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Across Middle School, students aged 12 - 15 (Grades 7 - 9) embark on the Greek curriculum within the framework of the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP). Through enquiry, action and reflection, learning becomes meaningful, fostering critical thinking, responsibility and a global perspective.
Bespoke bilingual curriculum
Students experience a rigorous, concept-driven curriculum that blends the Greek framework with the IB MYP. They enquire, design solutions and connect learning to real-world issues.
Life skills
Learners grow into confident young adults, building social, emotional and physical skills through the ISP Life Competencies Framework, strengthened by the IB Learner Profile and Approaches to Learning (ATLs).
Multilingualism
Learners build strong skills in Greek and English while exploring additional languages such as French, German and Spanish, with opportunities to earn international certifications, including Ancient Greek.
Specialist academies
Students join specialist academies in swimming, karate, dance and basketball, where expert coaching builds fitness, discipline and teamwork. They set goals, train regularly and compete with pride.
Dedicated learning areas
Learners use PYP labs, the library’s Mac corner and amphitheatre-style plazas to research and experiment. The planetarium, sports facilities and outdoor spaces extend learning beyond the classroom.
Performing and visual arts
Learners build confidence through structured drama, music and visual arts. Rehearsals, collaborative projects and guided performances encourage creative risk-taking and confident presentation of their work.
Extracurricular activities
Children take part in a broad co‑curricular programme that includes sports, clubs and technology projects. They build teamwork and leadership while enjoying opportunities to represent the school.
Leadership opportunities
Learners lead change through class and whole‑school councils, Model United Nations and social action projects. They debate global issues, practise democracy and turn ideas into impact.
Early university guidance
Students, from Grade 9, benefit from a structured future pathways programme, including psychologist-led guidance, career days, online assessments, the AZ platform and university visits in Greece and abroad.
Wellbeing & inclusivity
Students receive dedicated support from psychologists and therapists through personalised programmes, one-to-one counselling and mindfulness training.
Eco-school
Students deepen their environmental commitment through sustainable practices, leading environmental projects, investigating ecosystems and translating classroom concepts into practical actions.
Friendly admissions process
Our admissions process is clear and responsive, ensuring a smooth transition as we warmly welcome your family into our vibrant community.
In Middle School, students progress with a Greek national curriculum enhanced by the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP). Learners explore “big ideas” across disciplines, connect learning to real-world contexts and develop critical thinking while engaging with global issues to foster international mindedness.
Students develop critical thinking and communication skills through the study of Greek language and literature, with a focus on both Ancient Greek Language and Literature and Modern Greek Language and Literature, exploring classical texts, contemporary works and cultural expression.
Students build fluency, confidence and intercultural awareness through language learning. They study English as the first foreign language and can further develop multilingual skills through a second foreign language, choosing from French, German or Spanish.
Students investigate human societies, governance and geography to understand how communities function and how individuals can contribute responsibly. The learning pathway covers History, Civics, Geography, Home Economics and Career Guidance, combining analytical thinking with practical knowledge.
Students explore the natural and technological world through a broad science programme. They engage in hands-on enquiry across Physics and Chemistry, Biology and Technology, developing problem-solving skills, scientific literacy and practical understanding.
Students strengthen reasoning, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills through a comprehensive mathematics programme.
Learners explore concepts through real-life applications, developing logical and flexible thinking.
Students develop creativity and self-expression through Music and Visual Arts, exploring sound, movement, colour and composition. This pathway nurtures imagination, collaboration and an appreciation for culture.
Students improve fitness, coordination and wellbeing through engaging activities. Physical and Health Education teaches teamwork, fair play and healthy lifestyle habits.
Students develop practical and digital skills through Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Design Technology, applying creative thinking to solve problems, design solutions and use technology safely and effectively.
Students enroled in our Bilingual Programme deepen their journey with 13 to 15 hours per week of English-medium instruction through CLIL, now extending to more challenging subjects including maths, social studies, MUN, sciences, art and PE. This progression builds academic language proficiency whilst maintaining strong foundations in Greek.
In their final MYP year, learners in the Bilingual Programme have the opportunity to deepen English-medium learning and work towards internationally recognised Cambridge and Michigan certifications, including ECCE and ECPE.
