Compare Advanced-level SEN International Schools in Athens, Greece

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour Basic

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees €8,400 - 13,600

Type Co-educational

Costeas-Geitonas School (CGS) is a long-established private school in Greece educating students aged 3 to 18. It offers the International Baccalaureate across the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme, with Greek as the main language of instruction in the PYP and English as a secondary language. The 67,000 square metre campus features 103 classrooms, 3 science laboratories, 6 computer labs, and a Research & Media Library with over 25,000 holdings. Facilities include an Outdoor Amphitheatre, a Music Conservatory, a Dance Studio, a Visual Arts Studio and a Radio Station; two indoor heated pools, an outdoor stadium and track, four basketball courts, and a tennis and handball court. CGS runs the Elite Athlete Programme and partnerships with Juventus Academy Athens and the CGS Triathlon Club, together with the Duke of Edinburgh International Award. CGS Ellinikon was announced in 2022, with first students expected in 2026. The school hosts MUN conferences and a broad arts program.

Location

CGS is located in Pallini, Attikis, 15351, Greece. The Pallini area is part of the Attica region near Athens. The campus is accessible by local roads and is served by CGS's transportation services.

Stages

Pre-School & Kindergarten / IB PYP; Primary School / IB PYP; Middle School / IB MYP; High School; IB Diploma Programme

Type

The school is one of Greece's oldest and most prestigious private schools.

Additional learning support

CGS provides inclusive education with a School Counseling Department (SCD) and a Learning Support Team (LST) to support students with learning, social and emotional needs, medical conditions, or mobility challenges. The SCD offers counseling and a range of support services; accommodations include differentiated instruction, extended time, and individualized support plans as needed.

Country affiliation

Greece

Bus service

CGS offers a bus service with defined transport zones (Zone A–Zone E) and corresponding costs for the 2025–2026 academic year.

Overview (Academic year 2025–2026)

Application & registration fees
- Application fee (one-off, non‑refundable): EUR 50.
- New‑student registration fee (one‑off, non‑refundable): EUR 150.

Annual tuition by year group (gross annual amount) and typical payment instalments
- Pre‑K4 / Kindergarten (ages 4–6): EUR 8,400 per year. Instalments under the standard schedule: 1st instalment (40%): EUR 3,360; 2nd instalment (30%): EUR 2,520; 3rd instalment (30%): EUR 2,520.

- Primary School (Grades 1–6): EUR 8,500 per year. Instalments: 1st (40%): EUR 3,400; 2nd (30%): EUR 2,550; 3rd (30%): EUR 2,550.

- Junior High / Middle School (Grades 7–9): EUR 8,980 per year. Instalments: 1st (40%): EUR 3,592; 2nd (30%): EUR 2,694; 3rd (30%): EUR 2,694.

- Senior High (Grade 10): EUR 8,980 per year. Instalments: 1st (40%): EUR 3,592; 2nd (30%): EUR 2,694; 3rd (30%): EUR 2,694.

- Senior High (Grades 11–12): EUR 9,200 per year. Instalments: 1st (40%): EUR 3,680; 2nd (30%): EUR 2,760; 3rd (30%): EUR 2,760.

- IB Diploma Programme (Year 1): EUR 13,600 per year. Instalments: 1st (40%): EUR 5,440; 2nd (30%): EUR 4,080; 3rd (30%): EUR 4,080.

- IB Diploma Programme (Year 2): EUR 13,300 per year. Instalments: 1st (40%): EUR 5,320; 2nd (30%): EUR 3,990; 3rd (30%): EUR 3,990.

How instalments and deposit are handled
- Standard instalment schedule: first payment 40% of the total, second payment 30%, third payment 30%.
- A registration deposit is required at enrolment and is deducted from the first instalment: EUR 1,600 per student for most year groups; EUR 2,000 per student for IB Diploma Programme entrants. The deposit is payable upon completion of registration.
- Families may choose to pay annually; a 3% discount applies for full annual prepayment when made by the stated prepayment date.

Billing schedule and payment terms (dates used for scheduling and invoicing)
- Invoicing periods and standard due dates: 1st instalment due mid‑September, 2nd instalment mid‑December, 3rd instalment mid‑March. Invoices are issued before the provision of the service and are produced up to the 10th working day of each month.
- Specific instalment dates used in the published schedule: 15 September (1st instalment, 40%), 15 December (2nd instalment, 30%), 15 March (3rd instalment, 30%). The deposit is credited against the first instalment.

Transport (school bus) fees
- Annual transport fees by zone (charged in September): Zone A EUR 1,400; Zone B EUR 1,600; Zone C EUR 1,800; Zone D EUR 1,900; Zone E EUR 2,100. A 50% discount is available for single‑direction use where space permits. Transport fees are billed annually.

Food service / catering fees
- Food service fees (annual): 1 day/week EUR 275; 2 days/week EUR 545; 3 days/week EUR 815; 4 days/week EUR 1,075; 5 days/week EUR 1,250. For younger grades where meals are included, this is reflected in the tuition. Food service cancellations require one month's notice.

Other compulsory or recurring charges
- Inspired Metaverse fee: EUR 50 annually (charged in October) for the listed grade groups.
- IB examination charge (applies to IB Diploma exam year): EUR 750 annually (charged in November) where applicable.
- Afternoon zone (SMART) activities, extracurricular activities, school trips, external events, academic contest fees, university‑application support and other optional services are charged separately when used; these are billed per period or per event as applicable.

Uniforms, books and materials
- School uniform and consumable educational materials are not included in the published tuition figures and are charged separately.

