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 […]
It’s happening in Athens: Your Guide to Autumn 2025 – Kolonos Festival
Kolonos Festival: Where Ancient Drama Meets Autumnal Athenian Soul Nestled on the verdant slopes of Hippios Kolonos—an ancient, sacred hill once cared for by the god Poseidon and celebrated by Sophocles—lies a cultural gem that lights up Athenian autumn nights: the Kolonos Festival. Organized by the Municipality of Athens through OPANDA (Organization of Culture, Sports […]
Teaching Greek Our Way: “Στο Κεφάλι Το Χω!”
At our school, teaching Greek is never just about grammar books and vocabulary lists. It’s about building confidence, encouraging creativity, and making communication feel natural—even at the beginner level. That’s why we often end our lessons with playful activities that help students put everything they’ve learned into real use. One of our favorite recent moments […]
Greek in Every Step: From Ancient Wisdom to Modern Clarity
In today’s fast-paced world, where focus is fleeting and mental fatigue is all too common, the global search for clarity and balance is more pressing than ever. Enter the rising category of nootropic drinks—beverages that support brain function, sharpen concentration, and boost mental clarity, all without the spikes and crashes of traditional stimulants like coffee […]
Proud of Our Students: Mirte’s bloom
Some students leave a quiet but unforgettable mark on our school—and Mirte, our beloved student from the Netherlands, is certainly one of them. Mirte joined our Athens school for four weeks, and from the very beginning, she brought with her a calm, unique energy that quickly found its place in the rhythm of our daily […]
Life at School – Decorating the Christmas Tree party
As December begins, the festive spirit is in full swing at our school! To welcome the holiday season, we organized a heartwarming celebration filled with music, dancing, and, of course, an array of delicious food. Our culinary spread featured traditional Greek Christmas treats, including melomakarona, kourabiedes, and diples, alongside savory all-time favorites like spinach pies […]
Our neighbourhood in Athens: Experience the Magic of Christmas at Pedion tou Areos – Right in Front of Our School!
This holiday season, the Pedion tou Areos park, located directly in front of our Greek School Alexander, has been transformed into a dazzling Christmas Village, offering a truly magical experience. The Attica Region has prepared an unforgettable celebration filled with festive activities and attractions for everyone to enjoy. Here’s what you can expect: The park’s […]
Our neighbourhood in Athens: Welcome to our vibrant academic Athenian oasis!
Our school is ideally located at Mavrommataion 25, in the heart of Athens, offering an unparalleled combination of accessibility, culture, and academic richness. Situated directly opposite the stunning Pedion tou Areos Park, our location provides a peaceful and inspiring environment. This iconic park is more than just a green space—it is an open-air glyptotheque filled […]
Teaching Greek our way: Summer in Athens – Educational trip to Sounio
We decided with the students to go on small excursions in nature, combining our lesson with the enchanting landscape of Greece. This time our destination was Sounio! Sounio is the name of the cape located at the southernmost end of the prefecture of Attica. Its coasts are rocky and steep. Sounio is known because of […]
Proud of our staff- Our school travels to Toulouse
As you may already know we are actively participating in the Erasmus+ educational programs and every year we accept many students through these programs. This year for the first time we are participating in an educational program for learning French in our own staff! So in May, when we were celebrating the Orthodox Easter in […]