Life at school: Great News! Learn Greek in Athens with Tachymatheia
Great news from Alexander Greek School Athens! We are now offering a new way to learn Greek in Athens: Tachymatheia – Greek Fast: Learn to Read and Write Greek in 5 Hours. This beginner-friendly experience combines Greek language, practical phrases and a little taste of Greek culture in the heart of Athens. And we are […]
It’s happening in Athens: 54th Athens book festival
The Athens Book Festival Returns to Pedion tou Areos Books, ideas and culture in the heart of Athens From 4 to 20 September 2026, one of Athens’ most anticipated cultural events returns to Pedion tou Areos, transforming one of the city’s largest urban parks into a lively meeting place for readers, writers, publishers and culture […]
Understanding Greece: August 15 – The “Summer Easter” of Greece
If you spend August in Greece, you may notice something special happening around August 15. Villages fill with music, churches welcome thousands of visitors, tables are prepared for large family meals, and traditional celebrations continue late into the night. For Greeks, August 15 is much more than another summer holiday. It is one of the […]
Out of Class Activities: A Chania Cultural Experience 🇬🇷
Our recent Chania cultural experience took our students on a fascinating journey through the history, architecture and traditions of this beautiful Cretan city. We started our walk at Koum Kapi and continued towards the Old Harbour and the Folklore Museum. Along the way, our students discovered some of the most important sights in Chania. They […]
Out of Class Activities: A Greek Food Experience at OXO NOU 🇬🇷🍽️
A Greek food experience in Athens is one of the best ways to discover Greek culture beyond the classroom. Yesterday, our students enjoyed a wonderful dinner at OXO NOU, a traditional Cretan restaurant, where delicious food, Greek traditions and great company came together around the table. What made the evening particularly special was the wonderful […]
Life at school: A Farewell drink with François
A Long Farewell Drink ☕🍷 One Drink? Not in Greece! The Greek way of having a drink is very different from what many visitors expect. In Greece, one drink is rarely just one drink. It is an opportunity to talk, exchange ideas, and enjoy good company for hours. That is exactly what happened when our […]
Out of Class Activities: Greek Cinema Afternoon with Όλα είναι Δρόμος
Our Greek movie afternoon is one of the most popular out-of-class activities at Alexander Greek School. It allows students to improve their listening skills while discovering the richness of Greek culture through cinema. This week, we enjoyed a special screening of Όλα είναι Δρόμος (Everything Is a Road), one of the most memorable films of […]
Out of Class Activities: Greek Dance Lessons with Our Student Beata and Her Family
Learning Greek is much more than studying a language. It is also about discovering the traditions, music, and culture that make Greece so unique. Recently, our Polish student Beata enjoyed one of our most popular out-of-class activities. She attended a Greek dance lesson together with her niece and her aunt. It was a wonderful family […]
Out of Class Activities: Our Visit to the Iconic White Tower
Learning Greek becomes even more meaningful when students experience the country’s history and culture firsthand. Our historical activities in Thessaloniki are designed to bring language learning to life, and one of our favourite outings recently took us to the city’s most famous landmark—the White Tower. Historical Activities in Thessaloniki at the White Tower Our energetic […]
Elena Rădoi Brings Voices Together Through The Gap
An artist’s book can become much more than a publication—it can connect people, cultures and languages across the world. At the School of Greek Language & Culture “Alexander”, we are proud to celebrate the work of our student Elena Rădoi, whose international academic and artistic project, The Gap, has recently reached an important milestone with […]