Sibling discounts and other discounts
- Sibling discounts (non‑combinable and applied to the younger child): second child receives 8% off tuition of the compulsory programme; third child receives 40% off tuition of the compulsory programme and 50% off transport; fourth child receives 100% (tuition and transport).
- The 3% prepayment discount for full annual payment is available when the full amount is settled by the stated prepayment deadline.

Refunds and cancellation terms
- Application fee and the one‑off new‑student registration fee are non‑refundable.
- Deposit refund on cancellation of registration before the start of the academic year: 100% refund if cancellation occurs by the specified early deadline; 50% refund if cancelled by the subsequent deadline; no refund of the deposit after the final deadline. Advance notice periods and exact calendar cutoff dates are used to determine eligibility for refund.
- For termination of schooling or termination of transport service during the year, one term's prior written notice is required. For termination of catering, one month's prior written notice is required. Refunds or credits are handled in line with billing and invoicing procedures.

Payment methods accepted
- Payments may be made by bank transfer or by debit/credit card. Invoices are issued prior to service provision and adjustments are made via credit notes where applicable.

Notes on additional charges and timing
- Certain optional programmes and activity fees are announced before the start of the school year and charged when the activity takes place; SMART (afternoon zone) enrolment is term‑based and requires commitment for the full term. Changes in SMART enrolment in the first term are generally permitted up to the specified change deadline without charge.

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Curriculum

CGS offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). In the PYP, Greek is the primary language of instruction with English as the secondary language of instruction. CGS provides all three IB programmes for students aged 3–18.

Exam Results

Class of 2025 IB Diploma Programme results: 100% awarded the IB Diploma; average overall score 36.1 out of 45; two students achieved 45/45; 17% scored 40+; 72% scored 35+; 83% were admitted to their first-choice university; 40% were admitted to a Top 150 university.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates gain admission to universities worldwide. For the Class of 2025, 83% were admitted to their first-choice university and 40% to a Top 150 university. University placements include Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU), KU Leuven, University of Amsterdam, Trinity College Dublin, and Bocconi University, among others.

Gifted and Talented

CGS Academia provides enrichment for highly motivated students with high academic performance. The programme offers subjects such as Astrophysics, Visual Arts, Creative Writing, Philosophy, Programming, and Public Speaking. Eligibility includes a GPA of the previous year equal to or greater than 18 and 7/14, with at least four nominations by the subject groups in the grade.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

CGS has Counselling Support Services that promote students' personal development, mental and social well-being, and learning. Experiential activities support social and emotional development at all levels. In the early years, preventive programs focus on emotion recognition and social skills; in later years topics include cyberbullying, identity, and career guidance. Classroom observation helps identify learning strengths and needs and inform support plans. The School Counseling Department includes School Psychologists, a Speech Therapist, an Occupational Therapist and Learning Support Teachers who collaborate with families and teachers to support students.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

CGS has a Learning Support Programme that provides diagnosis, remedial education and targeted support for learners with learning difficulties. The programme supports the learner individually to bolster self-esteem, educates teachers on coping with learning differences, informs parents about the policy, and provides in-class monitoring and support in collaboration with teachers. The School Counseling Department addresses learning challenges and emotional, social and behavioral needs, and includes staff who work with families to develop appropriate support plans. Early identification and inclusive practices are embedded in CGS's inclusion framework.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

From age 3 to 6, the languages of instruction are Modern Greek and English; English is taught as an additional language. English as a Language Acquisition course is mandatory for all students, and from age 8 (Grade 3) students choose a second additional language (French, German or Spanish). In the Middle Years Programme, learners receive language teaching in at least two languages, with Modern Greek as Language and Literature and English as Language and Literature or Language Acquisition, and a second additional language from MYP2. In the Diploma Programme, English is the language of instruction, with other languages offered as Group 2 courses (English, French, German, Spanish).

Mental Wellbeing

CGS supports students' mental and social well-being through Counselling services that accompany academic learning. Experiential activities promote social-emotional skills across the school, with targeted support for emotional needs and pathways to additional assessment when necessary.

Safeguarding

CGS follows the Whole School Inclusion Policy to ensure safe, inclusive education and early identification of learning, emotional and social needs. The School Counseling Department provides support for learning, social, emotional, behavioral, medical, mobility and speech-related needs, and comprises School Psychologists, a Speech Therapist, an Occupational Therapist and Learning Support Teachers. The policy emphasizes collaboration with families and ongoing staff development to implement inclusive practices and accommodations in assessments in line with Greek Ministry of Education and IB policies.

