DES Schools - Primary Campus vs Verita International School - Secondary Campus
DES Schools - Primary Campus and Verita International School - Secondary Campus are both in Athens, about 14 km apart. Both schools offer IB programmes, and Verita International School - Secondary Campus also offers IEYC, IPC, IMYC, British, Cambridge A Levels and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE. Published annual fees are close, at €7,000 - 12,500 for DES Schools - Primary Campus and €7,480 - 12,320 for Verita International School - Secondary Campus. DES Schools - Primary Campus takes pupils from 2 to 15, and Verita International School - Secondary Campus from 11 to 18.
IB (DP), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Pupils
Pupils
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Pupils
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Typical class size
Typical class size
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Typical class size
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Instruction language
Instruction language
English, French, German, Spanish
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
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Opened
2019
Bus service
Bus service
Yes
Bus service
Yes
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Interactive European School DES operates in the Athens area on the Athenian Riviera, with campuses in Vari, Varkiza, and Agia Marina Koropiou. The Secondary School is at 50A Ithakis St., 19400 Agia Marina Koropiou; Primary School at Barakos Hill, Varkiza; Kindergarten at 4 Demesticha St., Varkiza; Nursery at 9A Kalymnou St., Vari. The campuses are located in Attica near the coast, within a short drive of central Athens.
Location
Verita International School operates across three campuses in the Athens area: Early Years at Irakliou 30, Glyfada; Primary at Smirnis 13, Glyfada; Secondary at Marinou Antipa 4, Alimos.
Stages
Stages
Nursery; Kindergarten; Primary; Middle School. High School coming 2026.
Stages
Early Years; Primary; Secondary
School type
School type
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School type
International day school
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
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Additional learning support
S.E.E.D. Center (Social, Emotional, Ethical, and Developmental) addresses a wide spectrum of educational needs. Class sizes are small with a 1:9 student-teacher ratio.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
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Country affiliation
Greece
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
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School day structure
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Bus service details
Bus service details
Our school transport services cover an extensive part of Attica. Use the map to locate your convenient pick-up location. Vari • Varkiza • Voula • Vouliagmeni • Glyfada • Elliniko • Ag.Marina • Alimos • Argyroupoli • Ilioupoli • N.Smyrni • P.Faliro • Anavissos • Kalyvia • Lagonisi • Saronida • Keratea • Daskalio • Markopoulos • Porto Rafti • N.Faliro •Piraeus • N.Kosmos • Mets.
Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application fees
- Middle School: one-off application fee of EUR 1,000 for new students. - No separate application fee is listed for Nursery, Kindergarten or Primary on the published fee schedule.
Tuition fees by school year (annual and per-instalment details)
- Nursery - Annual tuition: EUR 7,000 per year. - Deposit required: EUR 1,000 (paid up front; deducted from the annual fee). - Balance after deposit: EUR 6,000. Payable in four equal instalments (due: Sep 5, Nov 5, Jan 5, Mar 5). Instalment amount: EUR 1,500 each.
- Kindergarten - Annual tuition: EUR 7,000 to EUR 9,000 per year (range depends on programme/level). - Deposit required: EUR 1,000 (paid up front; deducted from the annual fee). - Balance after deposit: EUR 6,000 to EUR 8,000. Payable in four equal instalments (due: Sep 5, Nov 5, Jan 5, Mar 5). Instalment amounts: EUR 1,500 (for EUR 7,000) to EUR 2,000 (for EUR 9,000) per instalment.
- Primary School - Annual tuition: EUR 8,500 to EUR 10,500 per year. - Deposit required: EUR 2,000 (paid up front; deducted from the annual fee). - Balance after deposit: EUR 6,500 to EUR 8,500. Payable in three equal instalments (due: Sep 5, Dec 5, Feb 5). Instalment amounts: EUR 2,166.67 to EUR 2,833.33 per instalment. (Calculated as [annual fee minus deposit] ÷ 3).
- Middle School (Year 7 to Year 9) - Annual tuition: EUR 11,000 to EUR 14,000 per year. - Deposit required: EUR 2,000 (paid up front; deducted from the annual fee). - Balance after deposit: EUR 9,000 to EUR 12,000. Payable in three equal instalments (due: Sep 5, Dec 5, Feb 5). Instalment amounts: EUR 3,000 to EUR 4,000 per instalment. (Calculated as [annual fee minus deposit] ÷ 3).
