Clubs, sports and opportunities

Architecture

Imagine new worlds while cutting, gluing and building with cardboard, recycled materials, LEGO, clay and colour.

Children experiment with shapes, textures and 2D and 3D forms, developing fine motor skills, aesthetic awareness and creative problem-solving before sharing their creations in an end-of-year exhibition. 

Ballet

Celebrate movement in joyful classes that blend story, music and carefully sequenced technique.

Children explore different musical styles and rhythms while building flexibility, control and musicality through the Royal Academy of Dance system tailored to each developmental stage. 

Cooking

Create simple, healthy recipes in lively, hands-on sessions that celebrate flavour and colour. Children chop, mix and handle fresh ingredients to strengthen fine motor skills, work happily in small teams, grow self-confidence and develop healthy eating habits with basic food awareness. 

Karate

Channel enthusiasm into focused movement that combines simple techniques with moments of calm reflection. Children practise control, respect and inner discipline, discovering that the real challenge lies in mastering their own impulses and emotions. 

Mini Sports

Develop early movement skills in a playful programme created especially for children aged 3 - 6. Colourful, child-sized equipment and fun, non-competitive games introduce athletics, volleyball and football, strengthening simple motor and adaptive skills while sparking imagination and creativity. 

Mini Tennis

Serve up excitement on small courts with soft balls and playful rallies that make first hits feel accessible and fun. A child-centred approach introduces basic techniques, builds aerobic fitness and focus and nurtures perseverance as young athletes learn in groups by age and level. 

Piano

Explore a rich soundscape where songs, rhythms and melodies invite playful experimentation.

Children discover multicultural music, learn to read symbols and rhythms, develop technique on their chosen instrument and build cooperation and confidence, culminating in a joyful end-of-year concert that celebrates their progress. 

Swimming

Glide into the water with step-by-step lessons that start from preschool age and gently build confidence.

Children learn correct floating, move without aids and follow the structure of each session, steadily improving technique in all strokes through innovative methods and level-based groups. 

Bright Minds, Bright Year festival

Learners and families come together at the Bright Minds, Bright Year festival, a whole‑school vibrant celebration that showcases the learning journey across the year.

Students showcase projects from every stage, including key IB components such as the PYP Exhibition and Personal Projects, gaining confidence, reflection skills and pride in achievements shared with the wider community. 

Christmas Bazaar

The school community each year transforms campus into a lively Christmas Bazaar that draws thousands of visitors and channels festive spirit into charitable action.

Students and parents organise stalls, performances and activities to support good causes, fostering empathy, organisational skills and a lasting sense of solidarity and social responsibility within and beyond the school. 

Conferences and Themed Events

Our community throughout the year engages with timely ideas through open‑access conferences and themed events on topics such as artificial intelligence, mathematics and innovation.

Signature talks like “From Learning to Innovation: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in the Future of Society” bring together students, parents, staff and external experts to exchange perspectives, foster dialogue and strengthen a shared culture of curiosity and critical thinking. 

Great Exhibition

The Grade 5 Great Exhibition is the culminating PYP event where students present three months of research and projects. Guided by teachers, peers and the wider community, they choose a shared theme, work in enquiry groups with mentor support and present their findings at the school’s Open Day.  
 
Throughout the process, older students, parents and local partners contribute expertise, while continuous assessment through journals, portfolios and presentations builds responsibility and real-world agency.

Platon Run

Platon Run is the school’s annual running event, offering 2K, 5K and 10K races for students, families and friends. It promotes wellbeing, healthy competition and community spirit, giving young athletes an inspiring goal to train for through our sports clubs. 

Chess Masters Programme

Primary School pupils join the Chess Masters programme through our Chess club, playing online interschool tournaments and tackling interactive lessons and puzzles that build confidence, sharpen critical thinking and make chess a genuinely fun, social challenge. 

Platon Basketball Spring

Our athletes compete in Platon Basketball Spring, an international U16 tournament that brings leading teams from Greece and abroad onto campus. Participants train and play in a professional‑style environment that emphasises resilience, tactical thinking, fair play and respectful rivalry. 

Model United Nations

Students debate global questions in a simulation of international diplomacy where every voice counts.

They refine research, critical thinking and persuasive communication while learning to negotiate, compromise and lead diverse groups of delegates towards realistic resolutions. 

MYP Personal Project

Students explore a year-long passion project that transforms personal interests into tangible outcomes.

