Campion School vs St. Lawrence College - The British School in Greece

	C Campion School Athens, Greece	S St. Lawrence College - The British School in Greece Athens, Greece
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €8,755 - 14,950	Fees / year €8,922 - 14,478
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 1,000
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1970	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Campion School is located at Aghias Ioulianis 2, Pallini 153 51, Greece. Pallini is 16 km east of the centre of Athens, on its own purpose-built premises with separate Junior and Senior schools on site.	Location Anemon St., Koropi, Attiki, 16602 Varkiza Attiki, Greece. Located near the southern suburbs of Athens with easy access via Attiki Odos.
Stages	Stages Pre-School (Nursery & Reception); Junior School (Year 1–6); Senior School (Year 7–13).	Stages Junior School (Early Years to Key Stage 2) and Senior School (Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 5)
School type	School type British international day school. It offers a British-style education with an adapted British curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE in Year 10 and the IB Diploma in Years 12–13.	School type Independent, co-educational British international school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix More than fifty nationalities represented among the pupil body
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support EAL; SEN - Learning Support
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Greece	Country affiliation United Kingdom (British international school using the UK education system)
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Secular	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details There is a comprehensive bus service connecting the school to most suburbs in the greater Athens area.	Bus service details Comprehensive bus service to most areas of Athens and Pireaus; air-conditioned buses; qualified bus drivers and monitors; routes designed to minimize travel time
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Scope and academic year Fees shown below apply to the 2025/26 academic year and follow the school's published fee schedule. Application and registration fees - Application fee (new applicants): EUR 100 (non‑refundable). - Registration fee (payable on acceptance, one‑time): EUR 1,750 (non‑refundable). Tuition fees (annual and instalment breakdown by year group) - Nursery: Annual tuition EUR 8,755 — First instalment EUR 4,377.50 due 1 Sept 2025; Second instalment EUR 4,377.50 due 2 Feb 2026. - Reception – Year 2: Annual tuition EUR 12,000 — First instalment EUR 6,000 due 1 Sept 2025; Second instalment EUR 6,000 due 2 Feb 2026. - Year 3 – Year 6: Annual tuition EUR 12,550 — First instalment EUR 6,275 due 1 Sept 2025; Second instalment EUR 6,275 due 2 Feb 2026. - Year 7 – Year 9: Annual tuition EUR 13,650 — First instalment EUR 6,825 due 1 Sept 2025; Second instalment EUR 6,825 due 2 Feb 2026. - Year 10 – Year 13: Annual tuition EUR 14,950 — First instalment EUR 7,475 due 1 Sept 2025; Second instalment EUR 7,475 due 2 Feb 2026. Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard billing: Two instalments per academic year (first instalment due 1 September; second instalment due 2 February). - Early settlement discount: 5% discount if fees are settled in full by 31 July 2025. - Sibling discount: 20% on the third and subsequent children from the same family attending at the same time. - Alumni discount: 5% for qualifying Campion families (increases to 7% if fees are settled in full by 31 July 2025); alumni discount is applied after any sibling discount and requires prior years' fees to be fully paid. - The school may withhold reports, transcripts and other documentation if fees are not paid. Arrangements for alternative payment schedules must be submitted in writing to the Finance Committee; any approved alternative is valid only for that school year and must be reapplied for subsequently. Mid‑year registrations and withdrawals / refund/prorating policy - Reduced tuition is applied when a child enters or withdraws during the school year. Tuition and bus fees are prorated as follows for the term in which a student starts or withdraws: - Starting in: First term 100% of term fee; Second term 70%; Third term 40%. - Withdrawn in: First term 40%; Second term 70%; Third term 100%. - These withdrawal/prorating arrangements apply only when parents inform the school at least two months in advance of withdrawal. Registration and application fees are non‑refundable. Boarding - Boarding is not applicable; Campion operates as a day school. No boarding fees are charged. Optional and additional fees - Bus service (optional): Annual round‑trip fee EUR 2,200 — instalments EUR 1,100 (first) and EUR 1,100 (second). One‑way service is charged at 70% of the full round‑trip fee. Bus discounts: 15% reduction for the second child; 35% reduction for the third and subsequent children; 100% reduction (i.e., free) for Nursery and Reception children using the bus. - Peripatetic music lessons (optional): Full year EUR 1,040; half year EUR 520. - Extra English support (Senior School, if required): Annual fee EUR 1,200 — instalments EUR 600 and EUR 600. - Other