We are thrilled to announce that our school was proudly represented by pupils from Years 4, 5, and 9 at this year’s No Finish Line event held at OAKA on Thursday, May 16th, and Friday, May 17th.
A total of 223 of our pupils and teachers participated with immense joy and enthusiasm, contributing to the biggest charity run for children in need. Our school's dedication and spirit were truly remarkable.
Our school finished in 5th place out of 24 participating schools and 12th out of 112 teams, accumulating an incredible total of 1,733 kilometres.
A huge congratulations and well done to everyone who came and gave it their all during this event! Your hard work and commitment have made a significant impact.
 

Congratulations to our International Award Bronze team for successfully completing their final expedition last weekend, marking the end of their IA programme. The Year 10 pupils embarked on a two-day hike on the island of Kea for two days, culminating in a refreshing swim at Pisses beach, where they also camped for a night, cooked their own meals and bonded under the starry sky.
Throughout the IA programme the pupils demonstrated resilience, stretching their comfort zone and trying new things. We hope that the skills and experiences gained from this programme will benefit them in their future endeavours. We are proud of their achievements and the personal growth each student has shown. Well done to everyone!
 

On Friday 12th April our Year 9 pupils began their journey to Mount Parnassos eager for the adventure that awaited them.

Upon arriving in the region of Amfissa, we were warmly greeted by the climbing experts of Trekking Hellas. With their guidance, we embarked on a scenic hike to reach the climbing area of "Portes." After a refreshing picnic, our guides wasted no time in imparting the fundamental rules and techniques of climbing, which we eagerly put into practice on the natural rock walls. With ten different climbing routes of varying difficulty set up by the Trekking Hellas team, every participant found their perfect challenge.

The following day we returned to the climbing area for another day of adventure. Under the watchful eye of our guides, we developed our climbing skills even more, pushing ourselves to new heights with each ascent.

As we bid farewell to Delphi Valley and embarked on our journey back to Athens, we couldn't help but reflect on the memories created during our time together. Our adventure in Mount Parnassos was more than just a physical achievement; it was a testament to the spirit of exploration and bonded us as a group. As we eagerly anticipate our next escapade, we carry with us the memories of cliffs conquered and friendships strengthened!

On the last day of the Spring term, the pupils of the junior school participated in our annual Easter bonnet Parade. It was a delightful exhibition of creativity and togetherness which was thoroughly enjoyed by all the children and staff. 

A chocolate Easter egg was the much sought after prize to the best hat in each year group, although it was a difficult decision for the judges!

Congratulations to all who took part in this traditional celebration!

On 24th and 25th April, our youngest pupils in Early Years and Reception classes had tremendous fun in their presentation days for families and friends. The children demonstrated a wide variety of exercises which they had prepared for this term in their action packed PE lessons. 

Additionally, these Early Years children dazzled the audience with a sweet dance choreography crafted by Ms. Katsogianni. The whole event was a delightful celebration of their progress and their commitment to staying active and healthy!

Thank you to all the parents who joined us and supported their children.

During the spring term, the Years 4, 5, and 6 Charity Ninjas embarked on the ‘Freerice Group Challenge’, a trivia game with a humanitarian twist. Armed with tablets and determination, pupils competed to answer questions, earning 10 grains of rice for each correct response to support the United Nations' World Food Programme. After four weeks of spirited competition, the Year 4 team emerged victorious, donating an impressive 60,670 grains of rice. Their success highlights their commitment to global citizenship and making a meaningful impact on the world. Congratulations once again to our Charity Ninjas for their outstanding achievement!

On a sunny Friday morning this Spring, the Year 3 children were very lucky to have four special visitors come to their classrooms. The children were delighted to see and learn all about the habits, needs and appearance of these baby rabbits which are actually known as “kittens”.

The children sat calmly and asked our 'bunny experts', their responsible and knowledgeable owners, many questions about caring for such young creatures. They were the cutest little visitors Year 3 has ever had!

On Friday 19th April, our Early Years classes visited the ‘Oasis Activity Farm Park’ to reflect on their learning about their current topic of ‘Animals’. There, they met a variety of farm animals including donkeys, ponies, ducks and chickens which coexist freely, harmoniously and naturally at Oasis Park.

Some of the activities our pupils participated in included feeding the animals and visiting the horses in their stables, where they could brush them. As well as getting to meet the friendly farm animals, the children thoroughly enjoyed participating in musical games, riding pedal-karts and enjoying a fun Easter egg hunt!

St. Lawrence College takes enormous pride in its teaching and support staff, who are the school’s most precious resource.

Staff at St. Lawrence College enjoy an outstanding working environment with access to top quality training and support.

Our school takes a proactive and vigorous approach to safeguarding the security and wellbeing of its pupils. Consequently, full background checks will always be pursued before any applicant is employed by the school. Moreover, every applicant for any position will be sent the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy.

When seeking to recruit, St. Lawrence College will employ by advertising openings in the appropriate media as well in this section of the school website.

We welcome applications from qualified, passionate, driven people, who would like to join our community and help us to achieve our goals. Such individuals should email us and attach their CV and covering letter (both in English).

Any CV sent to the school will be handled in confidence according to the school’s Privacy Policy.

Teachers of secondary/senior school subjects should submit an up-to-date CV and covering letter, in English, to  careers@slc.gr addressed to Mr Phil Holden, The Headmaster of St. Lawrence College.

