The English School was delighted to host the Women & Sport Initiative by Unicars, held under the auspices of Mrs Josie Christodoulou, Commissioner for Gender Equality of the Republic of Cyprus.

The initiative, part of Unicars’ Corporate Social Responsibility programme, aims to promote gender equality in sport, celebrate the achievements of female athletes and highlight inspiring role models who encourage young people to pursue their ambitions without limitations.

The event featured an engaging panel discussion, bringing together inspiring women from the worlds of sport, leadership and public service:

• Josie Christodoulou – Commissioner for Gender Equality
• Christianna Diogenous – CEO, Unicars
• Antri Christoforou – Professional Racing Cyclist
• Melina Kyriaki Beka – Swimming Athlete and English School Student

The panelists shared their personal experiences, challenges and achievements, highlighting the importance of perseverance, self-confidence, determination and equal opportunities. Their insights encouraged students to challenge stereotypes, overcome obstacles and pursue their ambitions with confidence.

The discussion was moderated by our Year 7 students, Maria-Christina Economides and Alexandra Georgiou, who facilitated an engaging exchange of experiences and ideas with students from across the School.

The event provided a valuable opportunity for students to hear directly from accomplished women, reflect on the importance of representation and equality in sport, and recognise the positive influence of female role models.

We extend our sincere thanks to Unicars, all four panellists and everyone involved in organising this meaningful event.

The English School is proud to celebrate the achievements of five students who represented the School at the Interschool Swimming Competition, held on 4 November at The Grammar School of Nicosia.

Our young swimmers delivered excellent performances, demonstrating determination, teamwork and sportsmanship throughout the competition, achieving impressive results in both individual and relay events.

Individual Achievements

Giorgos Mannaris (Year 2) – Silver Medal in the 50m Backstroke and 6th place in the 100m Individual Medley.
Stynos Antoniades (Year 2) – Bronze Medal in the 50m Breaststroke and 9th place in the 100m Individual Medley.
Eleanthi Neofytidi (Year 2) – Silver Medal in the 50m Backstroke and Bronze Medal in the 100m Individual Medley.
Ellie Papachristoforou (Year 2) – 13th place in the 50m Freestyle.
Evelina Hadjiyiannakou (Year 1) – 5th place in the 50m Backstroke and 9th place in the 50m Freestyle.

Relay Team Success: Our swimmers also achieved excellent results in the team events, securing two additional podium finishes:

• 4×50m Mixed Freestyle Relay – Bronze Medal
• Mixed Medley Relay – Silver Medal

These achievements reflect the students’ hard work, dedication and commitment to their sport, as well as the strong team spirit they demonstrated throughout the competition.

We extend our warmest congratulations to all five swimmers for their excellent efforts and for representing The English School with such pride and enthusiasm!

More than 30 students and teachers from The English School’s Eco Club and CAS team joined forces with Let’s Do It! Cyprus, part of the global Let’s Do It World movement, to participate in an environmental clean-up initiative at Athalassa Park.

The initiative brought together students and staff with a shared goal of protecting the local environment and contributing to a cleaner, greener Cyprus.

Working together, participants collected litter and waste from the park, demonstrating their commitment to environmental responsibility, teamwork and community engagement.

Beyond the immediate impact of the clean-up, the activity provided students with an opportunity to take an active role in environmental conservation and reflect on the importance of sustainability and collective action.

We congratulate all participating students and teachers for their enthusiasm, dedication and willingness to contribute to this meaningful initiative.

The experience was a valuable reminder that small actions, when combined with collective effort, can make a positive difference to our environment and local community.

We look forward to continuing our involvement in initiatives that encourage environmental awareness and responsible citizenship.

The English School is proud to celebrate the exceptional achievements of our students in the UKMT Senior Mathematical Challenge 2026, marking the School’s first participation in this prestigious mathematics competition.

Our students delivered outstanding results, with all 20 participants receiving awards: 15 Gold, 3 Silver and 2 Bronze, reflecting their mathematical ability, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

A special congratulations goes to Philippos Rouvas, who achieved a remarkable full-mark score, demonstrating exceptional mathematical knowledge and precision.

Gold Award Recipients

• Stella Anastasi
• Siddharth Raja
• Qiran Wang
• Andreas Aristodemou
• Konstantinos Chrysovalantis Georgiou
• Sotiris Cleanthous
• Aawaan Khan Bali
• Ioannis Lambrou
• Georgios Lioudakis
• ZhiBai Mark Huang
• Maximos Psaltis
• Anna Rouva
• Christian Skriver
• Giorgos Gavriil
• Philippos Rouvas

Silver Award Recipients

• Michaelangelos Apostolou
• Yanjia Huang
• Yixuan Xie

Bronze Award Recipients

• Despina Panayi
• Andreas Zangoulos

The UKMT Senior Mathematical Challenge encourages students to apply logical reasoning, creativity and mathematical understanding to a range of challenging problems, providing an opportunity to develop and demonstrate their skills beyond the classroom. Special thanks go to Mr Andreas Demetriou for his commitment, guidance and support in preparing our students for the competition.