charges not included in tuition: uniform costs, examination fees (external exam registration where applicable), school trips and overnight excursions, and other ad hoc charges. Annual tuition includes most books, stationery and routine supplies but excludes the items listed above. Fee payment methods and practical instructions - Accepted payment methods: card payments at the Finance Office via POS (VISA or MasterCard), cheque payable to “Campion School,” or direct bank deposit/transfer to the school account. Fees in cash are not accepted. Copies of deposit slips or transfer documents with the pupil's name should be emailed to the school as confirmation. - Bank details (for electronic transfers): - Bank: Alpha Bank, Psychico - Account name: The Campion School Incorporation - Account number: 110-00-2002-002779 - IBAN: GR43 0140 1100 1100 0200 2002 779 - SWIFT/BIC: CRBAGRAA XXX - Parents should include the pupil's name on the transfer and email confirmation of the transfer to the school. Other administrative notes related to fees - Annual tuition is stated per year group and generally charged over two instalments as shown above. Optional services and extra support are charged in addition to tuition and billed according to the school's schedule. Any special fee enquiries or arrangements should be addressed in writing to the Finance Committee or the school's bursar. Unpaid balances may affect pupils' continued enrolment and access to reports/transcripts.	Fee details Application / One‑off entry charges - Registration fee (for new pupils): EUR 1,500. - Development fund (one‑off, for new pupils): EUR 1,000. - Cambridge Primary Programme charge (Years 1–6): EUR 150 per year. Tuition fees — annual rates (per academic year) - Foundation Stage: EUR 8,922 per annum. - Reception; Years 1–6: EUR 12,405 per annum. - Years 7–8–9: EUR 13,902 per annum. - Year 10 / 'A' Level inclusive: EUR 14,478 per annum. Optional / additional programme fees - Extra‑curricular music programme (optional): EUR 1,395 per annum. Installments are collected as three equal payments of EUR 465 (due by the term instalment dates shown below). - Summer school (published example): Fee EUR 1,492; transportation EUR 440 (summer programme fees are charged separately). Instalments, billing schedule and payment terms - The school operates term billing and a staged instalment system: an initial instalment is taken on registration (A) and the balance is collected in three further instalments due at the start of the school terms. The instalment points are: A — upon registration; B — by 1 September; C — by 1 December; D — by 1 March. Specific instalment amounts per year group are listed on the school fee scale and sum to the annual tuition rate. - Example instalment breakdowns (amounts relate to the published annual fees): - Foundation Stage (EUR 8,922 total): A (upon registration) EUR 3,300; B (1 Sep) EUR 1,874; C (1 Dec) EUR 1,874; D (1 Mar) EUR 1,874. - Reception / Years 1–6 (EUR 12,405 total): A EUR 3,300; B EUR 3,035; C EUR 3,035; D EUR 3,035. - Years 7–8–9 (EUR 13,902 total): A EUR 3,300; B EUR 3,534; C EUR 3,534; D EUR 3,534. - Year 10 / 'A' Level (EUR 14,478 total): A EUR 3,300; B EUR 3,726; C EUR 3,726; D EUR 3,726. - Music programme (EUR 1,395 total): three instalments of EUR 465 (B, C, D). - Administrative invoicing and due dates: the academic year is divided into three terms; invoices are issued termly and payments are expected upon registration and on the dates tied to each term (payments are expected on registration, 1 September, 1 December and 1 March as applicable). Payment methods accepted - Payments may be made by credit card, by cheque (payable to Meyer Bridges Educational Trust) or by bank deposit/transfer to the school account(s). Boarding - Boarding fees: not applicable — no boarding fee schedule is published for current intake; the school's published fee scale lists day‑school tuition and related charges only. Other costs and parental responsibilities - Examination charges for externally marked examinations are payable by parents. Textbooks for Years 10–13 must be purchased by parents. Parents are responsible for the cost of special outings and trips. These items are additional to the tuition figures above. - School uniform is required for all pupils up to and including Year 11 and may be purchased from the school shop; uniform items and replacement pieces incur separate charges. Refund and withdrawal terms - All tuition fees are non‑refundable. There is no refund of fees if a pupil is withdrawn during the term, expelled or absent. Parents wishing to withdraw their child must give one term's written notice (within the usual term windows); failing to give a term's notice will result in the full term's fees being due. Notes on charges and what the tuition covers - Tuition fees cover the supply of most books, certain design materials and some stationery. Parents pay separately for external examination charges, special outings/trips and textbooks for Years 10–13.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniform is mandatory for all pupils up to and including Year 11. In the final two years, students must adhere to the dress code. Uniform is supplied by Marks & Spencer – Marinopoulos SA, with online ordering via marksandspencerschooluniform.gr and delivery or in-store collection options.	Uniform requirement The school has a prescribed uniform for pupils up to Year 11; a school shop provides uniform clothing items.
