Greece Guide: Education

Find information about the education system in Greece - admission, tuition fees and other characteristics of kindergartens, primary schools, secondary schools and universities.

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  Education in Greece

  Schools, schedules and other education features

  The education system in Greece is comparable to that of other developed countries in the world and pretty good considering the large number of pupils who attend private schools.

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  Public education in Greece

  Curriculum, hours and evaluation system

  Pre-school education is voluntary in Greece, but it is gradually being made compulsory throughout the country. Mandatory education starts at the age of six in primary schools and continues through lower secondary school.

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  Private education in Greece

  Benefits of private schools, tuition fees and education programmes

  Private schools in Greece offer all levels of education. They have different educational programmes and tuition languages.

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  Higher education

  Types of higher institutions for Greeks and international students

  Greek higher education is fully regulated by the state. Public higher education is divided into universities and technological education institutes (TEI). Only public institutions are allowed to provide tertiary education.

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