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British Curriculum International Schools in Athens, Greece

Compare 7 British Curriculum international schools in Athens, Greece. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 10,583), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
7
Curricula
15
Average annual fee
EUR 10,583
Fee range
EUR 5,039 – 16,500
More school facts
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (4 schools)
Average school size
1,350 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Doukas School
Oldest
Lycée Franco-Hellénique Eugene Delacroix (1952)
About international schools in Athens, Greece

British-curriculum international schools in Athens teach the English National Curriculum adapted for an international setting, commonly leading to Cambridge or Edexcel IGCSEs in Years 10 - 11 and A-Levels (or, in a few cases, the IB) in the final two years. Instruction is primarily in English while Greek is normally taught as a compulsory subject and schools frequently offer additional language support or bilingual options to help newly arrived pupils. Annual tuition for British-curriculum schools in the Athens area typically falls roughly between €8,000 and €16,000 a year, with senior-school fees and external exam years toward the higher end and extra costs for registration, lunches and school trips; some foreign-curriculum schools are also subject to a state fee cap. Admissions follow the academic year rhythm (main intake in September) and usually require an application, an English-level assessment and, for older pupils, subject interviews or entrance tests - many schools maintain waiting lists for popular year groups. Relocating families should plan applications several months ahead, check how each school supports Greek language learning and university guidance, and verify current published fees and vacancies directly with the school.

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FAQs for Greece

What does a “British curriculum” school in Athens actually teach and examine?
Most follow the National Curriculum of England adapted for an international cohort: primary Key Stages through to Years 10 - 11 where pupils normally study IGCSEs, then Sixth Form options that lead to A-Levels or, in some schools, the IB Diploma. Schools may use Cambridge International or Pearson Edexcel exam boards for IGCSEs and A-Levels and will publish subject lists and examination routes on their prospectus.
What ages and qualifications are covered by British schools here?
British-curriculum schools in Athens typically cover early years through to age 18, with nursery and primary provision followed by secondary IGCSEs (ages 14 - 16) and two years of post-16 study (A-Levels or IB) for university entrance. Some schools adapt their upper-school offer (for example offering the IB instead of A-Levels), so check each school’s senior-school qualifications.
Is teaching done in English, and will my child learn Greek?
The medium of instruction in British international schools in Athens is English, but Greek language and culture are commonly taught as part of the timetable and many schools require Greek lessons up to mid-teens. Schools also provide English as an Additional Language (EAL) or language support classes for pupils who need them.
How much should we budget for fees and extra costs?
Published annual tuition at British-curriculum international schools in Athens commonly ranges from the low-to-mid thousands into the mid-teens of thousands of euros, with nursery years often cheaper and senior/externally-exam years costing more; examples from recent fee schedules show nursery bands around €8 - 9k and senior bands into the €13 - 16k region. Families should also budget separately for registration/enrolment fees, school meals, transport, uniforms, trips and exam fees, and check whether a school falls under the state’s foreign-curriculum fee rules.
When should we apply and what are common admissions checks?
The main intake is for the September term, so many families start enquiries and applications several months in advance; smaller intakes or mid-year places are possible but availability is limited and popular year groups may have waiting lists. Admissions typically include submission of previous school reports, an English proficiency assessment (and sometimes numeracy or subject tests for older pupils), and a meeting or interview with the school.
What should parents compare when choosing between British schools in Athens?
Look for curriculum and exam pathways (IGCSE/A-Level versus IB), the school’s approach to Greek language and integration, EAL and learning-support provision, inspection or accreditation status, pastoral care and university-placement guidance, plus up-to-date published fees and class sizes. Visiting the campus, asking to see a recent prospectus or handbook and checking published inspection or accreditation reports will help you compare how each school supports academic progress and wellbeing.