The School’s Three Pillars

Global Education is at the heart of our program, where global perspectives are promoted and cross-cultural experiences are encouraged for our children to develop awareness and acquire knowledge of the multifaceted nature of our global world. Introducing young learners to a a global education nurtures values and attitudes, children develop a sense of global citizenship, a sense of being part of a wider, shared community. Through our Philosophy and Program we aim to provide to our young learners with the stepping stones to a successful future in the Global world. Global education within our program heavily relies on three main elements; language, culture and arts. These are deeply imbedded in our curriculum and children of all classes .

Global English

Our school focuses on a total language immersion program, equipping children with one of the most valuable skills for today’s interconnected world; Global English.

Young learners are more receptive towards language learning and second language acquisition can develop in a similarly effortless manner to that of the mother tongue. Providing children with early experiences to learn a language in addition to their mother tongue is extremely beneficial. The English language is a powerful tool for communication, understanding and learning that is dominant in the global world, providing children with a valuable asset for their future.

Learning a second language is a window which opens to the learner a new world, a different approach to reality as well as to a different way of thinking and behaving. Exposing children to a second language will help them also learn about other cultures. Comprehending the culture of other people helps them to come to a better understanding of their own culture and it is above all a physiological dimension to living in their international world. Research has shown that bilingual children tend to be more creative thinkers than those who speak one language and studies suggest that their brain function stays sharper as they age.

In the classroom, effective communication begins with listening and speaking. Children practice listening and responding through songs, chants and stories. They are encouraged through play to respond in conversation with their peers. Games, dress-up and imaginary play are important in a child's expressive development. Students learn new vocabulary and improve comprehension through literacy lessons. Upon completing kindergarten children are able to recognize and read symbols, sounds, letters and words in English and Greek (since Greek is taught as a second language in Year I .) Our children are equipped with the perfect foundation skills for entrance to any English, International or Greek School.

Young learners are creative and imaginative in nature. Creativity is often associated with divergent thinking, creative imagination and critical thinking, skills that are valued within the global community, where creativity is often considered a signifier of innovation and entrepreneurship. All children have innate creativity within them. It is up to us to facilitated and encourage these abilities.

Cultural and intercultural learning occurs through various methods including cultural rich resources and materials, discussions, cultural field trips, learning about and enacting worldwide celebrations. Our curriculum heavily relies on introducing young learners to elements of world cultures in order to encourage children to explore and learn encouraging the development of global citizenship.