They develop independence, research skills and creative problem-solving while designing, creating and reflecting on a self-directed journey that showcases individual growth, critical thinking and the power of student voice and choice. 

PS MUN Conference

Learners join a large‑scale international conference that brings hundreds of delegates together on campus. They experience high‑level debate and collaboration while sharpening English fluency, global awareness and leadership in an inspiring, multicultural setting. 

Social Awareness & Volunteerism

From their first day at Platon School, students are encouraged to understand their role in local and global society and to turn empathy into action.

Guided by the IB and Greece’s humanitarian tradition, they research social and environmental issues, propose solutions, and lead volunteer projects that make a real difference in their community. 

Student Councils

Learners champion social action through class and whole‑school councils where ideas grow into meaningful change.

They drive research‑based projects and environmental or community initiatives while practising democracy, collaboration and responsible citizenship. 

Student Project Leaders

Students take the lead on performances, presentations and school initiatives, from concept to curtain call. They plan timelines, coordinate teams and manage details while boosting confidence, creativity and responsibility.  

Think for Good

Students tackle real-world challenges through a long-standing, student-led initiative that explores social and environmental issues in depth. Working with experts and community partners, they research, debate and refine original ideas, then select and implement actions over time.

Supported by families and the wider school community, students build collaboration, problem-solving skills and a strong sense of civic responsibility, seeing their ideas create meaningful impact. 

Art School

Blend theatre and dance in a creative space where stories and movement come alive. Students explore acting, choreography and stagecraft while building confidence, body awareness and ensemble skills.

The experience leads to polished performances that reflect growing expression and discipline. 

Football

Train in an upbeat environment where drills and free play come together. Students build technique, fitness and tactical awareness while learning to apply the rules and work as a team. Friendly tournaments offer the chance to represent the school with pride and motivation. 

Foreign Language

Explore French, German and Spanish through focused afternoon lessons rooted in real-life contexts. Students develop listening, reading, speaking and writing skills, strengthen grammar and vocabulary, and move steadily towards internationally recognised language certifications. 

Swimming

Swim in a warm indoor pool where safety and confidence are central. Students refine stroke technique and breathing while improving stamina and overall wellbeing. The programme also encourages responsibility, cooperation and lasting habits for healthy living. 

Tech School

Explore programming, AI and digital creativity through hands-on projects that build computational thinking and problem-solving skills.

Design applications using Python, Roblox Studio and App Lab, create 3D art and animations with Blender, Tinkercad and Maya produce music with Ableton Live and develop chatbots whilst learning cybersecurity fundamentals.

Volleyball

Experience a fast-paced team sport that develops strength, speed and agility. Through skill practice and coordinated play, students learn tactics, respect and sportsmanship. Matches and school tournaments bring energy, challenge and shared enjoyment. 

Parent Wellbeing Programmes

Beyond regular school hours, parents, guardians and friends of Platon School join wellbeing programmes that turn the campus into a vibrant hub for adult learning and connection.

Activities such as adult choir, Greek dance workshops, Brazilian percussion, face yoga, musical, swimming and public speaking help participants relax, stay active and express themselves creatively. 

Parents and Guardians Association

The wider Platon School community of families and friends plays an active role in school life through the Parents and Guardians Association, founded in 1987 to foster close communication and collaboration with school leadership and teachers.

Together, they support students’ educational, cultural, artistic and recreational experiences, while leading charitable initiatives that reflect our strong spirit of solidarity and community care. 

ALOHA

Explore mental arithmetic through the Japanese abacus in a playful, structured way. Children aged 5 - 13 work with calculations, games and exercises that deepen understanding of the decimal system, strengthen memory, mind mapping and overall confidence in learning. 

Architecture

Design imaginative structures through hands-on projects using cardboard, recycled materials, clay, LEGO and colour.

Children work individually and in teams to build 2D and 3D pieces, cultivating aesthetic sense, spatial awareness and creative problem-solving before proudly presenting their work in an exhibition at the end of the year. 

Ballet

Express stories through graceful movement in carefully structured dance classes.

Children become familiar with different musical styles and rhythms while developing posture, flexibility and musicality, following the Royal Academy of Dance system that supports artistic expression and steady technical growth. 

Basketball

Bounce, pass and shoot in energetic practices that turn skill-building into a game.

Children work on dribbling, passing and shooting technique while improving overall motor coordination, communication and teamwork, discovering how strategy, quick thinking and collaboration make play more rewarding. 