Food options	Food options There is a canteen on site; pupils may bring snacks and lunch from home or buy food on site.	Food options School lunches are provided by an on-site catering service offering international-style meals. Menus are nutritionally balanced, regularly reviewed by independent experts, and accommodate vegetarians and other dietary requirements. In Early Years and Junior School, lunchtimes are ordered daily at registration; in the Senior School, pupils arrange meals during the breaks.
House system	House system The school operates a House System to foster spirit and belonging. House Day is held for Years 3–6. House Points are awarded for merit in class and activities; House Captains are elected from Year 6; House T-shirts are used for quizzes and sporting events.	House system The school operates a house system with three houses: Attica (blue), Epirus (green) and Macedonia (red). Every pupil and staff member is allocated a house for life; pupils earn house points for behaviour and effort, with a yearly House Championship Trophy awarded to the winning house.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is incorporated in Massachusetts, USA as a not-for-profit institution (501(c)(3)) and licensed to operate as an international school by the Greek Ministry of Education. It is governed by a Board of Trustees of about sixteen members.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Junior School (Years 1–6) follows an adapted British programme; English and Mathematics align with the English National Curriculum, while other subjects are taught through the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). Lower School (Years 7–9) follows an adapted British curriculum and enters the Cambridge IGCSE programme in Year 10; Year 11 sits Cambridge IGCSE examinations. All students participate in the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12–13, supported by the Universities Counsellor, IB Coordinator and Year Tutors. The teaching is in English across the school; Greek language, literature and history are available for Greek high school equivalency, and English as an Additional Language support is offered. Foreign languages include Spanish, French and Arabic; the school emphasises Greek culture and heritage as part of the curriculum.	Curriculum details The school follows the British educational system and the English National Curriculum. Pupils experience a broad curriculum built around the UK National Curriculum for England at every Key Stage. The Greek language is taught to all pupils by Greek teachers with Greek qualifications, with Greek examinations offered at IGCSE and A‑Levels; from Year 4 in the Junior School, parents may choose additional Greek History lessons delivered and examined in Greek. The school provides education from Early Years through Key Stage 5, preparing pupils for British and international university entrance.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes around 20 students; even smaller in the IB Diploma Programme.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results IB Diploma results 2024: 100% pass rate; average 36 points; top score 45; 27% of pupils scored 40+; 67% scored 35+; 78% scored higher than the world average (30.3); over half of subject grades were 6 or 7. IB Diploma results 2025: 100% pass rate; 87% of pupils scored above the world average; 53% scored 35+; 23% scored 40+.	Exam results In 2024, about 250 pupils sat public examinations, with 100 sitting 731 IGCSE/GCSE qualifications; 29% achieved A* and 49% achieved A* or A. 273 AS-Level qualifications were sat, with 44% at A and 77% at least C. 202 A-Levels were sat, with 22% A* and 41% A-A; 77% A-C. The UK remains the most popular destination for higher education among leavers, with graduates starting degree courses at UK universities including Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, UCL, Bath, Warwick, and more; graduates also enter universities in the USA, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands and Russia.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates pursue higher education across the UK, Europe and North America, with UK destinations including Oxford, Imperial, Royal Holloway, Glasgow and Warwick; North America, MIT, University of Chicago and Brown are among noted destinations; Europe includes École Polytechnique (France), Karolinska Institute (Sweden), IE Madrid (Spain), Groningen (Netherlands) and Politecnico Milano (Italy). In 2024 the graduating class received 115 offers from universities worldwide, reflecting strong global university placement.	Higher education progression The UK remains the most popular destination for higher education among leavers, with many graduates entering degree programs at UK universities such as Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial College London, UCL, Bath, Warwick, and others. Graduates also commence degrees at universities outside the UK, including the USA and mainland Europe.