Admissions

IB Mission Statement: The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment. School Mission Statement: At CGS we strive to provide an academic setting where every student's skills and character can flourish to the fullest by encouraging meaningful connections between classroom and real life experiences. Our students work in an environment of ongoing inquiry, cooperation and mutual respect as they acquire a high caliber education and positive life attitudes to make a contribution to the world they live in. Philosophy: Our aspiration is to enroll children and parents who match our educational philosophy, learning culture, ethos and values. The school is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education, and therefore accepts students without discrimination of gender, colour, race, religion or nationality. CGS is a multi-level and multi-faceted school offering the following programmes: Pre-K4 (ages 4 – 5) – IB Primary Years Programme; Kindergarten (ages 5 – 6) – IB Primary Years Programme; Primary School – IB Primary Years Programme (ages 6 – 12); Middle School- 1st grade of High School – IB Middle Years Programme (ages 12-16); High School – 2nd-3rd grade of Lyceum (ages 16-18); International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (ages 16 – 18). Admission criteria: Applications for admission are received throughout the school year. An offer of admission is made based on availability, are in accordance with the school's policies and Greek Ministry of Education regulations. Admission criteria are based on age, academic skills, attitude to learning, and candidate's personal profile, taking into consideration the overall dynamics of our existing classes. Based on the year level and language proficiency, testing and screening for placement purposes will take different forms, including, but not limited to, consideration of academic performance records, a personal interview, school readiness testing, literacy and numeracy proficiency testing and a review of previous special needs documentation and health records. Within this framework, admission is based on: interview with the candidate; candidate's performance in diagnostic assessment tasks, designed according to age and grade requirements; candidate's previous academic records, where applicable; a pedagogical report completed by the candidate's current teacher(s)/school, where applicable; a signed declaration by at least one of the parents/guardians of the candidate, which is GDPR compliant and would inform the school of all known or diagnosed special educational needs, is required. Accordingly, professional evaluations, along with details of extra educational, emotional and/or social support the candidate is receiving, should also be provided at the time of application. Failure to provide the required documentation in due time may result in the cancellation of admission. Admission decisions: All applications are reviewed by the Admissions Committee, which consists of the head of the level for which the candidate is applying, programme coordinators, Head of Admissions office and representatives from CGS School Counseling Department (SCD). Special consideration is given to eligible applicants who are siblings of currently enrolled students and to CGS staff and CGS alumni families. However, an offer is not guaranteed, as it is subject to standard Admissions procedure. CGS reserves the right to decide against proceeding with the enrollment of a candidate in consideration of learning support resources' availability and in accordance with the school's Policies. In case significant social / emotional / behavioral issues or learning differences arise during the enrollment process at the school, there will be close consultation with parents, and it is possible that accommodations, to allow the student to enroll at CGS may be required. Consequently, additional costs for this service may be incurred. This review may also involve requiring parents to seek external evaluation by an external body. In case the Admissions Committee determines that CGS is unable to support a student's needs, or if parents are unwilling to proceed with the student's evaluation, CGS reserves the right to terminate the enrollment procedure. Once the application is complete, including receipt of school records and confidential recommendations (previous academic records, pedagogical reports, etc.), offers are formally made either via telephone or e-mail within two weeks. Confirmation of offer & enrollment: Offers for admission are to be accepted or rejected by candidate families within one week of receipt by contacting the Admissions office. Once the offer has been accepted, parents will be sent an acceptance letter as well as a Registration Approval Form (RAF). In order to confirm enrollment and reserve a place for the admitted applicant, completion of the RAF and payment of the registration fee (in accordance with the school's fees) are due within 10 days of receipt of the acceptance letter. These commitments must be made on a timely basis so that we guarantee that places are held for admitted applicants who indeed wish to enroll, or we may allocate places to other candidates in the wait pool. Partial refunds are made within specific deadlines in accordance with the school's fee policy. Class Placement: It is our policy to make initial tentative placements of students in classes for the coming year, according to a set of clear and fairly managed criteria, which include: Academic range and balance; Balance between new and returning students; Behaviour issues; Friendships / optimal peer relationships; Gender (in order to maintain a balance in the class); Size of the class; Special needs requirements within the class; Teacher's professional judgement / experience / detailed knowledge of child, considering academic and personal abilities and needs. These recommendations are given very careful consideration by the teachers and will remain tentative until after the arrival and assessment of new students is completed at the commencement of the next year. Reserved places: Special consideration is given to eligible applicants who are siblings of currently enrolled students and the offspring of CGS alumni. Nevertheless, admission is not automatic, and it is dependent on the number of applicants and the number of spaces available in each particular grade, as well as the qualifications of each applicant. Wait pool: When the number of eligible applicants exceeds the availability of spaces for a particular grade, students may be placed in a wait pool until a place becomes available. Effort is made to keep parents of applicants in the wait pool updated regarding enrollment status and to confirm whether they wish to remain in the wait pool. For further information on the enrollment procedure please follow the link: Enrollment Procedure. Review process of CGS whole-school admissions policy: The CGS whole-school Admissions policy has been reviewed following discussions among Programme Coordinators, Principals, Head of School Counseling Department, Head of Admissions office and the Head of school. The review process was completed in June 2022. Tuition fee: Tuition Fees | Academic Year 2025 - 2026. Pre-K4/IB PYP (4-5 years) 8,400 €; Kindergarten/IB PYP (5-6 years) 8,400 €; Primary School / IB PYP (Grade 1-6) 8,500 € per grade; Junior High School / IB MYP (Grade 7-9) 8,980 € per grade; Senior High School (Grade 10-12) 8,980–9,200 € per grade; IB Diploma Programme (Year 1) 13,600 €, (Year 2) 13,300 €; Transportation (2025-2026) listed by zone; Food Service options and weekly rates are provided. Transportation details include Zone A, B, C, D, and E with corresponding costs. Attachments include CGS Admissions Policy 2022-23 and related materials. Transportation, food service and other fees are also enumerated.

