Education in Greece
The Greeks have always valued EDUCATION. Once Greece became independent of Turkish rule, elementary school for all children became the law. Today, Greek law says all children "must attend school from the ages of 6 to 15." Greek children start school at age 6. In state schools, education is free, but some children go to private school, especially if they want to learn foreign languages. However, English is the second language for most Greeks, & students begin studying English in grade school.Since English is the language used for tourism & technology [2 areas that produce jobs], the young Greeks want to master English. Note: Most University-educated Greeks speak English, French, & some German.After 6 years of grade school, the children go to the gymnasium [high school]. High schools specialize in different subjects. Some schools focus on Greek history, language, culture, & literature....
