Elementary School Program Fall/Winter 2025-26
Additional information regarding after-school recreational activities will be provided on September 10. Please be advised that after-school activities will start on September 22.
The programs will begin on Monday, September 22, 2025 and end on Friday January 23, 2026.
Registration opens on Friday, September 12 at 10:00 and closes on Tuesday, September 16 for the Elementary Sports After School Recreational Programs.
We hope your children enjoy the activities!
Weekly schedule
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Active Kids (1-2) | Grow up with Sports (JK-KG) | Modern Jazz & Hip Hop (3-5) | Kids Athletics (3-5) | EC4 Swimming (JK-KG) |
| Basketball (3-5) | Basketball (1-2) | Chess (1-5) | Volleyball (3-5) | Basketball (1-2) |
| EC1 Swimming (JK-KG) | Soccer (3-5) | EC3 Swimming (JK-KG) | Tennis | Tennis |
| Swimming (3-5) | Musical Theater (1-5) | Swimming (3-5) | EC1 Swimming (JK-KG) | Gymnastics (3-5) NEW! |
| Tennis | EC2 Swimming (JK-KG) | Tennis | Swimming (1-2) | Comic Club (3-5) |
| Ballet (KG -2) | Swimming (1-2) | Parkour (1-2) | Soccer (1-2) | Swimming (3-5) |
| Art Challenge (1-2) | Tennis | Parkour (3-5) | ||
| Archery (3-5) |
The program will continue to run with the following parameters for the majority of the activities:
- Young students (JK, KG) will wait in their classrooms to be picked up by the instructors and escorted to their activity.
- All other grade-level students must walk to the designated meeting place prior to the beginning of the activity.
- Parents/Guardians picking up their child(ren), must be prompt for the pick up time @ 17:00.
Please note that there is no supervision available. - Snacks will not be provided. We encourage students to bring a healthy snack from home.
- If your child is sick or absent during the school day, he/she is not allowed to participate in any after-school activities.
- In the case of rain, the outdoor activities sessions will take place indoors with alternative plans.
- The session dates, costs, and meeting points for every sport are provided below.
In the event that a session needs to be canceled, parents/guardians will be notified, and every effort will be made to reschedule the missed session(s) before the end of the program. - For any emergencies or any needed communication after school hours (after 16:00), you may call: 30 698 3329849 (Ms. Maria Giannikopoulou) or 210.6070.294 / 210.6070.240 / 210.6070.235 / where a staff member will be on duty until all the after-school activities have been completed.
- Wednesday,October 8 (Half Day)
- Tuesday, October 28 (OXI Day - School Closed)
- Thursday October 30 (PT Conferences)
- Friday October 31 (Halloween Carnival)
- Monday November 17 (Half Day)
- Monday November 24 to Friday November 28 (Thanksgiving Break)
- Wednesday December 10 (Half Day)
- Friday December 19
Activities Fees & Deadlines:
There is a predetermined cost per activity to help pay for the instructor's time and materials; please see the activities sections below.
Please note that if minimum registration is not met, the activity may be canceled. In such an event, you will be contacted by the Athletic Office.
For questions or concerns, please contact Ms. Maria Giannikopoulou at 210 6070294 in the Athletic Department or via email: giannikopouloum@acs.gr.
Registration & Cancellation Protocols
Registration during the course of the Semester (after the start of the activities) will be allowed based on availability:- If registration for the activity takes place before 50% of the total number of sessions are completed, then the entire fee is required (100%).
- If registration for the activity takes place after 50% of the total number of sessions are completed, then 50% of the fee is required.
Cancellation Policy
- If a student wishes to withdraw from an activity before the second session, a full credit refund is given for another activity.
- If a student wishes to withdraw from an activity after the second session and before 50% of the total sessions are completed, then 50% of the activity fee is credited for another activity.
- No credit will be offered If a student wishes to withdraw from an activity after 50% of the total sessions are completed (except in the case of an injury or illness resulting in absence of three weeks or more).
Active Kids | Grades 1 - 2
Dates: Fall/Winter (Mondays)
September 22, 29
October 6, 13, 20, 27
November 3, 10
December 1, 8, 15
January 12, 19
A program designed to make kids enjoy and learn all Olympic sports and beyond. Children will work together, fostering cooperation and bringing out their best while playing and discovering new sports.
Location: Backfield / Rainy Day Location: Elementary Gym
Grades: 1 - 2
Cost: € 80
Minimum enrollment: 8 students / Maximum enrollment: 20 students
Day: Monday
Time: 4 - 5 pm
Instructor: Mr. Harry Hatziangelou
Meeting point: Outdoor Volleyball Court / Rainy day: Area Outside the Administration Building (The instructor will be waiting for the students.)