Scholarships

Financial Aid and Scholarship Fund: CGS is offering academic scholarships for the academic year 2026-27. The scholarships are awarded to students who will be attending A' Gymnasium / MYP2, A' Lyceum / MYP5 and the IB Diploma Programme for the academic year 2026-2027. A maximum of 5 Full Scholarships for A' Gymnasium / MYP2; A maximum of 2 Full Scholarships for A' Lyceum / MYP5; 1 Full and a maximum of 3 Partial Scholarships for the IB Diploma Programme. The granting of a Full Scholarship requires an average score of 80% or higher and success in the personal interview (the student profile is consistent with the International Baccalaureate definition for students attending its programmes). The granting of a Partial Scholarship (30%-80%) requires an average score of 60% or higher (the top 10 candidates with the highest score of over 60%) and success in the personal interview (the student profile is consistent with the International Baccalaureate definition for students attending its programmes). Date of Scholarship Exams (Written component): Sunday 7th March 2026. Deadline for submission of application: Tuesday 3rd March 2026. Arrival Time: 8:30-9:00 a.m. Start Time: 9:30 a.m. Duration of Written Exams: 3 hours (1 hour per subject). Candidates will be assessed in the following courses: A' Gymnasium / MYP2: Mathematics (1 hour), Modern Greek Language (1 hour), English (1 hour). IB Diploma Programme (Subjects Duration): English (Part A: Reading Comprehension; Part B: Composition) 1 hour; Mathematics (Part A: 8-10 MCQs; Part B: 4-5 analytical exercises) 1 hour; Critical thinking test (5 MC exercises in English) 30 minutes. Candidates are not tested on specific material; the applicant's previous study should suffice. To participate, applicants must complete the Academic Scholarship Application Form and submit it with the required documents to the Financial Aid and Scholarship Fund by 1pm Tuesday 3 March 2026. Scholarship Application Form for CGS Students; Scholarship Application Form for non-CGS students. For more information: scholarship@cgs.edu.gr. Attachments include sample exam papers for various subjects and levels.

Waitlist

When the number of eligible applicants exceeds the availability of spaces for a particular grade, students may be placed in a wait pool until a place becomes available. Effort is made to keep parents of applicants in the wait pool updated regarding enrollment status and to confirm whether they wish to remain in the wait pool.

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Lampiri School

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour Basic

Instructs in English

Ages 0 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Lampiri School in Attica, Greece, is a private institution serving ages 0–18. It offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) for students aged 16–19, a two-year course built from six subject groups with core elements Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity, and Service, and the Extended Essay; Lampiri has been an IB World School since June 2017. In addition to the DP, Lampiri runs pre-IB courses for Year 10 and provides university application guidance plus English language support. The Moschato campus has classrooms and spaces for Music, Arts, IT, Remedial Teaching, and Foreign Languages, plus a Ballet Studio, Auditorium, Science Laboratory, Lending Library, and on-site Clinic. Nursery facilities are housed in a neoclassical building in Nea Faliro, with expansions completed in 2016. Extracurricular life includes journalism, Model United Nations, and Mathematics competitions, with CAS projects and community service. Lampiri has a history dating back to 1963, reflecting a commitment to private education alongside IB preparation and university guidance.

Location

Located in Moschato, a suburb of Athens in Attica, Lampiri School is near the city centre and the southern suburbs. The Moschato campus is on Ilissou Street (Ilissou 113), Moschato 18345. In 2003, the Infant Center was added to the existing primary and secondary structures in Neo Faliro, and in 2016 new facilities opened to house the Infant Center and Moschato Kindergarten. The school hosts an International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme department as part of Lampiri IB World School.

Stages

Preschool – Nursery/Kindergarten; Primary; Gymnasium – Lyceum (middle and high school).

Type

Private educational institution

Additional learning support

Lampiri provides Inclusion / Special Educational Needs (SEN) support within the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The SEN policy covers identification of learning needs, Individualized Learning Plans (IEPs), differentiated instruction, in-class accommodations, small-group and one-on-one support, and IB exam accommodations where needed, with confidentiality and collaboration among teachers, the IB coordinator, and parents.

Country affiliation

Greece

Overview

- The school requires payment of an enrolment deposit (referred to as a registration/advance installment) at the time the application/registration is submitted; this deposit secures the pupil's place and is treated as non‑returnable under the school's enrolment rules.

Application / Registration Fees

- A specific numeric application fee is not published in the school's publicly available enrolment material. Instead, the enrolment process requires payment of the amount(s) stated on the registration form (a registration advance/dose) as part of the application. The registration advance is retained if the parent withdraws; the school treats the registration advance and any earned fees as non‑refundable once payable.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- No publicly posted, itemised tuition amounts (per term or per year, by specific year group or grade) for the 2026/27 academic year or for 2025/26 were located in the school's public materials reviewed. The school's published material confirms that annual tuition is defined per pupil and that any discounts or special arrangements are set out in the enrolment documents, but it does not publish fixed numeric rates in the publicly accessible documents consulted.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition may be paid either in full (one payment) or by instalments. Instalment schedules and dates must be recorded on the registration/enrolment forms; any agreed instalment plan and its dates are binding. Extensions of instalment due dates require the school's written consent in advance. Late or missed payments render the amounts immediately due and the school may seek recovery through legal means. Discounts or other concessions (when offered) are conditional on timely payment.

Boarding fees

- No boarding programme or boarding fees are listed in the school's public programme descriptions; the school operates as a day school across its advertised grade levels. If boarding services were to be provided, those charges are not published in the public materials reviewed.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- School supplies and prescribed stationery: the school publishes detailed lists of required stationery and educational materials for early years and primary classes; these items are charged to parents/guardians as standard consumable/supply costs.

- Optional and ancillary services: optional services (for example extended-day programmes, extracurricular activities, swimming or similar paid provisions) are treated as separately chargeable items; the school's regulations specify that additional services chosen by the parent are billed according to the agreement between parent and school. School transport (school buses) and meal/school‑catering options are referenced as separate services and are typically charged in addition to tuition.