Lunch, transport and other service charges
- Lunch (Primary & Middle School): EUR 1,300 per year. This charge is shown separately from tuition. - School bus (annual, varies by zone and service type): published zone-based annual fees range broadly from approximately EUR 1,300 up to EUR 2,400 depending on zone and whether the service is hot-spot (HS) or door-to-door (DD). Use of one of two bus routes is charged at 75% of the total price. HS = Hot Spot; DD = Door to Door. Exact amount depends on chosen zone and service. - Not included in the tuition figures: books, school uniforms, excursions, extra activities (workshops), and after-school activities; these are charged separately when applicable.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Deposits (paid up front): Nursery & Kindergarten EUR 1,000; Primary & Middle School EUR 2,000. Deposits are deducted from the annual fee balance. - Instalment schedule for the balance after deposit: - Primary & Middle School: three equal instalments due on Sep 5, Dec 5 and Feb 5. - Nursery & Kindergarten: four equal instalments due on Sep 5, Nov 5, Jan 5 and Mar 5. - Pre-payment discount: 5% discount for pre-payment. - Surcharge for extended instalments: if parents choose more than the standard three (Primary/Middle) or four (Nursery/Kindergarten) instalments, an additional 5% charge will be applied to the total annual fees.
Sibling discounts
- Two children: 5% discount on the older student's tuition fees and 50% off the bus fees of the older child. If all siblings are in Middle School, no sibling tuition discounts are offered. - Three children: 5% discount on the two older students' tuition fees and 50% off the bus fees of the two older children. If all siblings are in Middle School, no sibling tuition discounts are offered.
Deposit and refund information
- Deposits are non-refundable after three (3) days of payment and may not be offset. This applies to the published deposits for Nursery, Kindergarten, Primary and Middle School. - No separate general refund schedule for tuition instalments is published on the fee page; the deposit non-refundability statement above is the explicit refund-related item provided.
Boarding fees
- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the published fee schedule; the school's fees relate to day-school services, meals and transport.
Other costs and optional services
- Items charged separately: books, school uniforms, excursions, extra workshops and after-school activities.
Fee payment options
- Payment methods listed: Bank deposit and Credit or Debit Card.
Summary figures (quick reference)
- Nursery: EUR 7,000/year; deposit EUR 1,000; four instalments of EUR 1,500. - Kindergarten: EUR 7,000–9,000/year; deposit EUR 1,000; four instalments EUR 1,500–2,000. - Primary: EUR 8,500–10,500/year; deposit EUR 2,000; three instalments EUR 2,166.67–2,833.33. - Middle School (Years 7–9): EUR 11,000–14,000/year; deposit EUR 2,000; three instalments EUR 3,000–4,000. - Lunch (Primary & Middle): EUR 1,300/year. School bus: zone- and service-dependent, approx. EUR 1,300–2,400/year.
Fee details
Application / Registration Fees
- One-time non-refundable registration fee: EUR 1,500 for all new students.
Tuition fees by year group (annual and per semester)
- Nursery / Reception (Ages 2½–6): EUR 7,480 per year — EUR 3,740 per semester. - Year 1 (Ages 5–6): EUR 9,480 per year — EUR 4,740 per semester. - Years 2–6 (Ages 6–11): EUR 10,460 per year — EUR 5,230 per semester. - Years 7–9 (Ages 11–14): EUR 11,240 per year — EUR 5,620 per semester. - Years 10–13 (Ages 14–18): EUR 12,320 per year — EUR 6,160 per semester.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is quoted as an annual amount. The school's academic year is organised in two semesters; the per-semester figures above are the annual fee divided into two equal semester amounts. - The school states it offers flexible payment options and accepts credit cards with a small bank service fee. Specific installment plans, due dates, or detailed billing schedules are handled through the school's billing process.
Sibling discount
- A 5% tuition discount is applied for siblings.
Boarding fees
- The school does not list any boarding provision or boarding fees. Transportation (bus service), meal plans, and after-school programmes are offered for additional fees.