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Archery | Grades 3 - 5
Dates: Fall/Winter (Tuesdays)
September 23, 30
October 7, 14, 21
November 4, 11, 18
December 2, 9, 16
January 13, 20
Future archers will learn basic techniques, safety rules, competition procedures and will have the chance to enjoy shooting through fun games and competitions.
Advantages gained through archery training include:
* Increased levels of concentration * Reduced stress * Sharpened mind * Toned the upper body * Strengthened the back * Does not require specific body skills
Location: 5th Grade Playground / Rainy Day Location: MS Room 8
Grades: 3 - 5
Cost: € 100
Day: Tuesday
Time: 4 - 5 pm
Minimum enrollment: 8 students / Maximum enrollment: 12 students
Instructor: Mr. Apostolos Nanos
Meeting point: Outdoor Volleyball Court / Rainy day: Area Outside the Administration Building (The instructor will be waiting for the students)
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Art Challenge | Grades 1 - 2
Dates: Fall/Winter (Mondays)
September 22, 29
October 6, 13, 20, 27
November 3, 10
December 1, 8, 15
January 12, 19
Elementary school students will create a different art project as a challenge each day, with the challenges chosen based on the season, various national days, and educational value.
During these art classes, the students will eagerly await the daily creative challenge. Each day brings a new and exciting project, tailored to the changing seasons and special occasions. No matter the project, the instructor ensures that each challenge not only sparks the students' artistic expression but also reinforces important educational concepts, such as color theory, dimensional design, or the natural world. Through these engaging, themed activities, the young artists develop their skills, explore their creativity, and gain a deeper appreciation for the world around them.
Location: ES Art Classroom
Grades: 1 - 2
Cost: € 130
Day: Monday
Time: 4 - 5 pm
Minimum enrollment: 8 students / Maximum enrollment: 15 students
Instructor: Ms. Marina Kouvopoulou
Meeting point: Outdoor Lunch Tables / Rainy day: Area Outside the Administration Building (The instructor will be waiting for the students)
Ballet / Grades KG-2
Dates: Fall/Winter (Mondays)
September 22, 29
October 6, 13, 20, 27
November 3, 10
December 1, 8, 15
January 12, 19
Dates: Fall / Winter (Wednesdays)
September 20, 27
October 4, 11, 18, 25
November 1, 8, 15, 29
December 6, 13 (NO), 20
January 10, 17
Lessons will be based upon classical ballet technique, free movement and character work. High-quality instruction and training will aim to correct posture, balance, line of dance, space consciousness, strength, rhythm, repertoire and composition. Students will need to provide their own tights and dance shoes.
Location: Theater
Grades: KG - 2
Cost: € 150
Please note: A Ballet production will take place at the end of this coming session in May. Should your child be enrolled in the Winter/Spring session, an extra cost will be required for costumes and accessories. This cost is estimated between 40-60€.
Minimum enrollment: 8 students / Maximum enrollment: 15 students
Day: Monday
Time: 4 - 5 pm
Instructor: Ms. Katerina Mitakou
Meeting point: Outdoor Volleyball Court / Rainy day: Area Outside the Administration Building (The instructor will be waiting for the students)
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Basketball | Grades 1-2
Dates: Fall/Winter (Tuesdays)
September 23, 30
October 7, 14, 21
November 4, 11, 18
December 2, 9, 16
January 13, 20
OR (Fridays)
September 26
October 3, 10, 17, 24
November 7, 14, 21
December 5, 12
January 9, 16, 23
A fun activity for students who would like to learn and practice basketball fundamentals. Students will work together and learn the basic principles of smooth collaboration.
Location: Outdoor small Basketball Court / Rainy Day Location: MS Room 5
Grades: 1 - 2
Cost: € 80
Day: Tuesday OR Friday
Students may choose to participate either on Tuesdays or Fridays, but please note that attending both days is not permitted.
Time: 4 - 5 pm
Minimum enrollment: 8 students / Maximum enrollment: 12 students
Instructor: Ms. Marianthe Serelis
Meeting point: Outdoor Volleyball Court / Rainy day: Area Outside the Administration Building (The instructor will be waiting for the students)
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Basketball | Grades 3 - 5
Dates: Fall/Winter (Mondays)
September 22, 29
October 6, 13, 20, 27
November 3, 10
December 1, 8, 15
January 12, 19
Students will work on their basketball skills through fun and entertaining drills and games. They will also be encouraged to work together and learn the basic principles of smooth collaboration.
