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Affordable International Schools in Greece

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About international schools in Greece

Affordable international schools in Greece are a mixed group that includes smaller English-language schools, bilingual Greek - international schools and foreign-curriculum schools that publish lower fees than the premium international campuses found in wealthier Athens suburbs. Many offer internationally recognised programmes such as the International Baccalaureate, adapted British (Cambridge/IGCSE/A-level) or American-style tracks, often alongside the Greek national curriculum in bilingual models. Published tuition at more budget-friendly options can range from a few thousand euros a year up to mid-five figures, while realistic family budgets should also allow separately for transport, meals and exam or registration charges. The school year runs broadly from September to June, rolling admissions are common but popular year groups fill early, and applications typically require previous-school records, identity documents and a language assessment.

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At a glance 19 schools · avg fee EUR 10,641
Schools listed
19
Curricula
18
Average annual fee
EUR 10,641
Fee range
EUR 5,039 – 16,500
Most common curriculum
IB (DP) (9 schools)
Average school size
1,365 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Pierce The American College of Greece - Aghia Paraskevi
Oldest
Pierce The American College of Greece - Aghia Paraskevi (1875)

17 international schools in Athens

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2 international schools in Glyfada

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FAQs for Greece

Which curricula are commonly available at affordable international schools in Greece?
You will commonly find the International Baccalaureate alongside British (Cambridge/IGCSE and A-level) and American-style programmes, plus schools that follow the Greek national curriculum with enhanced English instruction (bilingual CLIL models). The precise offering varies by school, so check whether a school is authorised for the full IB continuum or only individual IB programmes and whether they run Cambridge or US-accredited pathways.
How much should we expect to pay each year at an affordable international school?
Published fees at lower-cost international and international-style schools in Greece can start at a few thousand euros and commonly sit in the mid-thousands to low tens of thousands, with averages around the €10 - 12k mark in Athens; high-end extras such as transport, lunches and external exam fees are often charged separately. Look for the school’s full fee schedule and ask for a sample invoice so you can compare tuition plus typical extras.
When should we apply and what is the admissions rhythm?
The academic year generally runs from September to June and many schools operate rolling admissions, but popular year groups and well-located schools can fill places several months in advance. Start enquiries as soon as you know your moving dates, prepare previous-school records, birth documents and any residency paperwork, and expect a language or placement assessment as part of the process.
What languages are used for teaching and how is English support handled?
Most international schools use English as the main language of instruction while providing Greek language lessons; some bilingual schools teach selected subjects through English and Greek using CLIL approaches. Schools commonly offer additional modern languages such as French, German or Spanish, and many run English-as-an-additional-language (EAL) or tailored language support for learners joining with limited English.
How should we judge affordability without sacrificing a good education?
Compare what the tuition covers (technology, textbooks, activities, pastoral support and specialist staff), inspect class sizes and staff qualifications, and ask for recent sample reports or the school’s approach to supporting children learning English. Visiting in person where possible, speaking to current parents and requesting transparent fee breakdowns will help you weigh value rather than just headline price.