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Gifted and Talented: Early identification and the provision of rigorously differentiated learning activities to ensure the needs of each child are met, enabling them to achieve their full potential.	Gifted and talented Gifted pupils usually comprise the top 5% of the school population.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Campion School provides a supportive environment where each pupil is treated as an individual and welfare is a shared responsibility of staff and peers. A comprehensive PSHE and RSHE programme develops personal and social skills. Pastoral care is led by the Assistant Head – Pastoral and supported by the school nurse. Pupils benefit from a structured routine with daily contact with teachers, attendance monitoring, proactive communication with families, and encouragement of physical activity and creative subjects to support well‑being and confidence.	Social & emotional learning PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education) topics develop interpersonal skills, leadership potential, self-awareness and resilience. Circle time in the Early Years and through the Junior School opens channels for discussion while these qualities are cultivated. Assemblies address issues such as environmental consciousness, healthy eating, friendship, bullying, resilience and growth mindsets. The school fosters a safe and secure environment that supports wellbeing and successful learning. The pastoral care system provides access to three full-time counsellors (trained psychologists) and two full-time nurses to support pupil welfare.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Campion School uses a whole‑school approach to SEND. Pupils are assessed on entry to identify needs; most SEND provision is delivered within mainstream lessons with some Learning Support sessions. A Learning Support Coordinator oversees assessment and provision, and a dedicated Learning Support classroom and resources support pupils. Each learner in Learning Support has a Personal Education Plan; external assessments may be arranged with costs borne by parents. Greek is studied by nearly all pupils; Spanish or French is offered as a third language. In Senior School, the timetable may include Learning Support alongside language study, and admissions may involve specialist assessments when appropriate.	Special educational needs (SEN) St. Lawrence College is inclusive; all teachers are teachers of SEND and differentiation is integral to practice. The school identifies additional learning needs through careful observation and, where appropriate, screening, and provides tailored educational programmes. Support may be short-term or longer-term and is delivered through in-class support, small-group teaching or one-to-one sessions. The dedicated Learning Support team includes a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO), a Learning Support Coordinator and a learning support assistant.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language English is the language of instruction. In Senior School, pupils whose native language is not English sit an English test as part of the admissions process; English and other assessments are used to determine readiness. Greek is studied by nearly all pupils, with Spanish or French offered as a third language; EAL is timetabled alongside Greek, and Learning Support can be arranged where needed (with parental consent). External private support may be used when necessary, with costs borne by parents.	English as an additional language English as an Additional Language (EAL) is provided in the Junior School. Key Stage 1 pupils with little or no English join their mainstream class and are quickly integrated with support from class teachers and teaching assistants; targeted intervention sessions boost listening, speaking, reading and writing. In Key Stage 2, pupils with limited or no English may join a dedicated language support class with an intensive English programme; initial meetings with parents and an English level assessment determine the most suitable support. EAL groups are offered in Lower Key Stage 2 and Upper Key Stage 2 as either full-time intensive programmes or targeted sessions linked to the wider curriculum. EAL pupils participate in mainstream lessons from the start and an EAL teacher helps them become more independent. The EAL Handbook for 2025-2026 is available.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Emotional and psychological well‑being are a focus of Campion's provision. The school provides emotional and psychological support to pupils, recognizes the impact of online learning on well‑being, and maintains routines that include regular lessons, daily contact with teachers, and ongoing monitoring of attendance. Staff promote physical activity and creative subjects as part of the well‑being strategy, and families are encouraged to communicate concerns to the school.	Mental wellbeing The welfare of pupils is paramount and the school provides a safe and secure environment that promotes happiness and motivation for learning. The school employs three full-time counsellors (trained psychologists) and two full-time nurses to support pupil well-being. Pastoral care is led by form teachers, Heads of Year and the Deputy Head (Pastoral), with regular communication with parents to ensure pupils' well-being is addressed proactively.