Glossary: Word tree (Φίλιππος)
This is a very fun and interesting game – exercise! Many words in the Greek language are combined words (σύνθετες λέξεις) and by breaking them to smaller pieces help us in the meaning and etymology of the word as well as in the creation of new words from their smaller pieces. For example, we have […]
Proud of Our Students: Marina’s Greek Odyssey
In March 2025, our school had the joy of welcoming Marina, a vibrant and passionate student from Texas, to Athens. A retired educator, writer, and lifelong learner, Marina joined us with an insatiable curiosity and deep love for Greek culture. To honor her unique interests and inspiring energy, we created a tailor-made program designed to […]
Life at School: Lea’s Favorite Greek Dish – Pastitsio
One of our students, Lea, recently wrote a short essay in Greek class about her favorite food: pastitsio. She described it as “very tasty,” especially when it includes feta cheese. She even said it’s better than her mom’s—because her mom watches Akis Petretzikis on TV to learn how to cook it. Pastitsio (παστίτσιο) is a […]
Out of Class Activities: Saturday Morning at the Laiki — A Local Experience for Our Evening Students
As part of our long-term Evening Program, we recently spent a Saturday morning immersing ourselves in real Athenian life. Our students joined us for a visit to one of the most authentic open-air farmers’ markets in the city — the laïkí agorá on Kallidromiou Street. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and high-quality produce, this market […]
Understanding Greece: Pedion tou Areos as an open-air cinema
Pedion tou Areos is once again transformed into an open-air cinema, as part of the “Plásmata 3” exhibition organized by the Onassis Foundation Stegi from May 27 to June 15, 2025. This year’s event includes film screenings of feature and short films, offering the public a unique open-air cinema experience in the center of Athens. […]
Life at School: A Visit to Literature House in Kypseli – Experiencing “The Gap” Up Close
We were recently invited to the charming book café Literature House in Kypseli, where our wonderful student Elena Radoi, together with Japanese artist Satoshi Kawata, is working on the interdisciplinary art project The Gap. During our visit, we had the opportunity to see up close a striking fresco-style artwork inspired by the local surroundings of […]
Out of Class Activities: A Cozy Cretan Dinner at Oxo Nou
Learning Greek goes far beyond grammar books and classroom walls — it’s also about tasting the language, hearing its rhythms around a shared table, and experiencing culture in the most authentic ways. One of our favorite out-of-class activities is our cozy dinner night at Oxo Nou, a traditional Cretan restaurant just a short walk from […]
Understanding Greece: Singing in One’s Own Language
As we approach the grand final of Eurovision, we would like to express our appreciation for Greece’s representative, Klavdia, who chose to sing in her native language — Greek. At a time when the contest often favors English-language entries, her decision stands out as an act of artistic courage and cultural integrity. We believe Eurovision, […]
Life at School: A Beautiful Déjà Vu
This spring, we experienced one of those rare, heartwarming coincidences that only time and friendship can bring. Joudy and Marie Caroline, two of our long-time French students who have joined our courses several times, happened to return again — and just like in 2023, they found themselves sitting side by side at our director’s welcome […]
Understanding Greece: Open-Air Cinemas – A Beloved Summer Ritual
Few things capture the spirit of a Greek summer quite like an open-air cinema. Known locally as “therina sinemá” (θερινά σινεμά), these outdoor movie theaters are not only a way to enjoy a film under the stars, but a treasured cultural experience deeply woven into the fabric of Greek summer life. A Tradition with History […]