Location: Outdoor small Basketball Court / Rainy Day Location: MS Room 8
Grades: 3 - 5
Cost: € 80
Day: Monday
Time: 4 - 5 pm
Minimum enrollment: 10 students / Maximum enrollment: 15 students
Instructor: Ms. Collen Macvor Puhr
Meeting point: Outdoor Volleyball Court / Rainy day: Area Outside the Administration Building (The instructor will be waiting for the students)
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Chess | Grades 2 - 5
Dates: Fall/Winter (Wednesdays)
September 24
October 1, 15, 22, 29
November 5, 12, 19
December 3, 17
January 7, 14, 21
Chess is the most popular game ever invented. The benefits of chess to children are endless! It strengthens mental clarity, fortitude, and stability. It develops decision-making and patience and builds focused concentration. Above all, it's fun! This course will provide lessons tailored towards the skills of the children, combined with supervised training games.
Location: Atrium
Grades: 2 - 5
Cost: € 130
Day: Wednesday
Time: 4 - 5 pm
Minimum enrollment: 6 students / Maximum enrollment: 10 students
Instructor: Mr. Konstantinos Soultatis
Meeting point: Outdoor Volleyball Court / Rainy day: Area Outside the Administration Building (The instructor will be waiting for the students)
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Comic Club | Grades 3-5
Dates: Fall/Winter (Fridays)
September 26
October 3, 10, 17, 24
November 7, 14, 21
December 5, 12
January 9, 16, 23
In the school's art room, students gather excitedly for their comic creation workshop. Under the guidance of their art teacher, they embark on a journey to bring their own unique comic characters and stories to life. The teacher provides helpful handouts and templates, outlining the essential elements of comic design, from panel layouts to speech bubbles.. By the end of the session, each student proudly displays their self-made comic, ready to share their imaginative tale with the world.
Location: ES Art Classroom
Grades: 3-5
Cost: € 130
Day: Friday
Time: 4 - 5 pm
Minimum enrollment: 8 students / Maximum enrollment: 15 students
Instructor: Ms. Marina Kouvopoulou
Meeting point: Outdoor Lunch Tables / Rainy day: Area Outside the Administration Building (The instructor will be waiting for the students)
Grow Up with Sports | Grades JK - KG
Dates: Fall/Winter (Tuesdays)
September 23, 30
October 7, 14, 21
November 4, 11, 18
December 2, 9, 16
January 13, 20
A program focused on helping children develop healthy, strong bodies by enhancing their balance, running, jumping, and throwing skills through engaging, story-like activities. This unique approach will help young kids feel secure and build their confidence.
Location: Elementary Gym
Cost: € 80
Day: Tuesday
Time: 4 - 4.45 pm
Minimum enrollment: 8 students / Maximum enrollment: 20 students
Instructor: Ms. Efi Karatopouzi
Meeting point: The instructor will meet and pick up the students from their classroom.
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Dates: Fall/Winter (Fridays)
September 26
October 3, 10, 17, 24
November 7, 14, 21
December 5, 12
January 9, 16, 23
Gymnastics in school is a fun and active way for students to build strength, flexibility, and coordination. It involves learning skills like balancing, tumbling, and jumping in a safe and supportive environment. Students not only improve their physical fitness but also develop confidence, discipline, and teamwork.
Location: ES PE Indoor Area 1
Grades: 3-5
Cost: € 100
Day: Friday
Time: 4 - 4.45 pm
Minimum enrollment: 10 students / Maximum enrollment: 15 students
Instructor: Ms. Maddie Comer
Meeting point: Outdoor Volleyball Court / Rainy day: ES PE Indoor Area 1
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Dates: Fall/Winter (Thursdays)
September 25
October 2, 9, 16, 23
November 6, 13, 20
December 4, 11, 18
January 8, 15, 22
A program that teaches and trains children in track and field through engaging and playful activities. Kids will develop their confidence, agility, coordination, and speed while having fun.
Location: Backfield / Rainy Day Location: Elementary Gym
Grades: 3 - 5
Cost: € 80
Day: Thursday
Time: 4 - 5 pm
Minimum enrollment: 10 students / Maximum enrollment: 25 students
Instructor: Ms. Efi Karatopouzi
Meeting point: Outdoor Volleyball Court / Rainy day: Area Outside the Administration Building (The instructor will be waiting for the students)
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Modern Jazz & Hip Hop | Grades 3 - 5
Dates: Fall/Winter (Wednesdays)
September 24
October 1, 15, 22, 29
November 5, 12, 19
December 3, 17
January 7, 14, 21
Jazz has become one of the most popular dance styles in recent years, mainly due to its prevalence on television shows, movies, music videos and commercials. People enjoy watching jazz dancers, as the dancing is fun and energetic and consists of unique moves and fancy footwork. A jazz class explodes with energy. The class goal is to produce physical and expressively well-trained dancers.
Location: Theater
Grades: 3 - 5
Cost: € 150
Please note: a Jazz/Hip Hop production will take place at the end of this coming session in May. Should your child be enrolled in the Winter/Spring session, an extra cost will be required for costumes and accessories. This cost is estimated between 40-60€.
