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Arts School of Gerakas

Instructs in English

Pupils 333

Type Co-educational

Arts School of Gerakas sits in Gerakas, Attica, at Skiathou and Irakleias. It operates as a coeducational day school within the Greek public education system. The curriculum combines a French Curriculum with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme framework, and it is currently a Candidate School for the DP, pursuing authorization to become an IB World School. Founded in 2004, it was the first school of its kind in Greece, created to enrich education by nurturing students' interest in the arts and their creativity. The school emphasizes painting, theatre, dance and contemporary forms of expression, while continuing to deliver academic study. The campus supports a flexible curriculum that blends scholarly learning with artistic development. A hallmark of the institution is its commitment to integrating arts within a public education setting, preparing students for further study in a bilingual or multilingual environment. Facilities support studios, galleries and performance spaces for learners worldwide.

Location

The Arts School of Gerakas is located in Gerakas, Attiki (Athens area), at Irakleias & Skiathou, 15344. This places it in eastern Attica, within a residential suburb of Athens. Transport options include local bus routes serving Pallini and Gerakas neighborhoods.

Stages

The school operates as a secondary art school with a public/government affiliation.

Type

Coeducational day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix

No nationality mix data published on the source.

Additional learning support

Information not published on the provided source.

Country affiliation

Public (Greek public education system).

Religious affiliation

No religious affiliation is indicated.

School day structure

Education is on a daytime schedule for a school day with typical public school hours (exact hours not stated on the source).

Bus service

No specific external bus service details published on the source.

Application fees

- There is no application fee for admission to Arts School of Gerakas (Καλλιτεχνικό Σχολείο Γέρακα).

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

- There are no tuition fees for any year group. Education at Arts School of Gerakas is provided without compulsory tuition charges for Gymnasium and Lyceum classes; therefore the per-term and per-year tuition amount for all year groups is EUR 0.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- There is no regular billing schedule for tuition because no tuition is charged. Any charges that may arise (see “Other costs or fees” below) are handled on an ad hoc basis and are billed or collected only when a specific service, activity, or external provider requires payment.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- The school operates as a day secondary school; there are no boarding facilities and no boarding fees for students.

Other costs or fees (uniform, materials, transport, trips, extracurriculars)

- There is no compulsory school uniform fee charged by the school. Routine personal school supplies and specialised art materials (paints, canvases, costumes, props, dance shoes, etc.) are the responsibility of families and are paid directly by parents as required.

- School-run or third-party costs may occur for optional activities such as field trips, performances, exhibitions, special workshops, or external courses; these costs, when levied, are charged per event or activity.

- Organized student transport (school bus routes) is provided under the school's transport arrangements; transport may be subject to separate eligibility rules or charges administered by the responsible authority or transport provider. Where transport is provided or contracted, any applicable fees or contribution requests are managed separately from school tuition and billed by the transport provider or the responsible municipal/contracting body.

Refund information

- Because no application or tuition fees are charged, there is no tuition refund policy required for those items. For optional paid services (for example transport, external workshops, paid trips or hired facilities), any refund, cancellation, or adjustment follows the terms set by the organiser or contracting provider for that specific service; such terms are applied on a case-by-case basis. The school's transport guidance and contractor arrangements reference provider responsibility where third-party transport is used.

Fee payment options

- There are no standard school tuition payment methods because no tuition is charged. When optional services or third-party activities require payment, the payment method is determined by the school or the external provider for that specific activity; those arrangements are typically communicated to parents for each charge and may include payment to the provider or to the school office as instructed.

History

The Arts School of Gerakas is the first school of this type in Greece. It was founded in 2004 to enrich general education by encouraging interest in the arts and fostering students' creativity. With emphasis on painting, theatre, dance and contemporary forms of expression, the school offers a dynamic curriculum that blends academic and artistic development. The Arts School of Gerakas is a Candidate School for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. Only IB-authorized schools can offer any of the IB's four programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme or the Career-related Programme (CP).

Community

Events & Projects showcase student creativity and development through the arts. The school highlights student work and participation in festivals, exhibitions and performances that inspire and encourage excellence.