Other costs and typical additional fees
- The following additional costs may apply (items listed by the school): - English Language Learner (ELL) support fees - Middle Years & Secondary text books - Uniforms - CL English & Maths exam fees - CAT4 testing fees - iGCSE exam fees - A-Level exam fees - SEED Center participation fees - Transportation (school bus) - Meal plan (school meals: breakfast, hot lunch, afternoon snack) and after-school programme fees.
Refund information
- The registration fee is explicitly non-refundable. No separate tuition refund schedule is published in the public fee summary; the registration fee's non-refundable status is stated.
Fee payment options
- Credit cards are accepted; a small bank service fee applies to card payments. The school indicates flexible payment arrangements are available and may offer special tuition accommodations for families needing assistance.
Notes for parents (concise)
- All amounts above are shown in euros (EUR) and are presented as the school's published annual tuition for the stated year groups; per-semester amounts above divide the annual fee into two equal semesters matching the school's two-semester academic calendar.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
The school provides transport services covering an extensive part of Attica.
Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
Three uniforms exist: the everyday uniform worn outside of school, the official school uniform worn during national and international holidays, and a uniform adjusted for the summer celebrations; children in nursery and kindergarten may wear clothes of their choice.
Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
The school provides breakfast and lunch for students; a monthly menu is uploaded on the school platform. Parents may opt out of school lunch and provide a packed lunch; the school does not reheat packed lunches. Packed lunches must be stored in suitable containers; glass containers are not allowed. Hot beverages and fizzy drinks are not allowed, and sweets and chocolates must not be consumed on school grounds.
Food options
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House system
House system
The DES House system fosters collaboration, responsibility, group loyalty and social and emotional learning through inter-house sporting and academic competitions.
House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
Dr. Billie Konstantara is the founder and CEO.
Governance and ownership
Verita is a family-owned school. It operates with an Advisory Board chaired by Richard Joannides, Founder. Co-Founders Michael D. Wolper and Leslie Wolper hold leadership roles, and Directors oversee the Early Years, Primary, and Secondary School segments, along with other programs.
Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
School subjects are taught in Greek and English via CLIL. The International Baccalaureate Programme is implemented across Primary, Middle and High School levels, combining IB with the Theory of Multiple Intelligences. The IB emphasises inquiry-based learning and develops knowledge, concepts, skills, attitudes and action. Our methodology includes Personalized Learning, Differentiated Learning, Blended Learning and a Flipped Classroom. In the PYP, Greek and English are main languages with Spanish, German or French as additional languages, and subjects include Social Studies, Mathematics, Science, STEM, Coding, Music and the Arts. In the MYP, eight subject groups are offered and assessment is criterion-related with biannual reporting; Service as Action and the Personal Project are core components.
Curriculum details
Verita follows the National Curriculum of England & Wales as its guiding framework, with progression from early years through IGCSE and A-Levels. The Primary School delivers the National Curriculum through the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), with Greek language and second languages including French, and Social Emotional Ethical Learning integrated across the curriculum. The school blends IEYC/IPC/IMYC through Fieldwork Education to create interdisciplinary units, supported by Emory University's Social, Emotional and Ethical Learning program. Literacy and numeracy are enhanced by programs such as Literary Tree reading and White Rose Maths, while English Language Learner support and a broad arts and sports program are provided. The Secondary School extends to IMYC in Years 7–9, IGCSEs in Years 10–11, and A-Levels in Years 12–13, with internships and career exploration opportunities to help prepare for university admission.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
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Higher education progression
The Secondary School provides a university-preparatory curriculum with IGCSEs in Years 10–11 and A-Levels in Years 12–13, supported by internships and a Career Exploration program to help students plan for higher education.
Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
The school uses Differentiated Learning to help every student make optimum use of their individualities and talents. This approach includes planning learning experiences differentiated by readiness, interests and learning profiles.
Gifted and talented
Accelerated learning modules are offered.
Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
The school fosters collaboration, responsibility, group loyalty and social and emotional learning through the DES House system.
Social & emotional learning
Social-emotional growth is woven into the curriculum through Emory University's SEE Learning program.
Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
School subjects are taught in both Greek and English via CLIL, without extra teaching hours, creating a bilingual environment.
English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
Emotional education is part of the DES programme; after-school clubs nurture social skills and confidence; the DES House system supports social and emotional learning.
Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
The school provides a safe, caring and supportive environment for pupils.
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
The Secondary Campus is newly opened and designed to foster academic excellence and holistic development. It provides facilities that support students' intellectual, social-emotional, and extracurricular growth. The facilities include science laboratories, art and design studios, professional-level sports facilities, educational excursions, and opportunities for family participation in school events.
Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
Professional-Level Sports Facilities provide access to high-quality sports fields and specialised athletic events and activities that support athletics and recreational fitness.
Academic facilities
Academic facilities
Subjects are taught in Greek and English via CLIL (Content & Language Integrated Learning). The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme, and combines it with the Theory of Multiple Intelligences. The school follows a methodology that includes Personalized Learning, Differentiated Learning, Blended Learning, and Flipped Classroom.
Academic facilities
Science Laboratories are fully equipped for practical experiments in physics, chemistry, and biology. Art and Design Studios are creative spaces that inspire innovation in fine arts, digital design, and mixed media.
Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
The school is a member of Round Square.
Extra curricular facilities
Educational Excursions are curriculum-aligned trips to museums, historical sites, science centres, and cultural landmarks unique to Greece. Family Participation in School Events offers opportunities for parents to join sports days, theatre productions, academic activities and cultural celebrations, with volunteer opportunities in school events and classroom activities.
Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
DES was founded by Dr. Billie Konstantara, who serves as Founder/CEO. DES is the first bilingual school in Greece to combine the International Baccalaureate Programme with the Theory of Multiple Intelligences. The school currently operates a Secondary School in Agia Marina Koropiou and a Primary School in Varkiza, with a High School coming in 2026. School subjects are taught in Greek and English via CLIL without requiring extra teaching hours. Dr. Billie Konstantara has founded four successful schools.
History
The Verita community of schools began in 1982 in Buscharest, Romania. In 2019, Verita opened its first school in Athens, Greece, responding to the needs of the diverse, international community. Verita is a family-owned school with a strong vision to provide both academic mastery and social-emotional ethical wisdom, leading a transformation in education for the 21st century. The evidenced-based practices at Verita are infused with forward-thinking, paradigm-shifting, reimagined learning, and Verita continues to push the boundaries of international education.
Community
Community
Multiculturalism in Practice is part of DES's IB Programme, reflecting international mindedness among its students. DES is a Candidate Member of Round Square, a global network bound by the IDEALS (Internationalism, Democracy, Environmentalism, Adventure, Leadership, and Service). The DES website maintains a Blog and a Press section to share news and events. DES operates a Secondary School in Agia Marina Koropiou and a Primary School in Varkiza.
Community
Beyond the Classroom workshops and athletics provide after-school programs open to all students from Early Years to Secondary School. Verita's Student Council develops leadership, fosters community awareness, and promotes global citizenship; beginning in Year 4, elected officers organize events and help fundraise for Service Learning Projects and Verita Foundation Initiatives. The Athletics program includes basketball, football, track and field, badminton, and tennis, with opportunities for school and intramural competition. School trips and guest speakers provide live learning experiences that connect classroom work with Athens' culture and environment.
Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
The International Baccalaureate Programme (IB) is offered across Primary, Middle and High School at DES, inviting learners to investigate across and beyond the curriculum through inquiry and personal experiences. The curriculum uses concept-driven, transdisciplinary learning to develop knowledge, skills, attitudes and action in a holistic way, and the IB Learner Profile guides students to become inquirers, thinkers, communicators and internationally minded. Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills include communication, social collaboration, self-management, research and thinking, helping students learn how to learn. Greek and English are the main languages, with Spanish, German or French offered as secondary languages, and the Primary Years Programme includes subjects such as Greek/English, Social Studies, Mathematics, Science, STEM, Coding, Music, Visual Arts and Yoga. The school also emphasizes project-based learning and differentiated, inclusive practice within the IB framework.
Academic & intellectual
Advanced Maths is offered as part of the Beyond the Classroom program. The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning, with classes taught by Verita teachers and specialized instructors. Student agency supports autonomous, self-directed learning.
