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Greece, Athens
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Modern Greek is taught from pre-kindergarten; Ancient Greek is taught from middle school; Latin is taught in grades 11 and 12. The official language of instruction at the school is Greek, while the IBDP uses English as its language of instruction. English is the predominant foreign language and is included in the curriculum at all grade levels, with one hour per day in pre-school and kindergarten, increasing in higher grades. From grade 1, two additional languages are studied; French or German is offered from grade 2, and Spanish and/or Italian are available as elective after-school options. In the IBDP, English, Spanish, and French are offered as B Languages (second languages), with Ab Initio options for Spanish and French.
The official language of instruction is Greek. English is the predominant foreign language and is part of the official curriculum at all grade levels, with Pre-school and Kindergarten receiving one hour of English per day. From grade 1, students learn two additional languages; French or German is offered as a second language from grade 2. Spanish and/or Italian are available as elective languages in after-school activities; in the IBDP, English is the language of instruction.
Geitonas School, also known as Costeas-Geitonas School (CGS), is a private school in Greece serving students from age 3 to 18. The curriculum combines the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme with a bespoke Greek offering, including the Greek General Lyceum, enabling pupils to pursue an IB pathway alongside national options. The IB DP follows six subject groups: Studies in Language and Literature; Language Acquisition; Individuals and Societies; Sciences; Mathematics; and The Arts, with the core elements Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity, and Service, and the Extended Essay. The campus sits on about 65,000 sqm, with science laboratories, a library, dining facilities, sports amenities, and a drop-off zone. A broad range of extracurriculars includes music, dance, theatre, choirs and orchestras, visual arts, robotics, and language clubs. The school partners with international universities and organizations, provides university guidance, and runs a Work Experience program and UNESCO ASPnet initiatives to develop leadership and citizenship.