Admissions

1. Applications for admission to the A' Class are submitted only to the Art School in the district where the applicant's permanent residence is located. For the Arts School of Gerakas, applications are accepted from residents within the following territorial units: East Attica Secondary Education Directorate, the B' Athens Secondary Education Directorate, and the D' Athens Secondary Education Directorate, with the provision that the schools involved are those in Glyfada and Elliniko-Argyroupoli.
2. Eligibility for the A' Class is limited to graduates of primary schools (public or private) who are admitted after a selection process. The selection occurs after the entrance examinations. Parents or guardians who wish to participate must apply to the Arts School to which they geographically belong to participate in the entrance examinations. The opening of applications, the required documents, and the communication method for interested parties are announced by the School, and applications for the entrance examinations occur on specific dates in May each school year.
3. The examinations for entry to the A' Class take place in June, between the 15th and 30th. The School announces the exact dates; if the number of candidates is large, the examination and assessment may be conducted over multiple days. In exceptional cases, if the June examinations cannot be held, they are conducted from September 1st to 11th by decision of the Regional Director of Education, following a recommendation from the School Council and the relevant Directorate.
4. The difference between entrance examinations and aptitude examinations is that the former are for admission to the A' Class, while aptitude examinations are for admission to B' Gymnasium, C' Gymnasium, A' Lyceum, and B' Lyceum and are conducted in September only if vacancies exist.
5. Vacancies may occur in B' or C' Gymnasium or in A' or B' Lyceum in some years. These vacancies are filled through Aptitude Examinations conducted in September. The vacancies are announced between September 1st and 12th on the School's website. Parents may submit applications within the notice period, and the aptitude examinations are held in the third decade of September.
6. Do not submit an application for aptitude examinations if no vacancies have been announced for that year. The School communicates the existence of vacancies and the corresponding application window.
7. Applications are submitted by the parents/guardians to the Arts School to which they belong geographically. If a parent cannot submit in person due to objective difficulties, a power of attorney may authorize another person to submit on their behalf.
8. For the aptitude process, guardians must provide the required documents for each application. If a student wishes to be a candidate in two directions, two separate applications must be submitted, each with its own set of required documents. Each student may be a candidate in one or two artistic directions. For the Dance direction, two recent medical certificates of health and good physical/orthopedic condition are required: one from a physician (general practitioner or pediatrician) and one from an orthopedic specialist.

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Ecole Francaise de Thessalonique

Instructs in French, Greek

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupils 113

Type Co-educational

The Ecole Française de Thessalonique is a co-educational French school in Thessaloniki, Greece, offering education from nursery through to the lycée (upper secondary) level. The school follows the French national curriculum and is accredited by the MLF (Mission Laïque Française) network. Instruction is primarily in French and Greek, with English also taught. The school has a meal service and offers extracurricular activities including judo. It is associated with the Institut Français de Thessalonique.

Location

The school is on Leoforos Stratou (Avenue of the Army) 2A in the centre of Thessaloniki, Greece's second-largest city. Thessaloniki has an international airport and is well connected by road and rail.

Stages

The school has three divisions: Nursery (Maternelle), Primary (Élémentaire), and Secondary (Collège-Lycée), covering from early years through to the French Baccalauréat level.

Type

A co-educational day school following the French national curriculum. It is part of the MLF (Mission Laïque Française) global network of French schools abroad.

Country affiliation

French, as part of the MLF network. The school is also associated with the Institut Français de Thessalonique.

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Ionios School

Instructs in English, German

Type Co-educational

Ionios School is located in Marousi, Greece, and delivers an international education through its diverse curricular offering. From PRE-IB for A' Lyceum, taught in English, to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12, most classes are conducted in English and structured to develop inquiry, critical thinking, and global awareness. The school also offers German, British, French, Chinese National, Indian curricula, Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge Secondary in tailored tracks, providing flexibility for international families. A distinctive feature is the Ionios Music Department's own purpose-built studio, the first Greek IB World School to achieve this, alongside purpose-built science and computing laboratories. The Marousi campus houses modern libraries, specialized laboratories, an indoor athletic center, and access to swimming at the nearby Olympic complex. Beyond academics, MUN and Model European Parliament participation, CAS projects, and a wide range of after‑school clubs reinforce study skills, leadership, and community involvement for preparation for top universities.

Location

Located in the Athens area, Ionios School operates on two campuses: Filothei and Marousi. The Filothei campus houses the Kindergarten and the first Demotic (primary) division, while a second Demotic school is located in Marousi, which also hosts additional facilities.

Stages

Kindergarten; Demotic (Grades 1–6) on two campuses (Filothei and Marousi); Gymnasium (Grades 7–9); Lycium (Grades 10–12); International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12).

Additional learning support

A school psychologist provides guidance and support to students, parents and teachers.