Arts & creative
Arts & creative
Visual Arts and Music are part of the Primary Years Programme (PYP), and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) includes Arts (Visual and Performing). Design (Digital and Product design), Coding and other creative disciplines are integrated into the MYP as eight subject groups. Projects and inquiry-driven learning, including Project-based Learning in the PYP, foster creativity and creative expression across disciplines. The school also includes Yoga as part of the PYP offering, supporting creative and holistic development.
Arts & creative
Music & Dance, Drama, Arts & Crafts, and Digital Art are offered as part of Beyond the Classroom. These programs are taught by experienced Verita teachers and specialized instructors. They provide creative enrichment beyond the standard curriculum.
Cultural & language
Cultural & language
Greek and English are the main languages, with Spanish, German or French offered as secondary languages. Language development is a core focus, with Greek as an Additional Language (GAL) and English remedial support (ERS) to help learners access the curriculum. DES participates in international exchange and collaboration through Erasmus+ programmes such as SEN GAMES, JMUN and Ai4Ed, and is a Round Square candidate member, binding the school to IDEALS including Internationalism, Democracy, Environmentalism, Adventure, Leadership and Service.
Cultural & language
Languages are offered as part of Beyond the Classroom, including a dedicated Languages program. Greek language lessons are provided daily. Greek Language Lessons Daily are featured in the learning framework.
Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
DES ROBOTS, the school's robotics team, competed in the Panhellenic STEM & Educational Robotics Competition finals in Larissa, earning recognition for collaboration, innovation and teamwork. DES STEM ELITE CLUB represents Greece at the International STEM Olympiad Grand Final 2025 in Barcelona, earning 15 medals with eight students, highlighting the school's commitment to rigorous, collaborative academic pursuits beyond the classroom. These activities foster student teamwork, creativity and engagement with global STEM communities.
Social & hobbies
Chess Club is offered as part of the Beyond the Classroom program. Homework Club is available as part of after-school activities. A broad range of after-school activities supports social interaction and hobbies.
Community & service
Community & service
Service as Action is a core component of the MYP, encouraging students to apply learning beyond the classroom and develop responsibility, empathy and active citizenship. The school is a Candidate Member of Round Square, a global network committed to IDEALS (Internationalism, Democracy, Environmentalism, Adventure, Leadership and Service) and offering transformative opportunities to engage with the world and build meaningful connections. Through Erasmus+ projects and other initiatives, students participate in service-oriented and intercultural activities that connect school life to the wider community.
Community & service
Service Learning Projects are part of Verita's program, with meaningful community service that exposes students to active engagement in real-world contexts. Student councils devote substantial fundraising toward Service Learning Projects and Verita Foundation Initiatives.
Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
Leadership development is promoted through Round Square, which provides opportunities for student leadership, collaboration and service. Service as Action further develops leadership and civic responsibility by engaging students in real-world projects beyond the classroom. Erasmus+ projects like JMUN help students practice diplomacy, teamwork and international collaboration, building professional and leadership skills for the future.
Leadership & professional
Student Council develops leadership skills and advocates for student well-being. Beginning in Year 4, elected student body and class officers work together to serve their fellow classmates and organize campus events.
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
The Approaches to Learning (ATL) emphasise wellbeing and resilience as essential lifelong skills. Yoga is part of the Primary Years Programme, supporting physical and mental wellbeing as part of daily learning. The IB framework also integrates wellbeing through continuous, holistic development and through Round Square's focus on adventure and experiential learning, which encourages outdoor and well-being experiences.
Lifestyle & wellbeing
The athletics program includes basketball, football, track and field, badminton, and tennis, with additional activities such as badminton, martial arts, swimming, and other physical activities offered in the After School Program. Verita also emphasizes well-being with internal programs that promote student and staff safety, kindness, and a caring environment.
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Greek and English are the main languages of instruction. Additional languages offered are Spanish, German and French. Greek as an Additional Language (GAL) and English Remedial Support (ERS) provide language development and literacy support.
