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Testimonials & Reflections

Real reflections from Yahya Kemal College parents, students, alumni and community members about education, values, school life and personal growth.

Parent Reflection Quality Education

I would like to express my great satisfaction with Yahya Kemal Private School. I truly believe it is one of the best schools, with quality education, a well-organized environment and highly dedicated staff. All employees are professional, kind and always ready to help, which makes a big difference in the quality of education. The school leaves a very positive impression. Bravo!

Joana J. Parent reflection • Social media comment
Alumni Reflection Independent Thinking Growth

Yahya Kemal encourages students to think independently, discover their interests and keep improving step by step. Success grows through curiosity, discipline and the courage to continue even when the path is difficult.

Aleksij Tasikj YKC alumnus • Oxford mathematics journey
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Student Reflection Talent Support Confidence

With school support, family encouragement and personal discipline, students can grow far beyond the classroom. Yahya Kemal gives students space to balance academic responsibilities with personal talents and ambitious goals.

Anton Zlatkov YKC student • Chess and international achievement
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Alumni Reflection Life-Changing Education Knowledge & Discipline

Yahya Kemal was a life-changing experience for me and encouraged me to work, think and develop independently. The education at Yahya Kemal gave us broad knowledge, strong discipline and habits that can be used throughout life.

Dr. Aleksandar Kondinski YKC alumnus • University of Cambridge
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Parent Reflection Trust Education Character

For families, Yahya Kemal represents an environment where education, care and values come together. Yahya Kemal provides an education system that prepares students to continue their studies independently and become successful citizens in society. As a parent, I am grateful that my children completed their education at Yahya Kemal and continued their journey with confidence, integrity and success.

Yahya Kemal Parent Parent reflection • Trust, education and student success
Community Reflection Values Future Ambitions

Yahya Kemal is remembered as a place where knowledge, character and future ambitions grow together.

Yahya Kemal College Community reflection • Values and education
Parent Reflection Firstep Project Fair Motivation & Growth

In my opinion, projects like Firstep are very beneficial. They give freedom to young people and motivation to think about global challenges, showing that they can influence and be part of the solution.

Gotse Angulovski Parent of Marko Angulovski • Firstep Project Fair
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Student Reflection Project Development Science & Innovation

It took around two to three months to work on my project. I started with a physics prototype in 9th grade and then decided to upgrade it, make it much bigger and use better materials.

Marko Angulovski YKC student • Firstep Project Fair participant
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Mentor Reflection Student Guidance Learning Impact

As professors and mentors, we can guide students, support them and influence them in a positive direction. The most beautiful answer, however, comes from the students themselves and from the projects they create.

Nikolina Josevska Professor / Mentor • Firstep Project Fair
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Student Reflection Confidence Presentation Experience

This was my first time, and I was really excited and nervous. After presenting my project to the jury, I realized that I did not need to be that nervous. For me, it went very well and I really enjoyed it.

Neda YKC student • Firstep Project Fair participant
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Student Reflection Creativity Positive Atmosphere

I personally really liked this competition because everyone had the chance to show their creativity. I also learned about many different topics, and every project was special in its own way.

Mateja Cvetanovska YKC student • Firstep Project Fair participant
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Student Reflection Belief & Goals Research Project

Our project was about the placebo effect, the power of belief, and how our belief can change many things, even achieving our dreams and goals.

Ema Cvetanovski YKC student • Firstep Project Fair participant
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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.

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