- Uniforms: a required uniform fee line item is not published in the materials inspected; however certain clothing/equipment items (e.g., protective smocks for arts) and lists of required kit are published for relevant age groups.

Refund and withdrawal policy (financial effects of withdrawal or non‑attendance)

- Withdrawal before the start of the school year: the parent may withdraw up to the day before the start of the school year; in that case the paid registration advance is forfeited while the parent is released from further financial obligation for that year. After the school year begins, the parent remains financially liable for the full tuition for the year unless the interruption is due to the school's fault and the school expressly agrees otherwise. The school's rules state explicitly that the registration advance and amounts already earned are not returned. If the school cancels a class or cannot provide a service because it does not operate that class, any unearned amounts for that cancelled provision may be returned.

Fee payment options

- The school's published privacy/payment information lists the following payment processing methods: credit card (via secure e‑commerce environment), bank e‑commerce (bank payment gateway) and PayPal; third‑party payment processors are used for card/online payments. Other traditional methods (bank transfer or payment at the school office) are not explicitly listed in the publicly posted privacy text but are commonly used in private school billing practices and may be available—any accepted methods and their details are recorded in the enrolment/billing documentation.

Summary of the available fee details

- The school's enrolment and internal regulations set out the framework for fees (requirement to pay a registration advance, option to pay in full or by instalments, binding instalment dates, non‑refundability of the registration advance once paid, and treatment of optional services as separately chargeable). However, specific numeric tuition amounts by year group or per term for the 2026/27 academic year (and for 2025/26) are not published in the public materials consulted. The materials reviewed include the school homepage, enrolment form page, published stationery lists, and the school's internal financial and enrolment regulation document.

Boarding Arrangements

The school provides day schooling; there are no boarding facilities.

Uniform Requirement

Nursery, Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten students wear daily the school uniform (sports outfit).

Food Options

The nutrition program for our nurseries and kindergartens is approved by the school's pediatrician and the details are emailed to families at the start of each month. For students with special dietary needs, the teacher should be informed in writing; for more serious cases, the appropriate office should be contacted.

Governance and Ownership

Ownership is held by M. Lampiri & Co. O.E. (general partnership).

Curriculum

Lampiri offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) for students aged 16–19, and since 2017 Lampiri IB World School provides the DP. The DP is a two‑year pre‑university course with six subject groups and three core elements: Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS), and the Extended Essay (EE). Students study across Groups 1–6 and normally take three subjects at Higher Level and the rest at Standard Level. Group 1 Language A includes Modern Greek language and literature and Chinese language and literature; Group 2 Language Acquisition includes English B, German B, French B, and Arabic B; Group 3 includes Environmental System and Societies, Business Management, Psychology, Economics; Group 4 includes Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental System and Societies; Group 5 includes Mathematics: Analysis & approaches and Mathematics: Applications & interpretations; Group 6 includes Visual Arts. The diploma preparation is complemented by pre‑IB courses for Year 10 and university application guidance plus additional English language classes.

Student Teacher Ratio

Small class sizes.

Higher Education Progression

The Diploma Programme is internationally recognized as a high standard in university preparation. More than 1,000 colleges and universities have recognition policies for DP in admissions, advanced standing, or credit. Lampiri provides university application guidance and support.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

We create a functional and stimulating learning environment, and the core of our approach is the active and meaningful involvement of the student in acquiring new knowledge. Children have regular opportunities to interact with the natural and social environment, freely choose activities, explore and discover. In spacious, well-organized classrooms, learning occurs in groups to highlight the value of teamwork and joint discovery. By leveraging group dynamics, students learn to collaborate harmoniously, socialize, develop critical thinking, and cultivate the capacity for reflection.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Lampiri provides support for learners with special educational needs in the IB Diploma Programme. Inclusion is defined as an ongoing process to increase access and engagement by identifying and removing barriers. Support for SEN includes curriculum modification, enrichment activities, classroom accommodations, small-group instruction, and one-on-one support; pull-out services are provided when needed to meet academic, social, or behavioral needs. Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) are written for students identified for special education services, are confidential, and are revised annually. All students with an IEP follow the same curriculum as peers, with modifications to content or assessment where required. When necessary, Lampiri engages outside professionals such as educational psychologists or speech and language therapists, with parents covering the costs. Confidentiality is maintained; student files are kept in a locked area and information is shared only with staff who need to know.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Additional English language classes are provided.

Mental Wellbeing

Lampiri is committed to a safe and supportive learning environment in which students with special educational needs thrive academically, socially and emotionally. The school recognises mental health as part of overall learning and supports social and emotional development through inclusive teaching and appropriate assessment practices. When needed, outside professionals such as educational psychologists or other specialists may be engaged to support learning and wellbeing, with costs borne by families as applicable. Individualized plans (IEPs) guide targeted support and are reviewed annually, and confidentiality is protected with shared information limited to those who need to know. The school emphasizes collaboration among teachers, the IB coordinator, and families to promote student wellbeing.

Safeguarding

Lampiri provides a safe and supportive learning environment. Confidentiality is safeguarded; student records are stored securely and information is shared only with staff who need to know. Parents/guardians are essential partners in safeguarding and are kept informed about welfare matters. When needed, the school may engage external professionals to support student welfare. Safeguarding arrangements are integrated with the school's inclusive approach to education and with the needs of IB Diploma Programme students to ensure a secure and supportive learning experience.