Country affiliation

Greece

Application / registration fee
- No separate, publicly posted fixed application fee amount is published for general applicants. A deposit (prepayment of tuition) is required at the time of registration or re-registration and must be paid by the end of May.

Tuition fees by year group and per term
- Tuition amounts for each pupil are determined and confirmed by agreement between the school and the pupil's parents/guardians; the school does not publish a single public fee table with per-term or per-year figures. Families receive the agreed tuition amount for the relevant year group and payment schedule as part of the enrolment agreement.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- A prepayment of tuition is collected at registration or re-registration (deadline: end of May). The remaining installments of tuition are payable during the academic year according to the payment schedule agreed at enrolment.
- Electronic payment is processed through the school's online payment system using a unique payment code assigned to each student. Tuition amounts are treated as fixed once agreed between the school and parents.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is not applicable for published current provision; the school describes its operations in terms of campus-based day provision (campuses in Marousi and Filothei/Marousi campus references) and does not publish any current boarding-fee schedule. No boarding fee line items are published for current enrolment.

Other costs and fees
- School uniform and formal attire: families are required to supply the official school uniform for formal events and parades; this is an additional cost.
- Books, stationery and graphic supplies: schoolbooks and graphic material are charged separately.
- Transport / school bus: school bus transport is charged separately; transport arrangements and the pick-up/drop-off point are set when a child is enrolled and transport fees are additional.
- Extracurricular activities and extended-day programmes: fees for optional extended-programme activities, prolonged study sessions and selected clubs or external excursions are charged in addition to tuition.
- Public fees / official stamps (paravolo): certain official public fees or stamps required for administrative processes are additional costs paid by parents.

Refund information
- The school's stated payment policy is that the tuition level for each student is agreed between the school and parents and there is no provision for refund or cancellation of an agreed tuition transaction.
- School regulations also specify that tuition and board fees are not refunded except in the specific case of departure for medical reasons, supported by certification from the school doctor; any such exception is governed by the school's regulations.

Fee payment options
- Online payment: electronic payment of tuition is supported via the school's online payment portal; each student has a unique payment code that is used to process the payment.
- Other payment methods: specific alternative arrangements (bank transfer, card processing or other methods) are managed through the school's payment procedures and the online payment portal or by agreement at enrolment; the school issues the payment instructions and the unique payment code for each pupil.

Scholarships and fee reductions
- The school offers a limited number of full and partial scholarships that cover tuition for selected grade levels (examples: scholarships available for entry into Gymnasium and Lyceum for the 2026–27 cycle, with full or partial coverage of tuition subject to conditions). Scholarship awards relate specifically to tuition charges.

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Curriculum

Ionios School offers PRE-IB Programme for A' Lyceum, taught in English, covering Physics, Chemistry & Biology in the lab; Experimental Psychology; Philosophy; World Cultures; English & American Literature and Writing; and Introduction to the Arts (Music, Theatre, Visual). PRE-IB prepares students for a smooth transition into the IB Diploma Programme. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is offered for Grades 11-12, and all classes except languages are taught in English. The Diploma Programme Curriculum follows the IB model with six subjects, one from each group, an Extended Essay, a Theory of Knowledge course, and Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS), with three subjects at Higher Level and three at Standard Level. The school emphasizes international-mindedness and university preparation, with a Study Skills Week before the year and a track record of students gaining admission to their first-choice universities.

Exam Results

Over 90% of students succeed in entry to Greek Universities in their chosen field.

Higher Education Progression

Most students gain admission to their first-choice university.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Ionios School's kindergarten aims to help very young children develop physically, intellectually, emotionally and socially. A school psychologist is available to provide guidance when needed and to advise parents and teachers at the beginning of a child's education. The psychologist's role includes counseling on emotional development, behaviour and learning difficulties, working with families and educators to support the child. The school emphasises a collaborative parent partnership with regular communication between the school and families. Teachers receive regular professional development on mental health topics through seminars led by the school psychologist, three times a year.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is taught as part of the morning programme with daily lessons from 1st to 6th grade. Most classes are taught in English, with English as the language of instruction for the majority of subjects; language subjects are taught separately. A second foreign language is introduced in 4th grade (French or German). The school offers English, French, German and Spanish as foreign languages, while Greek language is part of the Greek national curriculum. In the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, all classes except language subjects are taught in English.

Mental Wellbeing

A school psychologist provides counseling and guidance to children, parents and teachers on emotional development, behaviour and learning difficulties. The psychologist works with students as a whole, in collaboration with families and educators. The school conducts three annual teacher seminars on mental health topics under the supervision of the school psychologist. The psychologist also supports mental health awareness and education across the school.