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding is the highest priority. The policy outlines designated safeguarding leads for both Junior and Senior Schools and includes a School Nurse and safeguarding trustee. The school provides a safe environment, implements a comprehensive PSHE and RSHE programme, prohibits corporal punishment, and requires annual safeguarding training for staff. The procedures cover reporting concerns, working with external agencies, and safeguarding the welfare of pupils, including those with SEND or other vulnerabilities. The policy is reviewed annually.	Safeguarding The school has a Whole-School Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy. It defines safeguarding and child protection and states that the policy complies with the UK Department for Education guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education where possible. The welfare of pupils is paramount; staff have duties to safeguard and report concerns to designated staff. Designated Child Protection Officers (DCPOs) are named, and safer recruitment procedures are in place. Procedures cover reporting concerns, confidential record keeping and cooperation with external agencies; the school also aligns with Greek law requirements.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school is located in Pallini, 16 km east of the centre of Athens, in its own purpose-built facilities opened in September 2000. There are separate Junior and Senior schools on the site, managed independently. The campus includes a state-of-the-art soccer pitch, running track, long jump area, and changing rooms, as well as tennis and basketball courts. All classrooms are fitted with interactive white boards and Wi‑Fi is available throughout the school. The campus is green and secure, providing an ideal setting for learning and growth.	Facilities overview The school sits on a 20-acre campus and has modern, well-equipped facilities. The sports facilities are extensive and include a heated water-polo-sized swimming pool with a nearby children's pool, a full-size all-weather football pitch with seating for 300 spectators, a fully equipped indoor gymnasium with seating for 200 spectators, and outdoor tennis and basketball courts. The campus also features an amphitheatre, piano rooms, science laboratories, junior and senior libraries, fully equipped IT suites, and the most modern teaching tools in classrooms. The campus is a single-storey, purpose-built complex set in tranquil surroundings in the southern Athens suburbs, providing a calm learning environment.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The school has a state-of-the-art soccer pitch, running track, long jump and changing rooms, as well as tennis and basketball courts. There are separate Junior and Senior schools on the site, managed independently. Senior teams participate in local and international events, including the World School Games and COBIS games. Sports activities run after school from 3:45 pm to 4:45 pm. A late bus serves the Senior School after activities.	Sports facilities The school has a water-polo dimensioned heated swimming pool with an adjacent mini-pool for very young children, a full-sized all-weather football pitch with seating for 300 spectators, a fully equipped indoor gymnasium with seating for 200 spectators, and outdoor tennis and basketball courts.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The School's Premises are in Pallini, 16 km east of the centre of Athens, in its own purpose-built facilities opened in September 2000. There are separate Junior and Senior schools on the site, managed independently. All classrooms are fitted with interactive white boards and Wi‑Fi is available throughout the school. This modern setup supports contemporary teaching and learning.	Academic facilities The school has an amphitheatre, piano rooms, science laboratories, junior and senior libraries, fully equipped IT suites and modern teaching tools in classrooms.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Music is a vital part of education and runs from Nursery up to Year 9, with IGCSE and IB options available later. A team of peripatetic teachers provides one-to-one music lessons, and many teachers perform with Athens orchestras. Orchestras and choirs meet regularly, and the Senior School Drama and Music departments collaborate to produce a Musical. Senior Extra-Curricular PE includes soccer, basketball, tennis, volleyball, rugby, track and field, cross-country and swimming. The school offers Drama, Model United Nations (MUN), Forensics and Greek Dancing, plus Greek dancing groups; houses animate competitions and events.	Extra curricular facilities There are enrichment opportunities including swimming, football, basketball, tennis and many others; these range from sports to music, drama, debating, forensics and public speaking, the Model United Nations, environmental and charity work, and more.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Campion School was founded in May 1970 by American philhellenes Thomas Campion Shortell and Betsy Shortell to provide English-language secondary education in Athens. The school was incorporated under the laws of Massachusetts and licensed by the Greek Ministry of Education, initially offering the British GCE O Levels and A Levels. In September 2002, the British A level programme was replaced by the International Baccalaureate Diploma programme. Campion is named for Saint Edmund Campion, a noted educator at Oxford University.	