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Kotronis International School

Greece, Nafpaktos

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, German
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 4 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2007
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, French, German
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Kotronis International School (part of the Kotronis Schools group) is a private, co-educational school based in Paleopanagia, Nafpaktos, Western Greece, offering continuous provision from kindergarten through senior high (stated age range 4–18). The school operates the Greek national curriculum at primary, junior and senior high levels while also offering an international British programme in partnership with Pearson/Edexcel (iProgress UK Curriculum) — iPrimary, iLower Secondary, International GCSE (ages 14–16) and A‑Levels / IAL (ages 16–18) — and is an official Pearson/Edexcel examination centre where students may both prepare for and sit IGCSE and A‑Level examinations locally. The international programme is taught entirely in English; English is taught intensively across the school and students may also study French or German. The school describes state‑of‑the‑art buildings and a range of facilities and activities (STEM across all levels, library, swimming, robotics, sports and after‑school clubs) and includes modules such as Global Citizenship and programmes to support university preparation and Panhellenic examination readiness.

Paleopanagia, Nafpaktos 30300, Greece

The Essentials

Kotronis International School has instruction in English, German.

Location
Located in Nafpaktos, Western Greece. The school is about 50 km from Patras and welcomes students from Nafpaktos, Patras, Achaia, and Western Greece.

Stages
iPrimary (ages 6–11; Grades 1–6), iLower Secondary (ages 11–14; Grades 7–8), International GCSE / IGCSE (ages 14–16; Grades 9–10), A-Levels / International Advanced Level (IAL) (ages 16–18; Grades 11–12).

Type
An international school offering the iProgress UK Curriculum in English, with IGCSE and A-Levels.

Country affiliation
Greece
Fees
Application / Registration fee
- No single, fixed non‑refundable application or registration fee amount is published as a standard line item. The admissions process requires completion of application/registration paperwork and standard student health documentation.

Tuition fees by year group (detailed amounts per term / year group)
- The school does not publish a consolidated schedule of full annual tuition by year group in a single public fee table. Instead, specific chargeable items that are published include the international-programme fee and external exam fees (listed below).
- International programme fee: €250 per subject (thematic unit) per year for the international curriculum.
- External examination costs: approximate values published are ~€75 per IGCSE exam subject and ~€120 per A‑Level exam subject. These examination charges apply in years when a student is entered for the relevant external examinations.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Deposit / acceptance: A deposit (prepayment) is required on registration and is due in the summer prior to the school year (a prepayment deadline is indicated in the school's payment policy). The school's published policy sets the prepayment deadline in the summer months.
- Full‑year balance: The total tuition for the academic year must be paid in full by the stated final due date in the school's payment policy (final annual settlement date is set by the school's regulations).
- Installments: Families may choose to pay the annual tuition in installments; the school permits between one (single) and nine (9) monthly installments (the deposit is handled separately and not included among the installments). Each installment is expected to be paid within the first ten days of the scheduled month.
- Prepayment / early‑payment discount: A discount for full prepayment is referenced for families who settle tuition in a single payment by the early‑summer deadline specified by the school's policy.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- The school operates as a day school and does not publish boarding provisions or boarding fees; no separate boarding fee schedule is provided.

Other costs and recurring ancillary fees
- School transport (bus) fees: School bus services are charged separately; transport fees are an additional cost and vary by route and service. Summer‑programme pages and admissions guidance reference additional transport charges for specific routes.
- Official uniform: The official school uniform is a chargeable item and is not covered by scholarships; parents should budget separately for uniform purchase and replacement.
- Course‑level and programme extras: The international curriculum charges €250 per subject annually (see above). Additional optional programmes, after‑school activities, and special academic programmes carry separate fees.
- Examination / certification fees: IGCSE and A‑Level examination entry fees are charged per subject (approx. €75 for IGCSE, €120 for A‑Level per subject). Other external exam or certification fees (e.g., Pearson exam charges) are billed in addition to tuition.
- Summer programme and activity charges: Summer camp and extra‑curricular activity programmes have separate fees and, in some cases, route‑specific transport surcharges.

Refund information
- The school's published payment policy requires settlement of the academic‑year tuition according to the stated schedule and installment plan. No separate public tuition refund schedule that reduces tuition pro rata for mid‑year withdrawals is published in the school's standard payment policy; tuition obligations are governed by the school's enrollment and payment terms. For scholarship recipients, the scholarship wording explicitly excludes transport, exam fees, extra programmes, materials and official uniform from scholarship coverage.