Day: Wednesday
Time: 4 - 5 pm
Minimum enrollment: 8 students / Maximum enrollment: 15 students
Instructor: Ms. Katerina Mitakou
Meeting point: Outdoor Volleyball Court / Rainy day: Area Outside the Administration Building (The instructor will be waiting for the students)
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Musical theater | Grades 1 - 5
Dates: Fall/Winter (Tuesdays)
September 23, 30
October 7, 14, 21
November 4, 11, 18
December 2, 9, 16
January 13, 20
In the Musical Theater class, students will have the chance to learn and perform songs and dances from such Broadway and movie musicals as Grease, Saturday Night Fever, Mama Mia, The Sound of Music, Mary Poppins, A Chorus Line, The Lion King, Cats, Annie, 42nd Street and other great, classic shows. This course is the perfect way to explore the fundamentals of musical theater in a dynamic and fun atmosphere. The program will lead to a performance at the end of class.
Location: Theater
Grades: 1 - 5
Cost: € 150
Please note: a Musical Theater production will take place at the end of this coming session in May. Should your child be enrolled in the Winter/Spring session, an extra cost will be required for costumes and accessories. This cost is estimated between 40-60€.
Day: Tuesday
Time: 4 - 5 pm
Minimum enrollment: 8 students / Maximum enrollment: 15 students
Instructor: Ms. Katerina Mitakou
Meeting point: Outdoor Volleyball Court / Rainy day: Area Outside the Administration Building (The instructor will be waiting for the students)
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Parkour | Grades 1 - 2 & Grades 3-5
Fall/Winter (Wednesdays)
September 24
October 1, 15, 22, 29
November 5, 12, 19
December 3, 17
January 7, 14, 21
Parkour is an activity that exercises the whole body. Taught by qualified instructors in a safe and structured environment, Parkour at ACS Athens is a fairly new activity that will challenge the Elementary students. Students of all ES grades can take part in this activity and they will be divided into two groups.
Location: EC PLayground / Rainy Day Location: ES Gym
Grades: 1-2 & 3 - 5
Cost: € 140
Day: Wednesday
Time: 4 - 5 pm
Minimum enrollment (for each group): 7 students / Maximum enrollment: 15 students
Instructor: Provided by Athens Parkour Academy
Meeting point: Outdoor Volleyball Court / Rainy day: Area Outside the Administration Building (The instructor will be waiting for the students)
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Soccer | Grades 1-2
Dates: Fall/Winter
(Thursdays)
(Thursdays)
September 25
October 2, 9, 16, 23
November 6, 13, 20
December 4, 11, 18
January 8, 15, 22
Soccer for young children who would like to have fun, while learning the basic Soccer skills. This activity supports teamwork through engaging and entertaining drills.
Location: ES field / Rainy Day Location: MS Room 5
Grades: 1 - 2
Cost: € 80
Day: Thursdays
Time: 4 - 5 pm
Minimum enrollment: 8 students / Maximum enrollment: 20 students
Instructor: TBA
Meeting point:Outdoor Volleyball Court / Rainy day: Area Outside the Administration Building (The instructor will be waiting for the students)
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Soccer | Grades 3 - 5
Dates: Fall/Winter (Tuesdays)
September 23, 30
October 7, 14, 21
November 4, 11, 18
December 2, 9, 16
January 13, 20
Students will improve their soccer skills through fun drills and games. Through Soccer, students learn how to work together and build their confidence.
Location: Backfield / Rainy Day Location: MS Room 10 & MS Room 6
Grades: 3 - 5
Cost: € 80
Day: Tuesday
Time: 4 - 5 pm
Minimum enrollment: 15 students / Maximum enrollment: 25 students
Instructor: Litsas Panagiotis
Meeting point: Outdoor Volleyball Court / Rainy day: Area Outside the Administration Building (The instructor will be waiting for the students)
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Volleyball | Grades 3 - 5
Dates: Fall/Winter (Thursdays)
September 25
October 2, 9, 16, 23
November 6, 13, 20
December 4, 11, 18
January 8, 15, 22
Students will work on their Volleyball skills through entertaining drills and mini games. They will also learn how to work together and have a smooth collaboration.
Location: Outdoor Volleyball Court / Rainy Day Location: Elementary Gym
Grades: 3 - 5
Cost: € 80
Day: Thursday
Time: 4 - 5 pm
Minimum enrollment: 8 students / Maximum enrollment: 15 students
Instructor: Ms. Valia Efstathiou
Meeting point: Outdoor Volleyball Court / Rainy day: Area Outside the Administration Building (The instructor will be waiting for the students)
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