Every day at our Middle School blends curiosity, creativity and purposeful learning. Students move through rich lessons and collaborative projects that put enquiry and critical thinking at the centre, while nurturing friendships and a genuine love of learning.
Morning arrival
8am - 8.35amStudents arrive by bus or car, check in with barcode cards and gather in the courtyard. The Principal leads morning prayer, news and celebrations before everyone heads to class.
Learning through exploration
8.40am - 9.20am The first lesson starts with group work, cross‑curricular projects and varied resources in specialist spaces including labs, the library or the sports hall.
Morning break
9.20am - 9.40am Students relax in the courtyards, play sports and enjoy a healthy snack, or choose a quieter moment in the school library.
Interdisciplinary enquiry
9.40am - 11.10am Built‑in workshops let students connect different subjects through hands‑on, experiential projects.
Mid-morning break
11.10am - 11.30am Students return to the courtyards for fresh air, movement and time with friends. They enjoy a nutritious snack from the school canteen before the next learning time.
Focused learning & languages
11.30am - 1pm Students extend their understanding with modern tools and methods. Daily foreign language learning is a key part of this block and of school life.
Snack break
1pm - 1.15pm Before the final lessons, students pause for lunch in the dining hall, with meals from home or freshly prepared dishes from the school kitchen.
Learning in action
1.15pm - 2.50pm Students consolidate learning, take notes and receive assignments, which they organise and complete using the ManageBac platform.
Afternoon pick-up
4.40pm - 4.50pm The day ends with a supervised dismissal that follows the same clear safety procedures as midday departures.
Our Middle School blends the rigour of the Greek curriculum with the global mindset of the IB MYP. Students build strong academics, digital fluency and real‑world skills while developing curiosity and independent thinking.
Academic achievement
Students enjoy personalised learning that continuously enhances knowledge, skills and understanding.
Life competencies
Students gain essential life skills to thrive in academics, as well as careers and personal lives.
Students nurture advanced language skills in a truly multilingual setting.
International opportunities
Students try global skill-building programmes and activities that develop critical thinking, teamwork and leadership.
Life & career pathways
Students benefit from personalised guidance for university and career choices, supporting their chosen path.
Students follow the Greek national curriculum enriched by the IB Continuum. They are assessed through Greek school grades (on a 1 - 20 scale) and MYP criterion‑referenced standards that value knowledge, skills, critical thinking and real‑world application. Across subjects, students are evaluated on knowing and understanding, enquiring and designing, communicating and producing, reflecting and applying their learning. Progress is monitored through regular reports, benchmark tests and ongoing feedback, so teachers can personalise support and challenge.
Through a supportive and engaging environment, students develop communication, collaboration, self-management, research and thinking skills that help them "learn how to learn". Rooted in the IB Learner Profile, they grow as enquirers, thinkers, communicators and principled, caring individuals. They practise critical and creative thinking, organise tasks efficiently, and reflect on their progress. Guided by teachers, they connect knowledge across subjects, solve problems, make informed decisions and work effectively with others, gaining confidence, independence and the skills needed to thrive as responsible, well-rounded individuals.
Middle School students can pursue our Bilingual Programme, engaging with English in selected subjects and projects while maintaining a strong academic foundation in Greek. In parallel, they can broaden their horizons with optional additional languages such as French, German and Spanish. Through experiential approaches to “learning the language” and “learning with the language”, they gradually prepare for external certifications such as DELF, Goethe‑Zertifikat, DELE and Ancient Greek LanguageCert, building a robust multilingual profile and the confidence to communicate in diverse cultural contexts. By the end of this phase, their level of English and overall achievement can be formally recognised through Cambridge and Michigan Certifications.
Students step confidently onto the global stage through a rich range of international and intercultural experiences. Our highly active Model United Nations club attends prestigious conferences in Greece and abroad, while PS MUN, hosted on campus, is one of the country’s leading conferences, welcoming around 700 delegates each year. A dedicated Virtual MUN for Grades 6 - 8 supports students in developing confidence and skills in debating global issues online.
Through ISP’s International Learning Opportunities for Students (ILOS), virtual exchanges strengthen international mindedness. These global collaborations connect learners with peers across the ISP network, developing cultural awareness, communication and teamwork skills. Recent examples include Grade 8 students working with Mile School in Milan, exploring monuments, music and cuisine, while Grade 10 learners joined Manthan International School students in India to co-create a digital tourist guide.