Admissions

1. Applications of interest for enrollment are accepted throughout the school year. Enrollments occur only if there are available places in the respective departments and are allocated on a strict first-come, first-served basis. Siblings of current students have enrollment priority. Parents/guardians can submit an Expression of Interest after completing a personal briefing with the admissions staff. 2. Personal briefings are by appointment and arranged through the school's administration. During the briefing, parents/guardians are informed about the school's academic program and the services offered. Contact details for the General Lyceum – Gymnasium, the Primary School, and the N/Π (Kindergarten) locations are provided, including addresses and phone numbers. 3. After submitting the Expression of Interest, the candidate's place is reserved for seven days. If parents/guardians do not respond promptly or complete enrollment, the place is released. Enrollment is completed by the parents/guardians submitting the Enrollment Application, the school's acceptance, and payment of the tuition deposit. A meeting with prospective students and a tour of the school is arranged for a later date, though a meeting may occur before enrollment is completed if necessary. The acquaintance and evaluation of the candidate aim to obtain a complete picture of the candidate's skills, aptitudes, and personality to support their development during attendance and up to graduation.

Scholarships

Indicative material for IB Diploma Programme scholarship examinations. Greek Language and Literature; Thematic cycles from the syllabus of the first year of Lyceum; Language; Language acquisition; Literacy; Leisure time – Entertainment; Adolescence; Generation gap; Dialogue; Mass media; Theory from the course of Writing and Expression and Literature; The paragraph: structural elements and development; Rhetorical appeals (logical, emotional, ethical); The communicative situation (context), text types (article, letter, presentation, interview, review, website, etc.); Lexicogrammatical phenomena: meanings of words (synonyms, antonyms), literal and figurative usage, direct and indirect speech, verb voices, active and passive, punctuation, figures of speech; Elements of style; Commentary on the text topic and recipient; Commentary on the author's linguistic choices; Narrative techniques and expressive devices. English Language: Paper 1 requires 250–400 words in 45 minutes; Writing topics include Lifestyles, Health and wellbeing, Leisure activities, Holidays and travel, Customs and traditions, Migration, Communication and media, Technology, Scientific innovation; Types of texts include Blog, Email, Essay, Formal letter; Paper 2 consists of three reading comprehension texts to answer in 45 minutes. Mathematics (Algebra, Real numbers, Order of real numbers, Absolute value, Roots, Powers and exponent rules, Equations of first and second degree, Inequalities, Progressions including arithmetic and geometric, Geometry with triangles, circle, polygons, measurement and arc length; Trigonometry including tangent, sine and cosine, angles; Parallel lines, properties of parallelograms, cyclic quadrilaterals, circle geometry, tangent segments; Circle relations, properties of supplementary angles, trigonometric identities; The statement that candidates will not be tested on proofs of theory.)

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Lycée Franco-Hellénique Eugene Delacroix

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour None

Instructs in French, English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees €5,039 - 6,842

Type Co-educational

LFHED is a bilingual French–Greek lycée in Agia Paraskevi, Athens, serving ages 3 to 18. It follows the Greek Ministry of Education curriculum with exemptions that reflect its dual orientation, preparing students for Greek higher education through panhellenic exams and for French universities via Parcoursup. The school is the only Greek establishment where French-language instruction is certified by the French state. It operates two worlds in one: a French curriculum from preschool to terminale and a Greek curriculum from Gymnasio to Lykeio, on a campus. A strong Vie Scolaire supports well-being, with a CPE and eleven education assistants, and guidance on studies in France. Facilities include a large dining hall and the Bibliothèque Centre Documentaire (BCD) with about 12,000 works. The AES after-school program provides activities in French and Greek, including sport (swimming, tennis), arts, and robotics. Erasmus+ exchanges and a Model United Nations program enrich student life for all.

Location

Agia Paraskevi, Athens, Greece. Address: Chlois & Trikalon streets, 153 42 Agia Paraskevi, Athens. Phone: +30 21 1300 9100.

Stages

Preschool through Lycée (maternelle to high school).

Type

French international school affiliated with the AEFE network.

Additional learning support

Inclusive education.

Country affiliation

Greece

Bus service

The school operates a school transport service with 24 routes across the Athens metropolitan area. Arrival is scheduled at 07:45; returns are at 14:45 and 16:45 on weekdays. Live tracking is available on each bus. The service has zone-based pricing (Zone 1 to Zone 5) with defined areas and annual rates.

Academic year covered
- Academic year: 2025/2026.

Application fees and initial charges
- Application (frais de dossier) for processing an enrolment request: EUR 40.
- One-time first‑time registration fee (droit de première inscription), payable on acceptance: EUR 900. This fee is payable once per pupil and is not refundable in case of withdrawal.
- Annual mandatory insurance contribution (individual accident and civil liability): EUR 12 per pupil.
- Examination-related administrative fee (facturé au 2ᵉ trimestre): EUR 30.

Tuition fees by school section (annual amount and per‑term breakdown)
- Payment structure: fees are billed by trimester: 1st term 40% of the annual fee, 2nd term 30%, 3rd term 30%. For the 2025/2026 schedule the term payment deadlines were 17 October 2025, 18 February 2026 and 30 April 2026. All started trimesters are due in full.