History Founded in 1980, St. Lawrence College began across several buildings in Paleo Psychiko, Filothei and Halandri, with a boarding house at Hotel Frini in Kifissia. In September 1981, the Hellinikon branch opened as Lawrence One (L1) and additional buildings followed to accommodate growth. In September 1987, the northern and southern campuses merged at Hellinikon. In 2004, the Koropi Campus opened, marking the move to the present campus. Since then, the school has operated across 17 buildings with two boarding houses in six suburbs before arriving at Koropi.
Community	Community Campion School is situated in Pallini, 16 km east of the centre of Athens, in its own purpose-built facilities opened in September 2000. There are separate Junior and Senior schools on site, managed independently. The school has a state-of-the-art soccer pitch, running track, long jump and changing rooms, as well as tennis and basketball courts. All classrooms are fitted with interactive white boards and Wi-Fi is available throughout the school. The pastoral care system places pupils in small groups with their Class Teacher (Junior School) or Form Tutors and Year Tutors (Senior/Middle/Lower School). Each pupil belongs to a House named after a legendary Greek hero, which provides focus for sports contests and other competitions.	Community St. Lawrence College operates a House System with three houses named Attica, Epirus and Macedonia, which promotes community spirit and teamwork, with house points awarded for positive behavior and achievements. Senior and junior assemblies are held weekly to discuss themes, report on activities and reflect on global or local issues, including commemorations of Remembrance Sunday and Greek celebrations such as Oxi Day and Greek Independence Day. The Alumni network maintains a form for alumni to share stories about universities and careers, highlighting thousands of pupils who have gone on to study at top universities and other professions.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The school has a parents' involvement structure, including a parents' support group that is very active in organising activities and fundraising. Parents are kept fully informed on the progress of their children, with full written reports compiled and sent home twice a year. In the Senior School, report cards are issued in October, February and April. Parents' Evenings are held twice per year to allow parents to talk in depth to each of their child's teachers. The parents' support group participates in organising activities and events as well as fundraising.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Model UN runs weekly with active participation. Debaters take part in local and international tournaments, including ICYD, and past Campion pupils have been selected for the World Schools Debate Team of Greece. Forensics and debate develop public speaking and critical thinking, with an annual Forensics speech and drama tournament held in the spring. Campion also hosts its own annual MUN event.	Academic & intellectual Debate builds research skills, the ability to construct arguments, and confidence in public speaking. The senior program competes in the Panhellenic Forensics Association Tournament, with St. Lawrence College crowned champions seven times, and junior competitions run for Years 7–9. The school also enters the International Competition for Young Debaters, and a winter Speakathon provides a forum for floor speeches and skill development. Debating at St. Lawrence College develops critical thinking and communication that support university study and beyond.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Music is a vital part of education and runs from Nursery up to Year 9, with IGCSE and IB options available later. Peripatetic teachers provide one-to-one lessons, and ABRSM exams are held in school twice a year. Orchestras and choirs meet regularly for major Christmas and spring concerts, and the Senior School Music and Drama departments collaborate to produce a musical each year. Recent graduates have gained places at leading conservatoires and universities.	Arts & creative The Art Club meets one lunchtime a week and is open to all pupils and all levels of ability. Much of the work is exhibited around the school and at the annual Art Exhibition. Activities use a wide range of materials and techniques, including mural painting, expanding beyond regular Art lessons to build visual and historical awareness and confidence. The Club promotes collaboration across year groups and is guided by Art teachers who support students' development.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The Greek Dancing group 'Kouroi & Kores' is an integral part of the extra-curricular activities, with lessons open to pupils from Year 3 through Year 13 and culminating in the Annual Greek Dancing Evening. Greek Dancing features at major school events such as Graduation, MUN conferences and International Day. Dancers have represented the school in charity events and performances in Greece and abroad. Campion also runs Model UN, with weekly sessions and participation in local MUN tournaments.	