Safeguarding

The safeguarding framework covers the safety of children in the school environment, building safety and health protocols. A Mechanical Engineer monitors the buildings, safety systems and outdoor spaces to ensure safe operation. A doctor visits classrooms to liaise with teachers and administration and to ensure hygienic conditions; first aid spaces and a trained nurse provide on-site medical care. Absences must be reported by telephone in the morning to enable effective attendance monitoring and to follow public-health guidance for contagious illnesses. When transporting students, a defined bus pickup/drop-off point is agreed with families, and hospital ambulance support is available for emergencies during activities.

History

Ionios School was founded in 1908 by Konstantinos G. Kavalieratos (1856-1924). It was initially housed on the corner of Solomou and Kanigos Street and, in 1912, transferred to two buildings in Akadimias Square, where it remained for fifty years. The administration and ownership remain with the descendants of K. Gavalieratos to this day. In 1961 the school moved to Filothei and began operating on the current site with Demotic, Gymnasium and Lycium; in 1981 a second site in Marousi was acquired for the kindergarten; in 1996 a second Demotic school was established in Marousi; in 2001 the athletic centre Konstantinos Kavalieratos was inaugurated; in 2005 the Marousi site expanded to include Physics, Chemistry and Computer Science laboratories; in December 2008 Ionios Scholi celebrated its 100-year anniversary with a two-day conference. From September 11, 2026 Ionios School will operate only at its Marousi campus.

Community

The school has two Demotic campuses: Filothei and Marousi. English is integrated into the programme with daily lessons from 1st to 6th grade, and a second foreign language (French or German) is introduced in 4th grade. The afternoon programme includes music, ballet, martial arts, dance, chess, art and theatre, and a sports programme with gymnastics, volleyball, football, track and field, and basketball. An Alumni Association exists; there are clubs of creative activities, festivals and shows, and student newspapers; the school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (Grades 11-12) and over 90% of students are admitted to Greek universities each year.

Facilities Overview

Ionios School operates at the Marousi campus. The Filothei campus is no longer in use as of September 11, 2026, with the Marousi location serving all levels of the school. The campus provides general classrooms and teaching spaces, an indoor athletic center, and specialized laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, Computing, and the Sciences. A 2005 expansion added a wing housing Physics, Chemistry, and Computing laboratories. Computing laboratories are available at Filothei and, in addition, at the Marousi site, with Marousi hosting further IT facilities. The school also includes school libraries and a music studio as part of its facilities.

Sports Facilities

The school has an indoor athletic center for on-site sports. The physical education program covers three hours weekly: one hour of gym and a continuous two-hour block for activities such as swimming, athletics, tennis, fencing, or traditional dances. Swimming training takes place at the Olympic Aquatic Center (O.A.K.K.A.) in Marousi.

Academic Facilities

Ionios School built a dedicated Science Laboratory in 2011 as part of its IB World School accreditation. The laboratory supports Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Environmental Science with modern equipment, sensors, data-logging capabilities, and interactive projection. In 2005 a new wing was added to house Physics, Chemistry, and Computing laboratories. The Computing Laboratory is located in Filothei, with additional computing labs operating at the Marousi campus. The school libraries provide documented study resources for students. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).

Extra Curricular Facilities

Science Club meetings occur once a week in the Science Laboratory in Filothei, are conducted in English by IB teachers, and aim to teach the scientific method and develop analytical and practical skills across Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. The school offers a wide range of after-school clubs, including Drama, Mathematics, Rhetoric, Virtual Enterprise, Science, Music, Environmental, Chess, Photography, and Art, with activities typically conducted in English. The Music program for the younger grades emphasizes rhythm, singing, breathing, articulation, and musical expression, integrating performance and movement. Afternoon clubs include Basketball, Volleyball, and Track and Field, among others.

Academic & Intellectual

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is offered for Grades 11-12. The PRE-IB Programme introduces A' Lyceum students to the IB philosophy and prepares them for a smooth transition into the IB Diploma Programme. All classes, except languages, are taught in English. Ionios School participates in Model United Nations and Model European Parliament conferences to broaden international perspectives, and the CAS programme enables students to be active in the wider community and join an international network.

Arts & Creative

The Ionios Music Department is the first Greek IB World School to construct its own purpose-built studio. Students are introduced to the arts, including Music, Theatre and Visual Arts. The arts are integrated within the curriculum as part of the preparation for the IB Diploma Programme.

