Life at School: When a Listening Activity Turns into a Bouzoukia Night
A Greek Listening Activity That Took an Unexpected Turn At our Greek language school in Athens, every lesson is designed to be interactive and engaging. However, this Greek listening activity became something far more memorable than expected. What started as a calm classroom exercise quickly turned into a lively, spontaneous moment full of music, movement, […]
Understanding Greece: The Orthodox Easter Chronicle – A Sacred Journey Through Holy Week
Orthodox Easter (Πάσχα) in Greece is the most profound and spiritually significant celebration of the year. Rooted in centuries-old traditions of the Greek Orthodox Church, Holy Week (Μεγάλη Εβδομάδα) is a deeply symbolic journey that follows the Passion of Jesus Christ—from His final teachings to His Crucifixion and ultimate Resurrection. Each day carries its own […]
Understanding Greece: Bakaliaros Skordalia Recipe – A March 25th Tradition 🇬🇷
The bakaliaros skordalia recipe is one of the most beloved Greek dishes, traditionally prepared on March 25th, a day of both national and religious celebration in Greece. On this day, Greeks celebrate the Greek War of Independence and the feast of the Annunciation. Although the period falls during Lent, when meat and fish are usually […]
It’s happening in Athens: Van Gogh, the Immersive Experience
Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience in Athens “Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience” is one of the most impressive art exhibitions currently presented in Athens. This innovative exhibition combines art and technology, allowing visitors to explore the work of the famous Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh through a unique multisensory and interactive experience. The exhibition is […]
Life at School: Chocolate Breaks, Students & Everyday Life in Athens
Life at school Athens is about more than lessons and textbooks. From the very first day, students experience Greek life through shared moments, relaxed breaks, and real conversations outside the classroom. With Valentine’s Day approaching, life at school Athens once again showed its warm and human side. Valentine’s Day and Life at School Athens In […]
Sing in Greek: Sunnefoula
«Συννεφούλα» – Διονύσης Σαββόπουλος 1. Introduction Η «Συννεφούλα» είναι ένα από τα πιο εμβληματικά τραγούδια της σύγχρονης ελληνικής μουσικής, γραμμένο και ερμηνευμένο από τον Διονύση Σαββόπουλο. Παιχνιδιάρικο, ποιητικό και γεμάτο μεταφορές, αποτυπώνει ολόκληρη την ατμόσφαιρα της νεανικής κουλτούρας της εποχής, τις πολιτικές εντάσεις και την καλλιτεχνική έκφραση.Είναι ένα τραγούδι που οι μαθητές αγαπούν αμέσως· […]
Proud of our students: The Gap, once more!
“The Gap” – A New Art Project Exploring the Hidden Layers of Byzantine Frescoes in Athens A new and innovative art project is taking shape in Athens: The Gap. This multidisciplinary initiative explores “anthropogenic gaps” — thin blade-like cuts found on Byzantine frescoes, marks of human intervention that interrupt and reshape traditional narratives. Our […]
Life at School: A Special Visit from Dragica Fabjan Andritsakos
Life at our Athens Greek language school is never dull. Recently, we welcomed back Dragica Fabjan Andritsakos, and we are proud to say: a Slovenian student translates Greek poetry and brings it to new audiences. Dragica, who studied Greek with us twice in the past, returned to share her latest achievement and spend time with […]
It’s happening in Athens: European Heritage Days 2025 – Architectural Heritage Across Greece 🏛️✨
From September 26 to 28, 2025, Greece will celebrate European Heritage Days 2025, a unique cultural event highlighting the country’s rich architectural heritage. This year’s theme, “Architectural Heritage: Windows to the Past, Doors to the Future”, emphasizes how historic and modern buildings connect communities with their past while shaping the future of sustainable cultural preservation. […]
Life at School: Greeks of the Diaspora Meet in Athens
Welcoming Greeks of the Diaspora in Athens Greeks of the Diaspora in Athens often join our school to improve their Greek or start learning it from the beginning. They arrive from Australia, the United States, Canada, and other countries, each carrying unique family stories. Many feel the ancient nostos—the desire to return to their ancestral […]