Out of Class Activities: Ladies’ Night Out – Eat Like a Greek!
Learning Greek goes far beyond grammar books and classroom lessons. Our recent Greek Dinner Night in Athens gave students the opportunity to experience Greek culture exactly as locals do: around a table filled with delicious food, lively conversation, and good company. As part of our regular out-of-class activities, we gathered for a special evening in […]
Sing in Greek: Τα παιδιά του Πειραιά
ΤΡΑΓΟΥΔΑ ΣΤΑ ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΑ SING IN GREEK Με τη βοήθεια της μουσικής και των τραγουδιών στα ελληνικά, μπορούμε να βελτιώσουμε την κατανόηση του προφορικού λόγου, να εμπλουτίσουμε το λεξιλόγιό μας, να παρατηρήσουμε γραμματικά φαινόμενα, καθώς φυσικά να μάθουμε για τα πολιτιστικά στοιχεία της ελληνικής μουσικής ιστορίας! With the help of music and songs in Greek, […]
Proud of our students: Melanie from Florida learning Ancient Greek
Why Studying Ancient Greek Still Matters Today Study Ancient Greek in Athens remains one of the most important languages in human history. It was the language of philosophers, historians, poets, and political thinkers whose ideas continue to influence the modern world. Although no one speaks Ancient Greek as a native language today, it remains a […]
Out of class activity: Discover the History of Kypseli While Dining in the Neighborhood
The History of Kypseli: Athens’ Elegant and Multicultural Neighbourhood A Neighbourhood Full of Life In the heart of Athens lies one of the city’s most fascinating neighbourhoods: Kypseli. Today, Kypseli is famous for its multicultural atmosphere, artistic energy, cafés, theatres, and lively streets. Behind this modern identity, however, stands a long history […]
Out of class activity: Eat like a Cretan in Chania
Discovering Cretan Food in Chania: A Special Dinner with Our Students At our school in Chania, learning Greek is not limited to the classroom. Language and culture go hand in hand, and one of the best ways to experience Greek culture is through its food. That is why we recently invited our students to enjoy […]
Glossary: Word tree (Λογοτεχνία)
Etymology is especially important in the Greek language because it helps us understand not only the meaning of words, but also the way Greeks have thought and expressed ideas throughout the centuries. Many Greek words are compound words, formed by combining two or more roots. Each part carries a distinct meaning, so when the parts […]
Proud of our students: Josef’s Certificate Moment 🤍
A full-circle moment at our Greek language school in Athens At our Greek language school in Athens, we believe that learning is not only about lessons—it is about people, experiences, and transformation. After 12 weeks of studying with us, our student Josef reached a meaningful milestone: receiving his certificate of attendance. This moment represents more […]
Out of class activities: Eat like a Greek in Kyveli
A Shared Table in Kypseli: Learning Greek Through Food & Tradition There is something truly special about stepping outside the classroom and experiencing Greek language and culture in real life. Recently, we had the pleasure of going out with our students to Kyveli, a beloved spot in the vibrant neighborhood of Kypseli. It wasn’t just […]
🇬🇷 Understanding Greece: Marinella – The Voice of a Nation
✨ Who Was Marinella? Marinella (born Kyriaki Papadopoulou in Thessaloniki) was one of the most iconic voices in Greek music. For nearly 70 years (1956–2026), she shaped the sound of modern Greece through laïko, rebetiko, and folk music. Her voice was powerful, emotional, and deeply expressive. Many Greeks grew up listening to her songs, making […]
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 […]