Chess

Stretch strategic thinking in lively sessions that mix guided puzzles with real games.

Children learn rules and key tactics on boards or interactive screens, then play in pairs or groups, progressing from simple strikes to openings and endgames while sharpening memory, focus, creativity and responsible decision‑making. 

Choir

Sing in an uplifting ensemble where voices blend into one sound. Children rehearse Greek and international songs of increasing difficulty, expanding vocal range and musical knowledge.

They strengthen structured thinking, teamwork, emotional expression and confidence through performances on and beyond campus.  

Cooking

Create tasty, healthy dishes in cheerful, practical sessions that celebrate flavour and teamwork. Children chop, mix and handle fresh ingredients to refine fine motor skills, grow independence and enjoy collaborative tasks, all while building positive eating habits and basic understanding of nutrition. 

Fencing

Sharpen focus and agility in fast-paced bouts designed for children aged 6 - 12.

Training demands full mental engagement, alertness and precise control of movement, cultivating balanced physical abilities while developing technical skill, tactical thinking and the confidence to progress into official EOX competitions from age eight. 

Football

Practise passes, shots and dribbling in lively sessions that blend coaching drills with free play. Children refine technique, coordination and game awareness in a safe environment with specialist teachers, gaining confidence as they apply simple rules and enjoy playing as a team. 

Guitar

Strum melodies on acoustic and electric guitar in a rich, multicultural sound world that invites active experimentation.

Children explore genres from many cultures, learn symbols and rhythmic values. They develop modern instrumental technique, discipline and steadily grow their repertoire before sharing their progress in an end‑of‑year concert. 

Karate

Channel strength and focus in disciplined lessons where precise movements meet calm self-control. Children explore the deeper philosophy of “empty hand”, training body and mind, developing character, resilience and inner balance as they learn that true success begins with mastering themselves. 

Mini Sports

Discover various sports through playful activities specially designed for children aged 3-6.

This child-centred programme introduces the basics of track and field, volleyball, football and psychomotor games using age-appropriate equipment, helping young learners develop fundamental motor skills, imagination and creativity without competition in a fun, engaging way. 

Modern Dance

Express creativity through contemporary moves in lively afternoon sessions that blend music, rhythm and technique.

Children explore different musical genres while developing flexibility, strength and musicality, guided by the RAD and ISTD systems that support safe, joyful progress at every stage. 

Piano

Explore a rich, multicultural sound world through melodies and harmonies on the keyboard. Children build rhythm and notation skills, develop technique and expand their repertoire, strengthening cooperation, discipline and confidence before sharing their progress in an end‑of‑year concert. 

Robotics

Assemble and programme robots in project-based lessons that bring science and technology to life. Teams follow build guides, write simple code and reflect on challenges, boosting logical thinking, problem-solving and collaboration while gaining early familiarity with engineering, coding and real-world applications. 

Swimming

Develop confidence in the water step by step, from early floating practice to full-stroke technique.

Level-based groups, innovative teaching and regular practice help children swim without aids, understand session structure and progressively improve endurance, coordination and overall aquatic skills. 

Tennis

Build stamina and sharp reactions through engaging sessions that introduce groundstrokes, serves and rallies. Mini Tennis pathways and expert coaches nurture neuromuscular coordination, technical precision and mental focus, gently preparing young players for the competitive side of the sport.

Theatre

Step onto the stage to discover new perspectives and ways of self-expression. Through roles, movement and text, children explore creativity as they prepare a high-quality performance. Along the way, they experience teamwork, positive discipline and the joy of shared creative moments. 

Track & Field

Explore sprinting, endurance, jumping and throwing through exciting movement challenges that build speed, stamina and strength.

Children enhance motor skills, muscular coordination and an understanding of what it takes to perform as an athlete, all whilst promoting health, social interaction and the foundations of teamwork through hands-on, experiential learning. 

Volleyball

Enjoy a fast-moving team game that builds strength, speed and sharp coordination in a safe, non‑contact setting.

Children are introduced to rules and core skills through playful practice, then progress to organised 3×3 mini matches, gradually developing technique, tactics and a lasting love of the sport. 

Specialist academies

Our specialist academies open Platon School’s facilities to families and local residents through structured programmes in dance, swimming, basketball and karate.

Under the guidance of skilled instructors, learners follow progressive training that supports physical fitness, discipline and teamwork, reflecting the school’s broader commitment to all-round development and a balanced, active lifestyle.