St.Catherine's British School in Athens, Greece

Academic

Our Learning

Philosophy

Our vision is to empower young people to understand, care, and create a better future—an education that develops both intellect and character.

We believe that academic excellence must go hand in hand with empathy, integrity, and global awareness.

Grounded in our four values—Care, Integrity, Dedication, and Curiosity—we cultivate learners who think critically, act responsibly, and contribute meaningfully to the world around them. Our approach balances academic rigour with creativity, wellbeing, and service, preparing students not only to succeed in examinations but also to lead with purpose and compassion.

This vision is lived daily in our classrooms, co-curricular activities, and community partnerships. From child-led learning in nursery to our internship programmes for IB students, St. Catherine’s empowers students to explore widely and think deeply connecting knowledge to real-world purpose.

Our curriculum is based on the National Curriculum for England, adapted to reflect our international context and designed to provide a strong foundation for progression to IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme.

  • Lower School: National Curriculum for England + International Primary Curriculum
  • Upper School: National Curriculum for England -> Dual Pathway Approach for IGCSEs -> IB Diploma Programme

As an international school rooted in Greece, our setting enriches learning through access to ancient heritage, diverse cultures, and global perspectives—an education shaped by the past but oriented firmly toward the future.

We see education not as a destination but as a continuum that encourages curiosity, connection, and contribution.

Our graduates leave St. Catherine’s with open minds, strong moral compasses, and the confidence to make a difference—locally, nationally, and globally—reflecting a vision of education where excellence and humanity move hand in hand.