Fee payment options
- Bank transfer: The school accepts payment by bank transfer to its designated bank accounts (IBANs for National Bank, Eurobank, Piraeus are published for tuition payments). Bank transfer is the primary documented payment method for settlement of tuition and fees.
- In‑person payments: Smaller payments (the school references an in‑office payment threshold) can be made in person at the school's accounts office (payments up to a specified amount may be accepted at the school office).
- Card acceptance: The school's published payment guidance emphasizes bank transfer and in‑office payments; a public, explicit statement of card acceptance for full tuition is not published in the school's standard payment notes.

Summary of the practical fee items to budget for
- Deposit / registration prepayment due in summer.
- Annual tuition balance (paid in full by the school's final due date or in up to nine installments).
- International curriculum fee: €250 per subject per year (where applicable).
- External exam entry fees: approx. €75 per IGCSE subject and €120 per A‑Level subject.
- Separate charges for school transport, uniform, extracurricular programmes, materials, and summer activities.

(Where specific numeric annual tuition figures by year group are required for a database entry, no consolidated published table of full annual tuition amounts by grade/year group could be located in the school's public fee and admissions material; the items above are the line items and payment rules that are published.)
Academics

Kotronis International School teaches British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
The Kotronis Schools offer a full international British curriculum in partnership with Pearson, including iPrimary, iLower Secondary, International GCSE/IGCSE, and A-Levels/IAL. The school is an official Pearson/Edexcel examination centre and provides examinations on site. The iProgress UK Curriculum for International students is taught entirely in English and is designed for students aged 6 to 18 (iPrimary 6–11; iLower Secondary 11–14; IGCSE 14–16; IAL 16–18). All students receive a Global Citizenship module.

Higher Education Progression
The programme leads to admission to universities worldwide. In the IGCSE/IAL track, graduates may gain admission to leading English-speaking universities and many European institutions. Universities listed as examples include The University of Oxford, The University of Cambridge, The London School of Economics, Queen Mary College, University of Birmingham, University of Bath, King's College London, Yale University, New York University, University of California, Berkeley, Universität Bern, Universität Freiburg, Université de Genève, Université de Lausanne, Delft University of Technology, Erasmus University Rotterdam, HZ University of Applied Sciences, Cologne Business School, and Frankfurt School of Finance & Management.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Junior High School Curriculum aims to lay a solid foundation for academic, social and professional success, emotional integration and moral education. The school provides a safe and supportive environment that fosters respect, responsibility, and values. The Primary School emphasizes acceptance of social values and the development of mental, emotional, and psychosocial abilities, with a dedicated learning support unit and a school psychologist.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Students with learning difficulties are supported through differentiated instruction, an individualized approach, and continuous pedagogical monitoring by class teachers. Where necessary, adaptations are made to pace, materials, and teaching methods. There is a dedicated learning support unit and a school psychologist who works with teachers and parents to identify difficulties early, providing a personalised support framework.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Kindergarten has a bilingual program in Greek and English. English is taught daily in the Primary School by experienced teachers, with the goal of students gradually acquiring full communicative competence. The Junior High School enhances the curriculum with additional teaching hours in English and a second foreign language.

Mental Wellbeing
Appropriate psychological help and support is provided to the students, so that they can continue their work smoothly, organized and creatively. The Primary School emphasizes mental, emotional and psychosocial development as part of its approach. The Junior High School aims to develop emotional integration and provides a safe, supportive environment.

Safeguarding
Safety and the mental health of the children are priorities. The Junior High School emphasizes a safe and supportive environment for students.
Parent Experience

Community
The school community is open to society and moves beyond a traditional knowledge-centered model. Music, painting, theater, sports, entrepreneurial thinking and robotics – coding are integrated into learning and supported by teachers specialized in each field. The school participates in international programmes and collaborations with partner schools abroad and supports UNICEF's 'Schools – Defenders of Children' initiatives. The Junior High and High School celebrate the European Day of Languages and related activities to promote multilingualism and cultural awareness.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is a modern institution located in Paleopanagia, Nafpaktos, housed in state-of-the-art buildings that reflect contemporary educational goals and respect for the environment. The facilities are designed to support learning, creation and research, as well as entertainment and creative relaxation. The buildings are arranged to enable independent operation of each educational level and to support a multifaceted training programme in an engaging environment. The school serves three urban areas due to its geographical location.