- Maternelle (pre‑school): Annual tuition EUR 5,819 — Term 1: EUR 2,327.60; Term 2: EUR 1,745.70; Term 3: EUR 1,745.70.
- Élémentaire — CP: Annual tuition EUR 5,819 — Term 1: EUR 2,327.60; Term 2: EUR 1,745.70; Term 3: EUR 1,745.70.
- Élémentaire — CE1: Annual tuition EUR 5,819 — Term 1: EUR 2,327.60; Term 2: EUR 1,745.70; Term 3: EUR 1,745.70.
- Élémentaire — CE2: Annual tuition EUR 5,819 — Term 1: EUR 2,327.60; Term 2: EUR 1,745.70; Term 3: EUR 1,745.70.
- Élémentaire — CM1: Annual tuition EUR 5,224 — Term 1: EUR 2,089.60; Term 2: EUR 1,567.20; Term 3: EUR 1,567.20.
- Élémentaire — CM2: Annual tuition EUR 4,997 — Term 1: EUR 1,998.80; Term 2: EUR 1,499.10; Term 3: EUR 1,499.10.
- Collège (general): Annual tuition EUR 5,371 — Term 1: EUR 2,148.40; Term 2: EUR 1,611.30; Term 3: EUR 1,611.30.
- Collège SI (6ème): Annual tuition EUR 5,771 — Term 1: EUR 2,308.40; Term 2: EUR 1,731.30; Term 3: EUR 1,731.30.
- Lycée (general secondary): Annual tuition EUR 5,635 — Term 1: EUR 2,254.00; Term 2: EUR 1,690.50; Term 3: EUR 1,690.50.
- BTS (post‑secondary vocational cycle): Annual tuition EUR 6,800 — Term 1: EUR 2,720.00; Term 2: EUR 2,040.00; Term 3: EUR 2,040.00.

School catering (meal) charges
- Annual meal subscription options and the per‑term breakdown (2025/26):
- Petit menu (for PS, MS, GS, CP, CE1): Annual EUR 875 — Term 1: EUR 350; Term 2: EUR 262.50; Term 3: EUR 262.50.
- Menu (entrée, plat chaud, dessert) (CE2 to Terminale): Annual EUR 962.50 — Term 1: EUR 385; Term 2: EUR 288.75; Term 3: EUR 288.75.
- Plat du jour (secondary): Annual EUR 787.50 — Term 1: EUR 315; Term 2: EUR 236.25; Term 3: EUR 236.25.
- Occasional single‑meal prices (unit tariff): Petit menu EUR 5.50; Menu EUR 6.05; Plat du jour EUR 4.95. A 10% surcharge applies when meals are taken occasionally rather than via subscription.

Transport (school bus) fees
- Transport fees are annual, forfaitary and determined by distance/stop chosen; they are billed annually and follow the same 40/30/30 term split. Example annual transport tiers published for 2025/26 include: EUR 1,612; EUR 1,728; EUR 1,817; EUR 1,949; EUR 2,050 (amount depends on chosen stop). Non‑payment may result in prohibition from using the service.

Optional extra‑curricular charges and supervision
- Activités péri‑éducatives (optional extra‑school activities): EUR 405 (annual).
- Garderie (childcare): EUR 201 (annual).
- Études dirigées & BCD‑Ciné‑club: EUR 261 (annual).
- Aide aux leçons: EUR 405 (annual).

Examination fees
- Épreuves anticipées du Baccalauréat (anticipatory written exams): EUR 115.
- Brevet des collèges (national lower‑secondary exam): EUR 65.
- Baccalauréat (final national exam): EUR 350.

Discounts and special conditions
- Large‑family reduction: families with three children simultaneously enrolled receive a 10% reduction on tuition and transport for each child; from the fourth child (or in case of triplets) a 15% reduction on tuition is applied to the sibling(s).
- Fees are increased by 20% when an employer directly or indirectly pays the pupil's tuition.
- Pupils awarded French government school grants (bourses) have invoices adjusted to reflect the grant amounts; first‑term invoices may be subsequently regularised once grant quotities are confirmed.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Invoices are issued per term; the school requires payment at the start of each trimester. Any started trimester is fully due. Late payment after reminders may lead to debt recovery procedures and can affect re‑enrolment. Term deadlines published for 2025/26 were: 17 October 2025 (1st term), 18 February 2026 (2nd term), 30 April 2026 (3rd term).

Refunds and non‑refundability
- The one‑time first‑time registration fee (EUR 900) is not refundable in case of withdrawal. Any begun trimester remains payable in full. Specific refundable/non‑refundable conditions for other items (transport, extras) follow the school's financial regulations and invoices.

Payment methods and practical payment instructions
- Accepted payment methods: Visa and MasterCard by phone or via the school's secure online parent finance portal; bank transfer is accepted. For card payments a telephone option is available (contact indicated in the school's finance information). For bank transfers the school publishes Alpha Bank and Eurobank account details and requests that the pupil's name and class be used as payment reference and that the bank receipt be uploaded to the parent portal. Example bank details published for payments are:
- Alpha Bank IBAN: GR0701401380138002002001940 — SWIFT: CRBAGRAAXXX.
- Eurobank IBAN: GR0802600450000910200348325 — SWIFT: ERBKGRAA.
- The school indicates that online card payments appear immediately in the parent account; for transfers parents should upload the bank receipt to the parent documents area. Failure to pay by the stated dates may result in administrative actions.

Other administrative notes related to fees
- Transport fees are annual and cannot be prorated according to particular situations. Non‑payment may lead to restriction of service.
- Re‑registration for a following year may be refused if fees from prior years remain unpaid.

Food Options

The school has two dining facilities. The school restaurant is open from 07:45 to 15:00 and offers varied, balanced meals; students not taking the daily menu may eat on-site a meal brought from home. The terrace cafeteria is open from 07:45 to 14:30 and offers fast-food options; it is reserved for students in the collège and lycée. Menus are varied and balanced, with monthly menus and daily dishes posted. The 2024-2025 meal prices per trimester are: Petit Menu for PS to CE1 €875; Menu for CE2 to Terminale €962.50; Plat du jour for Secondary €787.50.