Cultural & Language

Foreign languages taught include English, French, German and Spanish. The PRE-IB Programme covers World Cultures and English & American Literature and Writing. All classes except languages are taught in English, reflecting the school's international orientation.

Social & Hobbies

The school offers a broad range of extracurricular activities, including educational activities, the Ionios School Sports Club, clubs for creative activities, the Athletic Summer, and student newspapers. The afternoon program includes music, ballet, martial arts, dance, chess, art and theatre. The afternoon sports program includes gymnastics, volleyball, football, track and field, and basketball. Student publications are part of school life.

Community & Service

The CAS programme enables students to be active in the wider community and become part of an international network of like-minded educators and students. Ionios School participates in Model United Nations and Model European Parliament conferences to broaden international perspectives. These initiatives reflect the school's emphasis on social responsibility and global awareness.

Leadership & Professional

Model United Nations and Model European Parliament conferences provide opportunities for students to engage with global issues. The Diploma Programme teachers are highly qualified and have attended IB workshops to teach on the Diploma Programme, and many bring workplace experience into the classroom to enrich students' life skills. The school organizes a Study Skills Week before the academic year to develop time management and study skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Ionios is located in Filothei and Maroussi, with transport to and from the School offered. The school emphasizes a warm family environment in peaceful surroundings for studying. Parents are welcome to visit the campuses on school days and can contact the offices by phone for information.

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Lycée Franco-Hellénique Eugene Delacroix

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.

History

1952: The first Franco-Hellenic school settles at the Institut Français in Athens on Sina Street, without status; it is named L'école Kollaros until 1974 and La petite école française de l'étranger from 1975 to 1981. In 1974, French and Greek Heads of State express a shared political will and agree on the official establishment of the Lycée Franco-Hellénique. From 1975 onward the Greek state provides land; AFHE is created to promote Franco-Hellenic education, and in 1981 the Lycée opens in Agia Paraskevi with a French sector and a Greek primary sector. In 1986 AFHE cedes management to the Association for the Teaching of French in Greece (AEFG), a French-law association based in Paris. In 1996 LFHED enters the AEFE network; in 2008 the establishment adopts the name Lycée Franco-Hellénique Eugène Delacroix; in 2016 LFHED marked 35 years in Agia Paraskevi and 40 years since the bilateral agreement, with a commemorative plaque above the main entrance.

Community

LFHED is a high-level establishment with an international identity; 47 nationalities are represented among its students. By convention with AEFE, LFHED is integrated into the global network of French lycées, currently 500 schools in 137 countries, and includes a British International Section within the French section. Recognized as a foreign private establishment by the Greek Ministry of Education, it offers the Greek-section students the best opportunity in Greece to learn the French language and culture through high-quality teaching in a bilingual and bicultural setting and direct contact with francophone students. LabelFrancEducation was awarded in 2015 (renewed in 2018), attesting to the quality of French instruction in the Greek section and facilitating higher education in France.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

LFHED is a conventioned establishment managed by a parent management committee; it is a private local institution with its own status and has signed a convention with AEFE. The Association for the Teaching of French in Greece (AEFG) is a non-profit cultural association created to manage the Lycée under the bilateral agreement signed on 28 November 1986. AEFG's missions include the administrative, financial and material management of LFHED; promoting French language and culture in Greece; promoting activities of educational, cultural or sporting nature; and acquiring buildings for LFHED's work. The LFHED Board of Directors comprises 16 members: an Honorary President (the Director General of AEFE), six ex officio voting members (including the Cooperation and Cultural Attache of the French Embassy, the LFHED principal, the Administrative and Financial Director, the Director of the primary school, the Director of the lycee's Greek section, and the Director of the gymnasium), and nine administrators (six French-section representatives and three Greek-section representatives). Board terms are three years, with three officers—President, Secretary and Treasurer—holding designated roles.

Facilities Overview

LFHED has a dedicated Vie Scolaire office focused on student well-being and harmonious cohabitation. The Conseiller Principal d'Éducation (CPE) oversees the Internal Regulations and coordinates eleven education assistants. The five missions of Vie Scolaire include supervision and safety outside class hours, managing absences and lateness, enforcing the internal regulations, fostering citizenship and recreational activities, and providing personal follow-up for students. The main reception is open from 7:45 to 18:30, supporting student access to the campus. The courtyard and the large dining hall are central spaces used for meals and social interaction, and the Bibliothèque Centre Documentaire (BCD) is a library space open to all primary students for reading activities, author visits, and student exhibitions.

