Our Story
A Legacy of Excellence Since 1996
Yahya Kemal Colleges were founded in November 1996 in Skopje, born from a visionary protocol between the Yahya Kemal educational institutions and the Ministry of Education and Science of North Macedonia.
We proudly bear the name of Skopje’s own Yahya Kemal Beyatlı—the legendary poet and diplomat who served as a bridge between cultures.
What began as a single institution quickly evolved into a symbol of academic prestige. Within a remarkably short period, our commitment to high-quality education earned the trust and admiration of the Macedonian community.
Today, Yahya Kemal Colleges stand as the largest and most prominent private educational network in the country, continuing to grow every year as we nurture the leaders of tomorrow.
1996
Founded in Skopje
3
Main campuses
1
Gonca Kindergarten
Milestones
From one school to a growing
From one school to a growing
educational network
A short journey through the milestones that shaped Yahya Kemal Colleges.
1996
Founded in Skopje
Yahya Kemal Colleges began their journey in November 1996 with a vision for high-quality education.
Growth
Trust and recognition
The school quickly earned admiration through academic discipline, student success and strong values.
Today
Largest private network
YKC stands as one of the country’s most prominent private educational networks.
Future
Leaders of tomorrow
We continue to grow every year while nurturing confident, responsible and successful students.
In Their Words
What They Say About Yahya Kemal
Short reflections from students, alumni, parents and the wider YKC community.
Yahya Kemal encourages students to think independently, discover their interests and keep improving step by step.
Yahya Kemal College
Student and alumni reflections
YKC Network
Our campuses and kindergarten
Explore the YKC educational network across Skopje, Tetovo, Struga and Gonca Kindergarten.
Skopje
Skopje Campus
Primary and secondary education in the capital, shaped by YKC’s long-standing academic tradition.
Tetovo
Tetovo Campus
A strong academic environment where students grow with confidence, discipline and opportunity.
Struga
Struga Campus
Education by Lake Ohrid, enriched by the same YKC excellence and student-centered vision.
Kindergarten
Gonca Kindergarten
A warm and inspiring beginning for early childhood education in a caring and joyful environment.
Yahya Kemal College is a school located in Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia, established in November 1996.
It was established according to protocols signed between Yahya Kemal secondary schools and the Ministry of Education of the Republic of North Macedonia.
The school is named after Yahya Kemal Beyatlı, a notable Turkish writer and poet who was born in Skopje.
The best Education, Science & Culture website award for 2020.
News & Announcements
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- Обука за видео монтажа - ПСУ „Јахја Кемал„ Скопје - Дигитални Хоризонти 05 May 2026
- Aleksij Tasikj - From Yahya Kemal College to Oxford – Digital Horizons Interview 04 May 2026
- Final Project Meeting in Skopje - Digital Horizons: Empowering Youth Through Video Storytelling 28 April 2026
- Yahya Kemal Scholarship Exam Results 2026 07 April 2026