Language provision
The school uses the National Curriculum of England & Wales as its guiding framework, augmented by the International Curriculum Association's IEYC, IPC, and IMYC curricula. Greek language lessons are provided daily, and the Greek Language Curriculum is followed by local language teachers; Greek language study is part of the daily program, with an optional after-school class. An English Language Learner (ELL) program supports students who do not have grade-level English proficiency, with either integration into the classroom under ELL support or a pull-out ELL class. Students who master Greek have the opportunity to take part in Greek Language Proficiency Exams.
Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
The school teaches in Greek and English. Subjects are delivered in both Greek and English through CLIL (Content & Language Integrated Learning), without requiring extra teaching hours. This bilingual approach underpins the IB curriculum.
Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
1. Submit the application form with the candidate's details. Attach a birth certificate issued by the Municipality within the last three months before enrolment. Include the Medical Health Form and the Individual Student Health Form provided by the school. Provide academic records or transcripts from the previous educational institution, including an English translation if necessary, and attach recommendations from one or more educators or school administrators from the candidate's most recent educational institution, as well as any recent assessments for learning disabilities. 2. Applicants must have successfully completed the previous academic year. The age of the student should match the intended grade level, and placement in a non-age-appropriate grade is considered on a case-by-case basis. Documentation of any identified special education needs must be provided during the application process; misrepresentation will prompt a review by the school. An interview with the Board of the School or a designated administrative representative is part of the final acceptance process, and the prospective student will also be evaluated by a psychologist to gather information on their psychological well-being and any issues that may need to be addressed in the future. 3. Students who have not attended DES Primary must undergo English and Greek language tests, along with a Mathematics test, based on IB and national standards for their year. These assessments are used to determine readiness for placement within the DES Middle School IB programme. Documentation of any identified special education needs should accompany the application for review during the admissions process. The interview and the written assessment apply to students who have not previously attended DES Primary School. 4. Special learning or behavioral needs: Our school is able to provide a focused level of support for students with mild learning difficulties. Families are urged to disclose any previously identified special needs or prior educational assistance during the application process. Students with documented learning or behavioral concerns will undergo assessment by a designated staff member. Depending on the situation, parents might be requested to ensure additional support for their child, which could involve in-class assistance or external provisions. 5. Admissions and the IB Learner Profile: In line with the IB philosophy, admissions consider each student's unique abilities and potential for growth, promoting inquiry-based learning and nurturing well-rounded individuals who reflect the IB profiles: Inquirers, Reflective, Communicators, Principled, Open-minded, Knowledgeable, Thinkers, Caring, Risk-takers, Balanced. DES Middle School is a candidate school for the MYP; candidate status does not guarantee IB authorization.
Admissions
APPLICATION PROCESS: Verita supports a broad, inclusive and culturally diverse student population. If you're interested in joining, complete an online application to secure an interview appointment; the interview is a required next step. There are no deadlines for applications, but classes close once they reach capacity. Step 2: Schedule an interview (in-person preferred; the interview includes the applicant and parent(s)/guardian(s) and typically lasts 30-45 minutes for Year 3 and above; an online option is available). Step 3: Teacher & Administrator Recommendation Forms: One confidential Teacher Recommendation Form is required for Reception and for Years 1–13; One Administrator Recommendation Form is required for Years 1–13; Verita does not require outside testing or evaluations for acceptance. Step 4: Receive Letter of Acceptance: A letter of acceptance is issued after review of documents and confirmation of space; to secure a spot, a non-refundable registration fee must be paid within ten days; payment details are included in the Acceptance Letter. What Happens Next: In July, families receive a Parent Pak by email; this contains information for the upcoming year; early September orientation day is held. Admissions Policies: Verita considers applicants based on the ability to succeed in programs and contribute to school life; decisions involve admissions staff, school leaders, counselors, and teacher specialists; the Director's decision is final; English Language Learning support is available but may be limited by policy.
Scholarships
Scholarships
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Scholarships
Special tuition accommodations are available for families requiring assistance; a 5% tuition discount is offered for siblings; one-time non-refundable registration fee is €1,500 for all new students; 2026–2027 tuition ranges from €7,480 to €12,320 depending on the year group; Additional fees may include ELL support, textbooks, uniforms, and exams; transportation, meal plan, and after-school programmes are available for additional fees.