Sports Facilities

LFHED offers sports and physical activities through its AES program. The program includes swimming (Piscine) and tennis as listed activities. Other sports are available such as karate, fencing (Escrime), archery (Tir à l'arc), dance, gymnastics, and roller sports. Most AES activities run after school, typically from 14:40 to 16:35, with some options extending to 17:00, and there are additional after-school services like study support and childcare.

Academic Facilities

The Bibliothèque Centre Documentaire (BCD) is a primary library space open to all primary students, hosting reading animations, author visits, and student exhibitions. It houses around 12,000 works, including books, magazines in French, Greek, and English, and a library of sound recordings. The BCD has been part of the school since 1999 and was renovated in 2015. LFHED also provides an IT charter with individualized login credentials for accessing the school's computing resources, including a private storage space, a shared class drive, a staff-student zone, and Internet access with content filtering.

Extra Curricular Facilities

The LFHED AES program (Activités Extra-Scolaires) runs after school for primary to CM2, including supervision and childcare, with registration via the Eduka platform. The program features a wide range of activities in French and Greek, covering languages (English, Arabic, Greek), arts (culinary, visual arts, storytelling, film and comics clubs), theatre, music, dance, chess, game-based activities, and science/tech pursuits (robotics and coding). The 2025-2026 programming begins on September 29, 2025, with additional supervised study and childcare starting September 2, 2025; fees are listed per activity and paid quarterly. Examples of AES offerings include: English, Arabic, Greek language sessions; culinary arts, arts plastiques, conte/history/storytelling, BD-Cinéclub, video club, classical and rhythmic dance, chess, escape games, fencing, science games, theatre (French and English), archery, robotics and coding, roller, tennis, swimming, and more.

Academic & Intellectual

The school follows the French National Education curriculum. It comprises two sections, a French section and a Greek section, with a language policy guiding how languages are used in teaching. The school is part of the AEFE network. It participates in Erasmus+ exchanges, runs a Model United Nations program, and publishes Echo d'Eugène, the school's student journal.

Arts & Creative

The school offers theatre education as part of the Lycée. Echo d'Eugène serves as the student-produced school journal that showcases writing and creative work. The two language sections support bilingual and cross-cultural expression in the arts.

Cultural & Language

LFHED comprises two sections, a French section and a Greek section. A language policy governs language use across the school. Franco-Hellenic projects and Erasmus+ exchanges promote intercultural learning.

Social & Hobbies

The Model United Nations program trains students in public speaking and diplomacy. Echo d'Eugène is produced by students as the school journal. The school emphasizes inclusive education and sustainable development as part of student activities.

Community & Service

Sustainable development is at the heart of LFHED's concerns. Inclusion is central to its teaching. The two language sections collaborate on Franco-Hellenic projects.

Leadership & Professional

The LFHED has an Orientation Office. It provides guidance on studies in France, career advice, and lists partner universities.

Language Provision

In the Greek section, French is taught as the first foreign language with five hours per week, and English as the second foreign language with three hours per week. The program includes preparation and certification for French and English language exams (DELF/DALF and FCE or CPE) depending on level, plus two hours per week of extra preparation for higher-level certificates (B2/C2 and FCE/CPE) on Wednesdays from 14:50 to 16:35. English teaching is a priority in the Greek section with reinforced instruction (three hours per week) and level-based grouping, supported by materials and digital tools. The French program is prioritized as well, with five hours of French per week (LV1) and an enhanced curriculum (DNL/EMILE) aiming to reach at least B2; LFHED is an official DELF-DALF exam center with on-site exams and admission-support provisions for students.

Bilingual Teaching

The LFHED is organized around two distinct sections: a French curriculum from preschool through terminale and a Greek curriculum from Gymnasion to Lykeio. The school is open to Greeks, French, and others, and provides the opportunity to learn Greek and French in a bilingual, bicultural environment. There is a British International Section within the French section, adding to the school's international profile. The LFHED has an international identity with 47 nationalities represented among the students.

Immersion Programs

LFHED uses an integrated language approach across the curriculum (DNL: non-linguistic disciplines; EMILE), with French taught in non-language subjects through modular, thematic teaching. This immersion is supported by the two-section structure and by joint projects, exchanges, and educational activities that link the French and Greek sections. The bilingual environment fosters daily use of both languages and broader international experiences.

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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