Teachers or classroom assistants for Early Years or the primary/junior school should submit an up-to-date CV and covering letter, in English, to  careers@slc.gr addressed to Ms Shona Good, The Headmistress of the Junior School of St. Lawrence College.

 St. Lawrence College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.  Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, local authorities and the Disclosure and Barring Service in the UK.

Over the past couple of weeks, the annual sports days and running events took place for the junior school and high school pupils.
Pupils in years 1,2 & 3 took part in their annual flat races and their sports day incorporated 9 different displays of skills which they have worked on throughout the year. Whereas pupils in year 4-9 took part in track & field events such as running, high jump, long jump, tug of war and shot put.
This was the first year our pupils of years 4 and up enjoyed using the brand-new track and they managed to set many new school records in various events.
Junior school and high school pupils alike worked hard leading up to these events, and created sporting memories that will last them a lifetime.
Thank you to all the parents who were in attendance cheering from the sidelines and made the events that much more memorable!
 

Congratulations to our International Award Bronze team who completed one more expedition last weekend! This time the Bronze team went to Mt Helicon for two days of hiking and one night of camping under the stars. Over the two days, the IA pupils completed two hikes in the mountain practising basic orientation and navigation skills. On Saturday night they cooked and camped in the mountain while enjoying the company of their friends, and on Sunday they headed back home after their morning hike. Well done to all of them!

This year’s Panhellenic Forensics Tournament took place on 4-7 April, hosted by Mandoulides Schools in Thessaloniki. 22 schools with over 400 participants competed in the various events: Duet Acting, Oral Interpretation of Literature, Oratory, Impromptu Speaking, Group Discussion and Debate.

With a very strong and enthusiastic team of 24 pupils, SLC achieved 2nd place overall, with 6 Finalists in total!

Our finalists were:

• Troy Mikaelian (Year 10) – Group Discussion
• Kimberly Wang (Year 11) – Dramatic Oral Interpretation of Literature
• Koralia Datsiou (Year 10) – Comic Oral Interpretation of Literature
• Katerina Athanasopoulou (Year 13) + Michael Ziogas (Year 11) – Comic Duet
• Elise Katholos (Year 11) + Thea Colson (Year 11) – Comic Duet
• Sasha Frangos (Year 12) + Andres Van Meek (Year 12) – Comic Duet

Koralia Datsiou, and Katerina Athanasopoulou and Michael Ziogas won 1st place in their categories!

Congratulations to everyone who participated and helped make this such a great team!

On Thursday 28th of March our boys and girls U14 football teams took part in a tournament hosted by St.Catherines. Six schools took part in the boy’s tournament and four school’s took part with six teams in the girl’s tournament.

The boys advanced through the group stage in 1st place after two difficult matches. They narrowly lost in the semi-final against. In the game for 3rd place they won 5:1 ultimately receiving bronze medals for their valiant efforts.

The girls did not advance to the semi-finals as they narrowly lost both group stage games by a 1:0 score line. However, they were all smiles at the end of the tournament having won their last match were they faced St.Catherines.

For many boys and girls this was their first ever tournament and they loved the taste of competition and seeing an amazing interschool event occur. Congratulations to all the team members, and a big thank you to the coaches Mr Styliatis and Mr Strzemiecki for their excellent work with their respective teams.

On Tuesday, March 28th, our Year 8 pupils had the opportunity to visit the Museum of Illusions in Monastiraki, which offered an enthralling blend of visual, sensory, and educational experiences, welcoming our pupils to immerse themselves in the fascinating realm of illusion. Within its walls, our Year 8 pupils were treated to a diverse array of exhibits, ranging from the expansive infinity tunnel to mesmerizing kaleidoscopes, lifelike holograms, mind-bending hollow face illusions, and intricate stereograms featuring pictures within pictures.

Furthermore, they enthusiastically engaged in stimulating brainteasers and puzzles, igniting their curiosity and fostering a deeper understanding of optical illusions. Particularly captivating were the perplexing anti-gravity room and the disorienting vortex tunnel, where pupils found themselves thoroughly absorbed in exploring the boundaries of perception.

Through this visit, our overarching goal was to cultivate curiosity among our young mathematicians about vision, perception, the human brain, and their intricate relationship with Mathematics. Remarkably, this goal was met with resounding success as pupils emerged from the experience with newfound intrigue and appreciation for these interconnected fields.

Following the enriching journey through the museum, our pupils had the opportunity to unwind and socialise at the nearby cafeteria, enjoying hot chocolate and sweet bakery treats. This provided a delightful conclusion to the day's adventures, allowing them to relax, chat with friends, and even make new acquaintances outside their usual circles.

The Mathematics trip to the museum proved to be an enjoyable and enlightening experience for our Year 8 pupils, leaving them with lasting memories and a deeper appreciation for the wonders of illusion and Mathematics.

Congratulations to our International Award Silver team for completing a three-day expedition to Mt Menalon last weekend! The pupils hiked for three days in the mountain and tried to find their way using just a map and a compass. They hiked in groups making their own decisions and when they reached their destination they camped there for the night. The pupils demonstrated great stamina, hiking more than 20 kilometres in three days while carrying their own equipment, and amazing team building skills, making sure each member of the group would make it to the final destination! Well done to all our Y11 IA pupils!