Sports Facilities
The swimming centre is a modern private facility with an indoor heated swimming pool that meets all necessary hygiene and safety standards. Safety is a priority; water quality checks are carried out regularly and pools are sterilised using safe methods. Swimming lessons are offered to students and to a wider group of children and teenagers (7–13 years old) once or twice a week in the afternoons, under the supervision of qualified instructors with lifeguard training. The programme teaches the four strokes (freestyle, breaststroke, backstroke, butterfly) and supports physical and mobility development appropriate to age and level.

Academic Facilities
Kotronis International School is the only official Pearson/Edexcel examination centre in Western Greece offering a full international British curriculum near Patras, with on-site preparation for IGCSE and A-Levels. In partnership with Pearson, the iProgress UK Curriculum is taught entirely in English and adapted to each grade level, for ages 6–18 (iPrimary, iLower Secondary, International GCSE, and A-Levels/IAL). All students receive the Global Citizenship module. Subjects offered include Computing, Science, English International, ICT and Business Studies, and examinations (IGCSE & A-Levels) are conducted on-site at the school. Preparation for IGCSE begins in Grade 9 and A-Levels begin in Grade 11, with three A-Levels required for progression.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Dance, movement and music are part of the kindergarten program, and outdoor classrooms, Emotions and Social Skills Workshops, theatre (Theatre play) and English language activities are also offered. The programme emphasizes environmental discovery and problem-solving through activities such as Discovering the environment and Problems and Solutions. The school supports clubs and activities at the secondary level and offers participation in European and international programmes, conferences, and a Summer Camp.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Senior High School has a methodically developed program focused on national-level exams and broad intellectual development. The program includes timely completion, diagnostic tests, and simulation exams to prepare students for national assessments. The Extended Curriculum strengthens preparation for National Examinations, with continuous formative assessment and teacher–student collaboration, and technology supports learning.

Arts & Creative
The High School program is enriched with Cultural Activities. Students participate in Competitions, National or International Conferences, and European Programs. These experiences foster creativity, cultural engagement, and presentation skills.

Cultural & Language
Foreign Languages are an integral part of the High School program. Students are prepared for foreign language certificates. The curriculum includes European Projects and participation in international programs.

Social & Hobbies
Physical Education and Sports are part of the High School curriculum. Afternoon Activities include Swimming, Gymnastics, Robotics, and Music and Mobility Education. These activities support personal development and social interaction.

Leadership & Professional
The High School offers an Extended Curriculum to strengthen preparation for national examinations. A system of continuous formative assessment and teacher–student collaboration supports individualized learning. Participation in European Projects provides opportunities for leadership and international collaboration.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Appropriate psychological help and support is provided to students. Continuous information is provided to parents and students through meetings, calls, or digital platforms. The curriculum includes Physical Education and Sports and uses technology to support learning goals.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the basic foreign language and courses are taught in English across iPrimary (ages 6–11), iLower Secondary (ages 11–14), International GCSE (ages 14–16) and A Levels (ages 17–18). The second foreign language offered is French or German, taught intensively with additional hours and language diploma preparation, with a mock exam component. The program includes modules in Computing, Science, English International, ICT and Business, and the school is a Pearson exam center hosting IGCSE and A-Level examinations. Global Citizenship is integrated across the curriculum.
Admissions

Scholarships
Excellence Scholarships recognise dedication and provide financial and developmental support to Kotronis Schools students who distinguish themselves academically, scientifically, athletically or creatively. The programme is open to students currently attending public or private schools who will enter 5th or 6th grade in Primary, 1st through 3rd grade in Middle School, or 1st through 3rd grade in High School in the upcoming academic year. Selection proceeds as follows: applicants submit an online application with required documents; the Scholarship Committee reviews academic performance and achievements; where applicable, assessment exams may be conducted; an interview may be arranged if required. Required documents include the applicant's most recent school report or graduation certificate, certificates of achievement or participation in academic competitions, certificates of athletic or artistic achievements (where applicable), a personal statement, and any additional supporting documents. What the scholarship may cover includes partial tuition fees, full tuition fees, transport costs, and participation in special programmes. The exact level of coverage is determined each year by the Scholarship Committee. Maintaining the scholarship requires a high standard of academic performance, consistency, responsibility, compliance with the school's policies, and active participation in school life. Expressions of interest are invited to begin the process.
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