Magic Talk AcademyIstanbul, Turkey
Mecidiyeköy, Büyükdere Caddesi, no. 77, Çınarlı Apartmanı Kat, 2 Daire 5 - 34387 Istanbul - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Speaking, writing, reading and movie clubs organized 3 days in a week.
- Creative drama, games and activities used in class to teach the language.
- Best rated school in Turkey
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Learning progress guarantee.
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 9.5238095238095% |
| 18-24 years | 28.571428571429% |
| 25-34 years | 38.095238095238% |
| 35-50 years | 19.047619047619% |
| >50 years | 4.7619047619048% |
Venue: Magic Talk Academy is located about forty minutes away from the centre of the mega-metropolis that is Istanbul. More precisely, they are in the Mecidiyeköy neighbourhood of the Sisli district on the European side of Istanbul. Near the Otoyol 1 city ring, the school has easy access to the rest of the city, by car, bus, and subway. The district is renowned for its wide variety of shops and is home to Europe’s largest shopping centre, the Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre, which is only a 10-minute walk away from the school.
The Academy: Magic Talk Academy was born from the demand of foreign nationals living in the city who needed to learn Turkish, to better assimilate and function within their business or educational commitments that led them to Istanbul. Approved by the Ministry of Education, the school offers General Turkish lessons, Academic and Business Turkish classes, and a preparatory programme for the YÖS Entrance Exams for Turkish Universities. They are also an authorised exam centre for the TÖMER Certificate.
Extras: True to its original intentions of aiding foreigners in their efforts to assimilate, Magic Talk Academy runs a weekly programme of activities for students. Their experienced teachers organise reading clubs, movie clubs, etc., and excursions to the bazaar. The school also offers Turkish classes for kids ages 7 to 14, helping them too to fit in and communicate better with their peers.
Turkish Courses
General Language
Intensive Morning Course
20 lessons per week
|8 students (max)
Offer!from
90US$86US$
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 18 | 24 | 30 |
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| Price at schoolOur price | 9086 | 180171 | 270257 | 360342 | 400380 | -- | -- | 800760 | 12001140 | 16001520 | 20001900 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 18 | 24 | 30 |
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| Price at schoolOur price | 9086 | 180171 | 270257 | 360342 | 400380 | -- | -- | 800760 | 12001140 | 16001520 | 20001900 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 10:00 - 14:00
Morning: 10:00 - 14:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 12, 18, 24, 30 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Additional information for all courses
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Intensive Afternoon Course
20 lessons per week
|10 students (max)
Offer!from
90US$86US$
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 18 | 24 | 30 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 9086 | 180171 | 270257 | 360342 | 400380 | -- | -- | 800760 | 12001140 | 16001520 | 20001900 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 18 | 24 | 30 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 9086 | 180171 | 270257 | 360342 | 400380 | -- | -- | 800760 | 12001140 | 16001520 | 20001900 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 14:30 - 18:30
Afternoon: 14:30 - 18:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 12, 18, 24, 30 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Additional information for all courses
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Online
Online Intensive Evening Course
9 lessons per week
|8 students (max)
Offer!from
38US$37US$
Course Details
Based on the price of 8 weeks
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 300285 | -- | -- | -- |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 300285 | -- | -- | -- |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
1-2 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 19:00 - 21:55
Afternoon: 19:00 - 21:55
Possible course durations
8 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Additional information for all courses
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Private
One-to-One Course
10 lessons per week
|1 student (max)
Offer!from
250US$238US$
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 250238 | 500475 | 750713 | 1000950 | 12501188 | 15001425 | 17501663 | 20001900 | 25002375 | 30002850 | 250238 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price at schoolOur price | 250238 | 500475 | 750713 | 1000950 | 12501188 | 15001425 | 17501663 | 20001900 | 22502138 | 25002375 | 30002850 |
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Starting dates
Every Day
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 10:00 - 19:30
Morning: 10:00 - 19:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
12 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Magic Talk Academy include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
- INCLUDED Learning progress guarantee
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Student opinions about Magic Talk Academy, Istanbul
5.0
Overall school rating of
Magic Talk Academy, Istanbul
Magic Talk Academy, Istanbul
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Yasmine
31 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“My teacher (Hulya) was great!”
Review details
Course: One-to-One Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 16. Sep. 2024 by Yasmine Affan
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Magic Talk Academy
Accreditations and Quality seals
Ministry of National EducationTurkish teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 10:00
Student gender mix
35% male / 65% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Magic Talk Academy and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Year of school foundation
2014
Legal name/parent company
Tax registration ID: 6081180468
General school facilities
Fridge for student use
Kitchen for student use
Movie room
Games room
Lounge
Balcony / terrace
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free WIFI
Free parking
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 6
- Number of public PC workstations: 3
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
In summer: 26
Throughout the year: 26
Minimum age of students
15 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 5
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
In summer: 24 years
Throughout the year: 24 years
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Germany | 15% |
| USA | 15% |
| Iran | 10% |
| France | 10% |
| Korea | 10% |
| Japan | 10% |
| Brazil | 5% |
| Thailand | 5% |
| Spain | 5% |
| Switzerland | 5% |
| Italy | 5% |
| Netherlands | 5% |
| Saudi Arabia | 5% |
| England | 5% |
Information for all courses offered by Magic Talk Academy
Lesson duration
50 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 22 Apr 2024 - 24 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 19 May 2024, 17 Jun 2024 - 21 Jun 2024, 29 Jun 2024, 30 Jun 2024 - 02 Jul 2024, 15 Jul 2024, 30 Aug 2024, 29 Oct 2024.
01 Jan 2024, 22 Apr 2024 - 24 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 19 May 2024, 17 Jun 2024 - 21 Jun 2024, 29 Jun 2024, 30 Jun 2024 - 02 Jul 2024, 15 Jul 2024, 30 Aug 2024, 29 Oct 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 30 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 01 Apr 2025, 23 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 19 May 2025, 06 Jun 2025, 07 Jun 2025, 08 Jun 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 15 Jul 2025, 30 Aug 2025, 29 Jan 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 30 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 01 Apr 2025, 23 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 19 May 2025, 06 Jun 2025, 07 Jun 2025, 08 Jun 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 15 Jul 2025, 30 Aug 2025, 29 Jan 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per Turkish language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Visa Documents
Nationals from Turkey do not require a visa for travelling to Turkey and attending a language course.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
100 US$
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
FAQ about Magic Talk Academy, Istanbul
- Does the school offer homestay options?“No, unfortunately this school does not offer any accommodation options. ”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 07, 2023
- I'm interested in the Intensive Morning Course. Can I extend my course if I like it?
“Yes, that's right! You can extend your course on site. Here are the different possible durations: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 12, 18, 24, 30 weeks. You can choose between these options if you wish to extend your course.
”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 06, 2024 - What is the qualification of the teachers at Magic Talk Academy?100% of teachers at Magic Talk Academy hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Magic Talk Academy from?The highest Nationality percentage at Magic Talk Academy comes from USA with a 15% representation, followed by students from Germany (15%) and Iran (10%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Magic Talk Academy offers courses for which ages?Magic Talk Academy offers courses from 12 years to 99. Average age is 24 during the summer and 24 for the rest of the year.
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