Cultural & language The Model United Nations Club meets weekly at lunchtime for Year 8 and above. The Club participates in official MUN events, teaching students about the United Nations, world affairs and diplomacy. Pupils conduct online research, prepare resolutions, and present them to committees, developing research, teamwork, public speaking and listening skills. The experience builds cross-cultural understanding, critical thinking and diplomatic abilities.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Houses divide Campion into four communities: Alexander, Theseus, Heracles and Pericles. Each House runs a range of activities and competitions (Maths, Arts, PE games, Music, Sports Day, Cross-Country), and pupils earn House Points for performance in class and extracurricular activities. Senior Clubs include Drama and other after‑school activities; Drama is taught in the Senior School and culminates in musicals with after-school rehearsals. Model UN and Forensics provide additional after-school activities that foster teamwork and communication.	Social & hobbies Senior School sports are organized into senior teams and sports clubs. Teams include Volleyball, Basketball, Soccer, and Tennis, meeting at lunch or after school and entering interschool tournaments after tryouts. Clubs include Rugby, Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis and Table Tennis, meeting after school or at lunchtime and competing in occasional matches. The programs promote discipline, teamwork, sportsmanship and physical well-being.
Community & service	Community & service The PRC is Campion's active parents' support group; it organises events and raises funds to support the school. It donates to charities and initiatives and funds equipment such as 3D printers, an electronic scoreboard and Duke of Edinburgh equipment. Members can volunteer time and contribute ideas, with committees leading various initiatives.	Community & service The Services Society organizes fundraising and charity events for local organizations such as Children's Village SOS and the Soup Kitchen in Anavyssos, as well as for humanitarian crises that arise. The Society visits charity organizations to gain hands-on experience and understanding of how they function. It aims to develop initiative and leadership and to prepare pupils for useful citizenship by instilling a sense of duty and volunteer spirit.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) is an essential component of the IB Diploma Programme at Campion. Students participate in a wide variety of CAS activities and projects, organised with CAS advisors and supervised by adults. Examples include a Year 12 CAS trip to Epidavros/Spetses, Race for the Cure, CS MUN and the TEDx Athens Conference, as well as projects such as Unbound, Liberty Dog Run, inter-house chess, Mission Anthropos, Gloioblastoma project, YEM project and Soup Kitchen. All activities require approval from a CAS advisor and an adult supervisor.	Leadership & professional St. Lawrence College delivers The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, the world's leading youth achievement award that combines practical experiences and useful skills to prepare young people for life. The Bronze Award is open to Year 10, with four expeditions; the Silver Award is open to Year 11 and above, with two treks. Participants design their own Award programme, complete voluntary work, commit to physical recreation, learn a new skill and undertake expeditions.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Senior Extra-Curricular PE is offered at all levels with a broad sports programme including soccer, basketball, tennis, volleyball, rugby, track and field, cross-country and swimming. Senior teams hold practices after school and compete in local and international events, including the World School Games and COBIS games. Sports activities run from 3:45pm to 4:45pm, and a late bus is available for the Senior School. Drama and musical productions also contribute to well-being through performance opportunities.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Pastoral Care provides guidance on social, emotional and physical well-being, linking to a range of well-regarded external resources for pupils and families. The school offers mental health and wellbeing information and supports through curated guidance from organizations such as Mind, Anna Freud, SAMH and others, to help pupils navigate well-being concerns.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school provides English-language instruction for the English-speaking community in Athens. Greek is taught as a language, with Greek language, literature and history available to sit the απολυτήριο. Spanish or French is offered as a third language in Year 7. Arabic is offered as a language, and English as an Additional Language is available to support learners.	Language provision Greek and English are taught to all children. From Grade 4, pupils choose a third language; the current options are French, Spanish and Chinese. Six languages are taught at the school. EAL support is provided to assist pupils whose English needs development.