Governance and Ownership

LFHED is part of the AEFE network and is homologated by the French Ministry of National Education. The school is governed by two bodies: the Conseil d'établissement, which handles the establishment's project, calendar, timetables, life at school, orientation, trips, and the health and citizenship education policy; it meets at least three times per year and is a tripartite body with equal representation of administration, staff, and parent and pupil representatives, and it is chaired by the Principal. The Conseil d'école supervises life at the school and all extracurricular activities from Petite Section through CM2; it meets three times per year with parent delegates and is chaired by the Primary Director.

Curriculum

LFHED follows the Greek Ministry of Education curriculum with exemptions that reflect its dual orientation: it prepares students for entry into Greek higher education through panhellenic exams and for French universities via Parcoursup. The school is the only Greek establishment where French-language instruction is certified by the French state. Innovations include extra support hours in orientation subjects, a strong guidance and counseling system, agreements with French universities, and the organization of a foreign universities fair. The Lycée operates two worlds in one: a bilingual, bicultural environment with two distinct sections, offering a French curriculum from preschool through terminale and a Greek curriculum from Gymnasio to Lykeio.

Exam Results

Examination results attest to the quality of teaching at LFHED: DNB 2025: 99.2% pass rate with 88% of students receiving mentions (54% Very Good, 21% Good, 13% Quite Good). Baccalauréat – French Section 2025: 100% pass rate with 85% receiving mentions (33% Very Good, 31% Good, 21% Quite Good). Panhellenic 2025: among the top grade bands (16–18 and 18–20) the school's students achieve higher success rates than the panhellenic average; 100% are admitted to universities.

Higher Education Progression

The school aims to help students access high-quality universities in France and abroad. Specific actions include coordinated preparation for the final two years of lycée for studies and daily life in France, ongoing professional development for teachers to apply preparatory pedagogy, Campus France activities at the Institut Français, information for parents and students about French universities, personalized assistance with admission dossiers, university visits, and formal cooperation protocols with universities (e.g., Grenoble, Lyon I – IUT, Lyon III, ESCEM) to ensure students receive priority admission, housing assistance, and tutoring during the lycée–university transition.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

LFHED embraces an inclusive education approach to meet the needs of all students, respecting the diversity of profiles, pathways, and learning paces. It promotes a culture of benevolence, respect for differences, and solidarity. Attentive student follow-up is provided throughout schooling in close collaboration with teaching teams, students, and families, with regular meetings to understand needs and co-create responses. The school informs and supports families, offering times for dialogue and personalized guidance when needed, and the integration of AESH staff strengthens cooperation within the community. The LFHED MUN program develops public speaking, teamwork, and civic engagement.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

LFHED follows an inclusive approach to meet the needs of all learners, respecting diversity of profiles, backgrounds, and learning paces. It relies on a committed educational community attentive to student needs and open to evolving pedagogical practices. Accommodations and adaptations aim to facilitate access to learning, autonomy, and participation in school life. The school informs and supports families through exchanges and personalized guidance when necessary, and the inclusion of AESH is part of this approach.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

In the Greek section, French is taught as the first foreign language with five to six hours of instruction per week, and English is taught as the second foreign language with two to three hours per week.

Mental Wellbeing

Wellbeing is supported by a culture of benevolence, respect for differences, and solidarity within the school community. The school emphasizes inclusion and ongoing awareness activities for students and adults to promote empathy and a positive school climate.

Safeguarding

An inclusive approach includes the welcome and integration of AESH to support students; a dedicated inclusive school referent, Mme Georgia Gounari, provides information and guidance. The school is part of the AEFE network and is approved by the French Ministry of Education. Contact georgia.gounari@lfh.gr for information related to school inclusion and support.

Admissions

Primary admissions: Admissions to the French-section primary school are handled by the Admissions Secretariat, Ms. Maryline Duhamel. This procedure does not concern students already enrolled at LFHED. Secondary admissions: Admission procedure to the College or Lycee of the French Section. The Admissions Secretariat is Ms. Maryline Duhamel. 211 3009135. For the Greek-section admissions, please consult the file below for the Greek Section's Greek Gymnasium pre-registration for the 2026-2027 school year: Pre-registration in A' Gymnasium for the 2026-2027 school year; Enrollment in the Gymnasium of the Greek Section; Enrollment in the Lyceum of the Greek Section. Please consult the file below.

Scholarships

Principles of allocation: Scholarships are awarded based on financial need and may cover all or part of tuition fees. They can be awarded to children enrolled in a French-established school abroad, in pre-elementary, elementary, and secondary cycles. Conditions of allocation: - Nationality: Children for whom a scholarship is requested must be French nationals. - Consular registration: Children candidates for a scholarship must be registered in the world register of French citizens living abroad. - Family residence: Children must reside with at least one parent in the country where the school is located. Any deviation must be justified. - Age: To be eligible for a scholarship, a child must have reached the normal entry age for maternelle petite section, i.e., 3 years old in the calendar year of the school year (child born in 2019). Demande de bourses scolaires et dépôt des dossiers: The form and the list of required documents can be downloaded at gr.ambafrance.org (Bourses scolaires 2025-2026). They are also available at the Consular Section and at LFHED. The scholarship application form must be completed by the family and under its responsibility. Note: Any scholarship application must be submitted in parallel with LFHED's admission application.

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