cultural organization. The goal of the school is to provide Turkish language and culture classes for Turkish-American children so that they may retain important aspects of Turkish culture while growing up in the United States. Children learn in a fun, yet structured, environment. Light homework is assigned to reinforce classroom teachings. In addition to learning about Turkiye and the Turkish language, children are able to socialize with other Turkish-American children and further develop their language skills. No religious instruction is provided at our school.

School Commemorations

At ATA-DC’s Atatürk School for Children, we proudly celebrate Türkiye’s national holidays throughout the school year, helping our students connect with their heritage through meaningful, age-appropriate programs and activities. Our commemorations include the November 10 Memorial honoring the passing of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of modern Türkiye, as well as vibrant celebrations of Republic Day, and National Sovereignty and Children’s Day. These special events, along with our joyful end-of-year celebration, strengthen cultural understanding, build community, and ensure that the values and legacy of Atatürk continue to inspire the next generation.

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October 29 Republic Day Celebrations
November 10 Memorial

TUITION

Tuition is based on facility rental costs; cost of teacher salaries and any class supplies and materials.  ATA-DC conducts fundraising activities throughout the year to supplement tuition as necessary to cover school costs. 2025 – 2026 School Year tuition is as follows:

$760

ATA-DC MEMBER
1 Payment

Due at Registration

2nd Child: $660
Each Additional Child: $530

$860

Non-MEMBEr
1 PAYMENT

Due at Registration

2nd Child: $760
Each Additional Child: $630

$780

ATA-DC MEMBER
2 INSTALLMENTS
$390/$390

Due at Registration and January 7, 2026

2nd Child: $720 ($340/$340)
Each Additional Child: $580 ($290/$290)

$880

NON-MEMBER
2 INSTALLMENTS $440/$440

Due at Registration and January 7, 2026

2nd Child: $780 ($390/$390)
Each Additional Child: $680 ($340/$340)

Schedule

Classes are held Sunday mornings from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM from September 7, 2025 to May 3, 2026. Holidays are noted on the calendar, which is attached to this form and is available on www.atadc.org.

Throughout the school year, we will enforce health requirements mandated by the Fairfax County School System which will be communicated to the students and their parents as needed.

Please note that a parent or guardian must remain at the School while students are in class.

Classes and Curriculum

Students, as young as 5 to 12 years old, may register by September 1 2024.  Additional students may be accepted through September 30 2024 provided that classes are not full.

Status of classroom opening can be requested from the school administrators provided below. Students are given a proficiency test at the first day of school to properly assign them to classes.

Typically, Beginner I, Beginner II, Level 1, classes are available for students based on the level of the students. Students are expected to maintain appropriate classroom behavior and follow teacher instructions. Depending upon the class sizes, we may ask for rotating parent volunteers to assist in classroom management.

Breaks & Snacks

Students will be allowed 1-2 breaks, depending upon class level. Breaks allow teachers to prepare for the continuing lessons, and allow students to have a snack, use the facilities and/or, time- and weather-permitting, play on the playground.

Parents are responsible for providing snacks, which may only be consumed in the cafeteria or outside. Parents are responsible for cleaning up after snack time. During breaks, parents must supervise their children, whether inside or outside, at all times.

Teachers

The School employs well educated and highly experienced teachers to ensure students receive high-quality education.

Please contact the School Administrator via email at school@atadc.org with any questions or concerns.

LOCATION

All classes will be held at ATA-DC House, 7115 Leesburg Pike, Suite 302, Falls Church, VA 22043.
There is plenty of free parking in front of the building.

ATATÜRK SCHOOL CALENDAR 2025-2026

Registrations are open throughout the Summer of 2025. The school will be in session except NO SCHOOL days in the calendar below. This calendar marks special days and celebrations:

Full Calendar 2025-26 School Year
September 7, 2025

First Day of School

September 7, 2025
October 12, 2025

Columbus Day Weekend!

October 12, 2025
October 19, 2025

Turkish Festival

No School

October 19, 2025
October 26, 2025

Republic Day Celebration

October 26, 2025
November 23, 2025

Teacher appreciation day!

November 23, 2025
November 30, 2025

Thanksgiving Break!

No School

November 30, 2025
December 14, 2025

End of Year Party!

December 14, 2025
December 21, 2025

Winter Break Start

No School

December 21, 2025
December 28, 2025

Winter Break End

December 28, 2025
February 15, 2026

President’s Day Weekend!

February 15, 2026
March 29, 2026

Spring Break Start!

No School

March 29, 2026
April 5, 2026

Spring Break End

April 5, 2026
April 26, 2026

Turkish National Sovereignty & Children’s Day!

April 26, 2026
May 3, 2026

Last Day of School!

May 3, 2026
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