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Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations COBIS Member	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Registering at Campion: The first stage of the admissions process is the online enquiry form submission and the submission of the most recent school reports. A preliminary visit may be scheduled, including a tour of the premises and an opportunity for parents and pupils to ask questions and become acquainted with the school ethos and climate for learning. For Early Years and Junior School applicants, after the initial visit an interview with the Head of Junior School is scheduled; school reports for the previous two years should be submitted before the interview if the pupil is already attending another school. In the Senior School (years 7–13), candidates whose native language is not English will sit an English test; all applicants will also sit an entrance examination in Vocabulary, Mathematics and non-verbal abilities prior to interview. Pupils may be admitted at any point in the school year depending on space, with priority given to international families; there are cut-off dates for each year group by birthdates; exceptional circumstances may place a pupil in a class that does not correspond with age; parental preferences will be considered, but the final determination rests with the Headmaster. Further information regarding Senior School English and entrance tests is contained in the Admissions Policy. The Application fee is €100, which includes testing. Following a successful interview and acceptance of a place, formal admission requires submission of: Application for Admission (sent electronically); Health Form; Bus Request Form; Copy of Passport. Information regarding school uniforms includes Junior Uniform Requirements, Senior Uniform Requirements, and Ordering School Uniform. For the academic year 2025–2026, places in the Learning Support programme are extremely limited and many groups remain full; priority will be given to international applicants.	Admissions 1. Interview and campus tour: Children must have an interview before a place can be offered. The Headmaster and the Headmistress of the Junior School meet with the parents and the child and show them around the school. The meeting provides an opportunity to discuss the school and its programs. Registrations can be initiated by expressing interest and arranging a visit through the Registrar. 2. Documentation required: Complete the Application Form and sign it by the parents. Provide the pupil's report from the previous school, translated into English if necessary. Submit a Medical Form fully filled and signed by the parents, along with Medical Certificates. The Registrar will outline all required documents during the visit and confirm when the files are complete. 3. Admission decision and timing: After the interview and submission of the required documents, the admission decision is given verbally or in writing to the parent. Registrations take place throughout the academic year. The school aims to communicate outcomes promptly once procedures are completed. Parents may be contacted by the Registrar regarding next steps or to schedule the enrolment. 4. Enquiries and visits: To make an enquiry or an appointment to visit the School, fill in the online form or telephone the Registrar. Appointments can be arranged to suit the family's schedule. The school provides information about admission procedures during the visit.
Scholarships	Scholarships Campion School offers a limited number of partial and full academic scholarships for the IB Diploma programme. External candidates only are eligible. Suitable candidates for the academic year 2022–23 should be born between 1 September 2005 and 31 August 2006, should possess Proficiency-level English and an overall grade average of at least 18.0 in the Greek system or equivalent for candidates with a non-Greek educational background. The scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic performance and the candidate's overall profile. For further information, please email [email protected]	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist Waiting List: Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Where a start date corresponds to the start of the next academic year, if a year group is at capacity, applicants may be placed on the waiting list. If places subsequently become available, an application will be given priority according to the criteria listed. The completion of the school's re-registration exercise will determine how many places are available for the following year.	Waitlist —
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