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YDS ACADEMY

YDS Academy, as one of Turkey's most established and respected foreign language education institutions, has been aiming to equip tens of thousands of students with English not just as a subject, but as a living communication skill since 2005.

Since its establishment, YDS Academy, operating with the principles of academic quality, innovative teaching methods, and adherence to international standards, functions as a Cambridge University Press & Assessment solution partner with 19 branches spread across Turkey, all of which it owns.

 

YDS Academy's teaching staff consists of expert teachers in the field of English language teaching, with pedagogical formation and international certifications. The curriculum is designed in cooperation with Cambridge University Press & Assessment in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) standards.

Courses Offered: General English, YDS / YÖKDİL preparation courses, YKS-DİL preparation courses, LINGUASKILL – TOEFL – IELTS – PTE – TOEIC preparation courses, Kids (English courses for children), Teen Plus (English courses for high school students), Prep Class Skipping courses, Study Abroad, Corporate Trainings, TEFL / TESOL Certificate Courses, English Summer Camp

Each student is guided on a learning journey tailored to their level and goals. Whether opting for a general English program or one focused on academic exams, professional guidance is provided at every stage at YDS Academy.

 

Thanks to its strategic cooperation with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, YDS Academy provides education with Cambridge materials and specializes in preparation for Cambridge-certified exams.

Furthermore, YDS Academy, Turkey's only official Linguaskill test center authorized by Cambridge, offers individuals and institutions the opportunity to obtain a globally recognized English proficiency certificate.

 

YDS Academy places technology at the center of the educational process. Students are supported with online testing systems, interactive course materials, mobile applications, and artificial intelligence-supported learning tools.

 

In addition to individual student programs, YDS Academy also carries out academic collaborations with universities, private schools, and companies.

It aims to sustainably increase the quality of education nationwide with corporate English training programs, online placement test systems, assessment solutions, and Cambridge-based teacher training.

 

 

YDS ABROAD

YDS Abroad, as the international education and consultancy brand of YDS Academy, is an organization that aims to facilitate students' access to quality education opportunities worldwide and prepare them for global success.

Built on YDS Academy's over 20 years of academic experience and collaboration with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, YDS Abroad integrates English language education with overseas academic placement processes through a holistic approach.

 

YDS Abroad offers its students not just a consultancy service, but a journey of success that includes guidance from beginning to end.

The institution has strong connections with leading universities and colleges in the UK, Canada, the United States, Australia, and Europe.

Consultancy services cover the entire process, from language school and summer school registrations to undergraduate and graduate programs, visa procedures, and accommodation arrangements.

 

The difference of YDS Abroad is not just sending the student abroad, but ensuring their academic, cultural, and personal success there.

 

YDS Abroad serves not only individual students but also schools, universities, and educational institutions as a solution partner in overseas education projects.

Official partners include language schools, colleges, and universities with international accreditation.

The institution acts with the principles of mutual trust, transparency, and sustainable success in every collaboration.

 

 

 

ASSESSMENT ACTIVITIES

YDS Academy is a leading institution in Turkey with the status of an Authorized Exam Centre by Cambridge University Press & Assessment.

It provides individuals, schools, universities, public institutions, and the private sector with Cambridge English's globally recognized exams, enabling the measurement of English proficiency with internationally valid certificates.

 

YDS Academy is the sole official Linguaskill administrator and organizer in Turkey authorized by Cambridge English.

Within this scope, exam applications are carried out both at YDS Academy branches and at authorized university and institution centers nationwide.

YDS Academy conducts Linguaskill exams with its organizational infrastructure and technical equipment at the highest security and accuracy standards.

Versions of the exam are also offered for different needs:

  • Linguaskill General: Measures academic and general English proficiency.
  • Linguaskill Business: This is the version specifically prepared for the business world, evaluating professional communication skills.

Both exam types are administered entirely online; results are made available within 48 hours via Cambridge's secure systems.

 

YDS Academy offers Cambridge English's extensive portfolio of exams to a wide range of individuals and institutions, from primary school students to professionals.

The exams offered include the following:

  • Digital Young Learners (Starters & Movers) – Next-generation exams that measure English skills in a digital environment for children
  • Cambridge English Key (KET) – An exam certifying basic level English proficiency
  • Cambridge English Preliminary (PET) – The exam measuring intermediate level English proficiency
  • Cambridge English First (FCE) – An exam demonstrating intermediate-upper level (B2) language proficiency
  • Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) – Measures the advanced English skills required in academic and professional environments
  • Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE) – The prestigious exam certifying the highest level (C2) of English proficiency

These exams offer internationally valid certificates and are recognized by over 10,000 universities, employers, and public institutions worldwide.

 

YDS Academy is also the authorized administrator of Cambridge English Skills Test (CEST) exams in Turkey.

Thanks to its AI-supported adaptive structure, CEST dynamically adapts to the participant's level, offering a fast, reliable, and user-friendly experience.

The versions applied are:

  • CEST General: Measures general English proficiency.
  • CEST Schools: This is a special version for schools and young learners.
  • CEST Business: This is the version for the business world and professionals.

 

YDS Academy's measurement portfolio also includes the Cambridge English Placement Test (CEPT).

This test accurately determines the English level of students or employees in minutes, offering an effective solution for schools and institutions in their program placement processes.

 

YDS Academy has an extensive exam network throughout Turkey.

By establishing authorized examination centers both in its own branches and at collaborating universities, it provides candidates with secure exam access in different cities.

All exam applications are conducted in accordance with Cambridge's international protocols; principles of quality, confidentiality, and security are maintained at the highest level.

Thanks to its strong collaboration with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, YDS Academy Assessment is not just an examination institution, but a reference center that leads the development of the measurement and evaluation culture in Turkey, preserving academic integrity and quality standards.

 

 

PUBLISHING ACTIVITIES

YDS Academy has been authorized by Cambridge University Press & Assessment as the sole authorized distributor in the K12 segment in Turkey.

This collaboration includes bringing Cambridge's globally recognized educational resources, teacher training programs, and assessment systems to educational institutions in Turkey, in the field of English language teaching from preschool to high school level.

 

With over 800 years of academic heritage, Cambridge University Press & Assessment is one of the world's most trusted brands in English language teaching.

YDS Academy, while bringing this deep-rooted legacy to schools in Turkey, ensures that students of all levels receive English education at international standards.

Within the scope of distributorship, Cambridge's current teaching sets, digital platforms, and assessment tools specifically for the K12 segment are delivered directly to educational institutions through YDS Academy.

 

YDS Academy undertakes not only the distribution of Cambridge University Press & Assessment resources but also their academic integration.

It provides support to private schools and educational institutions throughout Turkey in the following areas:

  • Program adaptation and curriculum consultancy
  • Teacher training and certification seminars
  • Integration of Cambridge resources into digital platforms
  • Assessment and evaluation solutions for student progress and success tracking

This enables YDS Academy to implement Cambridge resources not just as books, but as a fully equipped learning ecosystem.

 

With this strategic partnership with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, YDS Academy leads the strengthening of quality, assessment, and pedagogical standards in English language teaching at the K12 level in Turkey.

The quality of English education in schools is sustainably improved through the correct application of Cambridge resources, the support of teachers with up-to-date pedagogical approaches, and the assessment of students with internationally valid measurement tools.