As of January 2025, Socrates Academy has been recognized as an official examination center for the Greek Language Certification exams conducted annually by the Center for the Greek Language.
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The Certificate of Attainment in Greek was established by the Greek Ministry of Education in 1998 to address the need for certifying the various levels of proficiency in Greek for an increasing number of individuals who speak or study Greek as a foreign/second language in Greece and abroad. The Center for the Greek Language, the official body responsible for granting Greek Language Certificates, has been conducting these examinations consistently since 1999.
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The Centre for the Greek Language and its accredited Examination Center #10034 of Socrates Academy announce the final dates of the Examination for the Certification of Attainment in Modern Greek.
GREEK MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS CENTRE FOR THE GREEK LANGUAGE
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Registration Period: From February 1 to March 20, 2025
Oral examinations are conducted immediately after the written ones.
Sample tests can be found on the website of the Center for the Greek Language.
Only candidates who will be at least 8 years old on 31st May 2025 are eligible to participate in the examinations. Candidates who will be over the age of 12 on 31st May 2025 are not eligible to participate in the examination for Level A1 for children 8-12 years old (they can participate in the examination for Level A1 for adolescents/adults instead). Our examinations have no other age limits. However, candidates under the age of 16 are advised not to participate in the examinations for Levels B2, C1 and C2 because answering the exam questions in the papers may require prior knowledge and experiences that young candidates do not have.
Applications can be submitted either online here or via a paper application at the examination center.
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For applications and additional information, please contact Dr. Matthaios Stamoulis, Supervisor of the Ellinomatheia Exams:  mstamoulis@socratesacademy.us, cell 704.858.4313 or Ms. Maria Kotrotsios: mkotrotsios@socratescademy.us , cell 704.756.8557.
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You may also visit the Centre for the Greek Language HERE ​
Ellinomathia is an internationally recognized certification that assesses and validates the Greek language proficiency of non-native speakers. Organized by the Centre for the Greek Language (CGL), it is endorsed by the Greek Ministry of Education and Religious Affairs. The certification is widely respected and can be a significant asset for academic and professional purposes.
Levels of Ellinomathia: The Ellinomathia exams are divided into several levels, each corresponding to different stages of language proficiency
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​A1 Beginner level
A1 (for children 8-12): Focuses on basic communication skills in everyday situations.
A1 (for adolescents and adults): Similar in content but tailored for older learners.
​A2 Elementary Level
Tests basic knowledge of Greek, including the ability to understand and use simple phrases and sentences in familiar contexts.
B1 Intermediate Level
Demonstrates the ability to handle everyday communication needs, such as understanding and participating in conversations on familiar topics.
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B2 Upper-Intermediate Level
​Indicates a good command of Greek, with the ability to understand more complex texts and engage in detailed discussions.
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C1 Advanced Level
Reflects an advanced understanding of the language, enabling the learner to use Greek fluently and accurately in both professional and social contexts.
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C2 Proficiency Level
The highest level, showcasing near-native proficiency. This level is often required for academic or professional use of Greek in Greek-speaking environments.
Importance and Application:
Achieving certification in Ellinomathia not only provides official recognition of your Greek language skills but also enhances your cultural connection to Greece. It can be particularly beneficial for students seeking to study in Greece, professionals working with Greek-speaking communities, or anyone with a personal interest in the language.
At Socrates Academy, students are prepared for these exams through a structured Greek language program, tailored to their proficiency level. This ensures that students not only learn the language but also gain the skills needed to succeed in these globally recognized assessments.
Congratulations to our successful scholars and all of the participants in the official Ellinomatheia Exams 2024!
LEVEL Α1
SRIJA BALAJI · IANTHE CHRISTOPOULOS · NATHANIM DANIEL · NAOMI GATHERS · PRATISHREE GUPTA · MAEREG KEBREAB · ELECTRA KOUNOUSOU · PETER MARINAKOS · MEHTA PANAASH · BENJAMIN PUENTES · ANA RUSSELL · REYANSH THAKUR · LIANA WOGAYEHU · HOWARD ZHENG
LEVEL Α2
GIORGIO BOSSINA · VIOLET BROWN · CAMILA CORTEZ · IONE CHRISTOPOULOS · DIMITRIOS GEORGALIS · ELISAVET HADLEY · PENELOPE HILAS · EVA ISKANDARANI · EVANGELIA KAZAKOS · KAROLOS MILLER · ZELIE MONTGOMERY · VICTORIA SAVASTANO
LEVEL Β1
PAUL BISBIKIS · ELENI FLOROPOULOS · ANASTASIA GEORGALI · CHRISTIAN GREGORY · ODYSSEAS KALIMERIS · ALEXANDER KOUNOUSOS · CHARISIA MAVROEIDI · KOSMAS PATERAS · NOAH REMETAN · BRYON SMITH · ELISAVET STRATES · ZOE STRATES · ADRIENNE THOMOPOULOS · DIMITRIOS TSIGARIDAS · IRENE VASSILARAS · CONSTANTINE VLACHOS-MOBLEY · RISHAAN VORA · WILLIAM VROCHIDES
LEVEL Β2
\VASILIKI PANOGEORGOU · NICHOLAS VATSIS
LEVEL Γ1
ΝIKI PANOGEORGOU