European Interactive School (DES)

The school aims to foster a love of learning and develop students into happy, confident explorers of the world. Its philosophy is built on the "Theory of Multiple Intelligences" and emotional aptitude, seeking harmony between cognitive and emotional development. The school emphasizes bilingualism, inquiry-based learning, and the cultivation of talents through differentiated teaching methods.

The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP). The curriculum is taught in both Greek and English using the Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) method. Subjects include Language and Literature, Mathematics, Sciences, Individuals and Societies, Arts, Design, and Physical and Health Education, with the MYP culminating in a Personal Project in Year 10.

The school has received multiple distinctions at the Education Leaders Awards, including gold and silver awards for environmental awareness, inclusive education, and innovative infrastructure. Students have achieved success at the International STEM Olympiad, and the school is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and the development of responsible global citizens. Graduates are prepared for future academic challenges through the IB framework, which emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration, and independent learning.

The school employs a differentiated teaching approach based on the "Theory of Multiple Intelligences" to adapt to individual student talents and learning readiness. It provides targeted support through Greek as an Additional Language (GAL) classes and English Remedial Support (ERS) for students requiring assistance. The school is also recognized for its strategies in preventing bullying and its commitment to inclusive education.

The school requires an application fee for new Middle School students. Tuition fees are paid in installments, with specific schedules for Primary/Middle School (three installments) and Nursery/Kindergarten (four installments). Sibling discounts are available for families with two or three children, provided they are not all enrolled in the Middle School.

The academic year follows a structured schedule with tuition payments due in September, November/December, January/February, and March. The school operates throughout the year, including summer periods, and organizes various experiential events and activities, such as the "7+1 Game" for Christmas holidays.

The school operates across four distinct locations in the southern suburbs of Athens: a Nursery in Vari, a Kindergarten in Varkiza, a Primary School on Barakos Hill in Varkiza, and a Middle School in Agia Marina Koropiou. The Middle School campus is set amidst nature and olive groves, featuring architecture designed to foster learning with versatile spaces and integrated technology. The school provides transportation services across four zones.

Students participate in a wide range of activities including STEM Olympiads, sports tournaments (such as House League soccer), and environmental initiatives like the "Let’s Recycle in the Brown Bin" program. The school also offers after-school activities, workshops, and experiential learning opportunities, including international leadership camps and field trips. Service as Action is a core component of the Middle Years Programme, encouraging students to engage in community-based projects.