This outstanding debut is a wonderful reflection of our students’ enthusiasm for mathematics and their willingness to challenge themselves and strive for excellence. We extend our warmest congratulations to all participating students for their hard work, dedication and impressive achievements.

The English School’s whole-school Pastoral Trips provided students with a wonderful opportunity to step outside the classroom, explore new environments and enjoy shared experiences with their peers and teachers.

From outdoor adventures to discovering new places, students across all year groups enjoyed a day filled with exciting activities, teamwork and memorable moments.

These trips form an important part of the School’s commitment to pastoral care and holistic education, offering students opportunities to strengthen friendships, build confidence, develop social skills and connect with one another in a relaxed and enjoyable environment.

Beyond the excitement of the day, the experiences helped foster a stronger sense of community, belonging and mutual respect, reinforcing the positive relationships that are central to life at The English School.

The day was a welcome opportunity for students to take a break from their usual routines, spend time together and create lasting memories with their classmates and teachers.

The English School is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our Year 3 students, Lydia Adamou and Christos Petsas, who have represented Cyprus on the International Badminton stage.

Both students were selected as members of the Cyprus National Badminton Team, representing their country at the European U15 Badminton Championships in Norway, competing alongside talented young athletes from across Europe.

Continuing their success internationally, Lydia and Christos delivered excellent performances at the International Badminton Tournament in Thessaloniki, securing three second-place finishes across individual and mixed doubles events.

Their achievements included:

• Lydia Adamou – 2nd Place, Girls’ Singles
• Christos Petsas – 2nd Place, Boys’ Singles
• Lydia Adamou & Christos Petsas – 2nd Place, Mixed Doubles

These impressive results reflect their dedication, perseverance and commitment to their sport, as well as their ability to compete at a high level internationally.

We extend our warmest congratulations to Lydia and Christos for their remarkable achievements and for representing both Cyprus and The English School with such distinction.

The English School community came together for a wonderful celebration at the Founder’s Day BBQ 2026, organised by the English School Parents and Guardians Association (ESPGA).

The event brought together students, parents, alumni, staff, Board members and friends of the School for a day filled with activities, entertainment and community spirit.

With delicious food, music, games and a lively atmosphere, the BBQ provided a fantastic opportunity for members of our School community to connect, celebrate and enjoy time together.

Sporting activities were also a highlight of the day, with the Student/Parent Tennis Doubles, Junior Boys Futsal Tournament and Senior Futsal Tournament bringing an added element of friendly competition and excitement. The tournaments were organised by the Student Council and generously sponsored by ESPGA.

We extend our sincere thanks to ESPGA for organising this wonderful event, as well as to the volunteers, Student Council and everyone who contributed their time and effort to making the day such a success.

The Founder’s Day BBQ is a celebration of the traditions, friendships and strong sense of belonging that make The English School community so special.

We look forward to many more opportunities to come together and celebrate our School spirit!

The English School is proud to support our Head Boy, Nicolas Maroudias, who took on an inspiring challenge in support of a meaningful cause.

On Sunday, 8 November 2026, Nicolas participated in the Lake Maggiore Marathon in Northern Italy, raising funds for The Always Ioanna Skordi Foundation.

Covering a distance of 42.2 kilometres along the picturesque shores of Lake Maggiore, from Arona to Verbania-Pallanza, Nicolas combined his passion for running with his determination to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

His initiative reflects the values of compassion, perseverance and social responsibility that we encourage at The English School, demonstrating how young people can use their talents and determination to support causes close to their hearts.

We congratulate Nicolas on undertaking this remarkable challenge and encourage our School community to support his fundraising efforts.

The English School is proud to celebrate the excellent achievements of four Year 4 students who represented the School at the Pascal Interschool Swimming Competition, held in October.

Our young swimmers delivered impressive performances, demonstrating determination, teamwork and sporting excellence throughout the competition and bringing home a remarkable collection of medals.

Individual Achievements

• Nikita Zubakov – Bronze Medals in the 50m Backstroke and 50m Freestyle, and a Silver Medal in the 100m Backstroke.
• Melina Loizou – Gold Medals in the 50m and 100m Backstroke, and a Silver Medal in the 50m Butterfly.
• Derem Uluerli – Gold Medal in the 100m Backstroke and Silver Medal in the 50m Backstroke, also securing 4th place in the 50m Freestyle.
• Ersoy Birman Kutoglu – Gold Medal in the 100m Breaststroke and 5th place in the 100m Freestyle.

Team Success

Adding to their individual achievements, all four swimmers joined forces in the Mixed Relay, delivering an excellent team performance and securing a Silver Medal. These results reflect the students’ dedication, hard work and commitment to their sport, as well as the strong team spirit they demonstrated throughout the competition.

We extend our warmest congratulations to Nikita, Melina, Derem and Ersoy for their outstanding efforts and achievements. Well done to all four swimmers for representing The English School with such pride!