From Grade 9, students and families are supported in exploring each learner’s unique academic and professional journey. Through psychologist‑led briefings, career days, orientation sessions and university presentations, students begin to understand their strengths, interests and aspirations.
IB Middle Years Programme
The International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme places students at the centre of learning, combining rigorous academic goals with real-world enquiry. Guided by the IB’s global contexts, learners explore why their learning matters and how it connects to their own lives. Through interdisciplinary projects, multilingual learning and a strong focus on “learning how to learn”, they develop critical thinking, flexibility and ethical judgement. This nurtures internationally minded people who can navigate complexity with confidence and act as responsible, global citizens.
MYP Service as Action
With Service as Action, students are empowered to connect classroom learning with real-world contribution. From class-based projects to school-wide initiatives and global engagement, they identify community needs, plan and carry out meaningful actions.
Initiatives such as the Think For Good conference offer a structured framework for pupils to explore social issues, propose solutions and take collective action supported by the whole school. In the process, students realise their ability to make a difference locally and globally while developing collaboration, leadership and ethical decision-making skills.
MYP Personal Project
The Personal Project is the culminating experience of the MYP, completed over the course of a year. Students independently investigate a topic they truly care about, then design and create a product or outcome and reflect on their learning journey.
This project allows students to apply the skills they’ve developed throughout the programme, especially self-management, research and critical thinking, while demonstrating personal growth and academic independence.
MYP Labs
In MYP Labs designed for science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics, Middle Years students engage with interdisciplinary challenges through hands-on, project-based learning. One day each week, they take part in STEAM Workshop Day, tackling real-life problems in flexible spaces on and off campus, blending language, science, arts and technology.
Teaching and learning in the MYP is organised around a set of “big ideas” called key concepts. These concepts are explored across all subjects and through varied practices, giving breadth and depth to the curriculum and helping students connect their learning within and beyond the classroom.
Aesthetics
Students explore what makes something beautiful or moving, analysing how art, design and nature influence our emotions, choices and values.
Change
Learners investigate how and why things transform over time, considering causes, consequences and the impact of change on people, ideas and environments.
Communication
Students develop the ability to express and interpret ideas clearly using different languages, media and symbols, adapting their message to purpose and audience.
Communities
Learners examine how groups are formed, how they function and how shared values, rights and responsibilities shape life in local and global communities.
Connections
Students identify patterns and relationships between ideas, disciplines and experiences, seeing how knowledge links together and applies beyond the classroom.
Creativity
Learners generate original ideas and improve existing ones, using imagination and innovation to design solutions, tell stories and approach challenges in new ways.
Culture
Students explore how beliefs, traditions and practices shape people’s identities and perspectives, developing respect for diverse cultures and ways of living.
Development
Learners consider growth and progress in people, societies and technologies, asking who benefits, who is left out and what sustainable development requires.
Form
Students analyse how something is organised or structured, from texts and artworks to systems and models and how form influences function and meaning.
Global interactions
Learners study how people and societies are connected across borders, exploring cooperation, conflict and the impact of global interdependence.
Identity
Students reflect on who they are and who they are becoming, considering personal qualities, beliefs, relationships and the influences that shape identity.
Perspective
Students recognise that people see issues differently, comparing viewpoints and learning to justify their own opinions while respecting those of others.
Logic
Learners use clear reasoning to build arguments, test ideas and solve problems, evaluating evidence and distinguishing valid conclusions from false ones.
Space and time
Students explore when and where events occur, how places and histories are connected and how context influences people’s choices and experiences.
Relationships
Learners investigate how connections between people, ideas and environments are formed, maintained and changed and what responsibilities they create.
Systems
Learners examine sets of interconnected parts, from ecosystems to economies, understanding how systems are organised and how change in one part affects the whole.
My school is an open-minded, welcoming and familiar environment that gives me a sense of security and safety, where I can truly be myself.
Eleonora, Grade 9th Middle School
At Platon School, families may apply to the Middle School programme at any time during the school year. Our Admissions team will guide you on the most appropriate start date, ensuring a smooth transition that supports your child’s needs and fits your family’s schedule.
Grow with confidence at Platon School. Explore our IB Middle Years Programme and prepare for a successful global future.
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