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The English School congratulates its young scientists in Years 1 and 3 for their recent scientific projects and achievements.
On Thursday, 30 April 2026, a team of Year 1 students represented the school at the SCYence Fair, held at the Cyprus Institute. Theodore Kallis, Yuze Cao, Harry Kallis, Theodora Maria Elia and Efthyvoulos Iacovides presented their project on Moon Phases, explaining their work to visitors and sharing their understanding of this fascinating scientific topic.
Their presentation reflected confidence, curiosity and a clear interest in science. The students engaged well with those who visited their stand and represented the school with maturity and enthusiasm.
The school also congratulates the Year 3 students who took part in the class project “How to Survive on a Desert Island.” The project encouraged students to think creatively and apply scientific reasoning to a survival scenario. The best projects were recognised during a recent Year 3 assembly dedicated to celebrating student achievements.
Trophies were awarded to Siddarth Raja, Nephele Fatta, Stephanie Rose Georghiades, Elena Adoni, Ioannis Francisco Chatziiosif, Alessandra Coll Gabrielides and Harry Kallis for their excellent work and teamwork.
Well done to all our young scientists for their hard work, creativity and passion for learning.
The English School Students Achieve Outstanding Results at the Cyprus Economics Olympiad 2026
The English School is pleased to announce the success of its Year 7 students at the Cyprus Economics Olympiad 2026.
Five students were awarded medals in this year’s competition:
Gold Medals
Angelos Giorgallas
Ioli Georgiou
Silver Medal
Iosif Skordis
Bronze Medals
Nikolas Hadjiloucas
Michalis Vasiliades
The English School achieved the highest number of gold medals and the highest total number of medals among the 50 public and private schools that participated in the competition. The result is particularly notable, as only 10% of participating students were awarded a medal, while The English School students achieved a 100% medal success rate.
The students’ performance reflects their strong preparation, disciplined study, and clear interest in economics. Their achievement also reflects the academic support provided by the Economics Department.
Special thanks are extended to Mr Tryfonas Hadjichristoforou and Mr Demetris Moiseos for their guidance, encouragement, and subject expertise in preparing the students for the competition.
The English School warmly congratulates Angelos, Ioli, Iosif, Nikolas, and Michalis on their success and on representing the School with distinction.
The English School is pleased to congratulate Paris Christodoulides on his recent success at the 47th Panhellenic Music Competition “Philon” Awards, held in Athens.
Paris, a member of the First Violins of the Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra, was awarded 1st Prize with Distinction in Category B1 Strings, for musicians aged 13–14.
This achievement recognises Paris’s musical ability, discipline, and dedication to violin performance. It also reflects the careful guidance and support of his teacher, Antonis Bargilly, whose work has contributed to Paris’s continued development as a young musician.
The English School warmly congratulates Paris on this excellent result and wishes him continued success in his musical journey.
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Cyprus School Chess Championship 2026
On 2 and 3 May 2026, students from our school proudly participated in the Cyprus School Chess Championship 2026, competing in both the Individuals tournament (2 May) and the Teams tournament (3 May). The event brought together talented young chess players from schools across Cyprus and lasted from the morning until late in the afternoon, providing students with a challenging and rewarding competitive experience.
Our school was represented by two teams. The Upper School Team (Years 4–7) consisted of Pavlos Chrysostomou, Andreas Kyriakides, Konstantinos Trigkas, Mikhail Kiselev, and Agkelos Prastitis. The Lower School Team (Years 1–3) included Alexandros Christodoulidis, Perseas Dicusari Elissaiou, Vasilis Vasiliou, Tolis Anninos, and Christophoros Anninos.
Both teams demonstrated excellent concentration, sportsmanship, and determination throughout the competition. Their efforts led to outstanding results, with our Upper School Team securing 3rd place overall and our Lower School Team achieving 6th place.
Several students also delivered exceptional performances in the individual championship. Pavlos Chrysostomou achieved an outstanding 1st place in the Upper School Individual Tournament, while in the Lower School category, Perseas Dicusari (5th) Elissaiou, Vasilis Vasiliou (7th) and Alexandros Christodoulidis delivered excellent performances.
We warmly congratulate all participants for representing our school with dedication and enthusiasm. Their achievements reflect not only their chess skills but also perseverance, strategic thinking, and teamwork. Well done to everyone involved!
Year 1 Students Take Part in King’s Baton Relay 2026
A group of Year 1 students took part in the King’s Baton Relay 2026, organised by the Cyprus Olympic Committee, as part of the lead-up to the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
The event gave students the opportunity to learn more about the Commonwealth Games and to try a range of sports, including judo, cycling, running, table tennis, volleyball and weightlifting.
Through their participation, students were introduced to different sporting disciplines and enjoyed an active, engaging experience outside the classroom.
The Year 1 students had a very enjoyable day and represented the School with enthusiasm throughout the event.
The English School is pleased to congratulate its students on their excellent results in the Cyprus Economics Olympiad 2026, organised by the Pancyprian Association of Economics Teachers in cooperation with the Pancyprian Association of Political Economy.
Five students from The English School sat the examination, and all five achieved medals, securing a 100% success rate. The results were as follows:
| Student | Medal |
|---|---|
| Angelos Giorgallas | Gold |
| Ioli Georgiou | Gold |
| Iosif Skordis | Silver |
| Nikolas Chatzikoukas | Bronze |
| Michalis Vasileiades | Bronze |
The students’ results reflect strong preparation, subject knowledge, and analytical ability in Economics. The Economics Club, run by Mr Tryfonas Hadjichristoforou and Mr Demetris Moiseos, has supported students in developing their understanding of economic concepts and applying them in a competitive examination setting.
We warmly congratulate all participating students and their teachers on this achievement.
