Here is what students have to say about the Lyceum experience ... 

“The summer in Crete was the best experience in my life.  Thank you for everything you gave to us.  I hope that future students of The Lyceum can gain as much as all of us have.  I really wish other teachers could give as much to their students as those of The Lyceum did." 
... Kelsey

"Thank you so much for taking care of me and my friends for one month.  Teachers at The Lyceum are the most caring, helpful, and approachable teachers I have ever met."
...Eric

"The Lyceum was certainly an experience that changed my outlook on life.  The classes were amazing and extremely interesting."
... Joanna

"This experience was life-changing.  I feel I have accomplished more in this month than I have in my entire life!"
... Nikola

"I honestly feel that this experience has caused me to realize what is important in life.  It is an awesome experience that is educational yet so much fun!  The teachers are amazing!"
... Alex

"The teachers are excellent and caring individuals who just want to make an enriching experience for all who attend The Lyceum.  It is education in more ways than one and changes your perspective as a person.  I would strongly recommend The Lyceum to anyone interested in exploring themselves while simultaneously exploring the island of Crete.”
.... Ian

“I feel it changed me a lot. Everything is a lot different here than back home.  It’s a refreshing change of scenery.  Being in a new place with tons of people you’ve never met before is a great experience – and everybody is so nice.”
... Anthony

“My experience in Greece made me a much more mature, independent person.  It helped me grow and appreciate new cultures.  I would most definitely recommend this program if you want to broaden your horizons and meet lots of amazing people.”
... Emily

“In a word: stupendous.  I learned so much about myself, others and Greek culture and history. The classes, teachers and people were amazing. Such an experience!  You really got to indulge in Greek culture.”
... Ted

“When you come back from Greece you will not be the person you were when you left.  You will be pushed harder than you’ve ever been but the satisfaction of success makes everything worthwhile.  The trip of a lifetime.”
... Gillian

“Greece was amazing!  It definitely was the experience of a lifetime.”
... Sabrina

“A great trip.  Beautiful, fun and completely worth it.”
... Michelle

“Greece was amazing.  I don’t think I’ve ever had so much fun in such a short period of time before.  The places, the people, friends you make, will last for a lifetime.  Mr. Krisak and Mr. Katsipodas spent a lot of time and effort on this and it shows.  Just don’t go expecting it to be like Canada, because it is a lot different.”
... David

“I really was impressed with the teaching staff.  They always made it enjoyable!  Coming to Greece was an experience of a lifetime!”
... Calista

“I loved this experience!  It was so much fun! It made me value everything more and experience different cultures.”
... Arianna

“Greece was an amazing experience that I will remember for a long time.  I met amazing people, learned life lessons and made memories that will last me a lifetime.”
... Kasia

“This was one of the most surreal experiences I’ve had.  We weren’t just visiting Greece and learning about the culture, we were living in Greece and experiencing the culture. Thank you so much!”
... Janna

“It’s a life changing experience.  You learn to function and live by yourself.  You get pushed out of your comfort zone, but you learn to love it.  Unforgettable.”
... Katarina

“The Canadian Lyceum of Greece is an experience of a lifetime.  One gains knowledge and appreciation for the world that surrounds us.”
... Chloe

“I would tell [prospective students] to suck all that they can out of this trip, because before you know it it’s over!  This experience has changed me by making lots of new friends, including some of the teachers!  I cannot wait to come back to Greece next year!  Thank you for this fulfilling, fun, exciting, educational (in so many ways) opportunity!  I will remember it for life!”
... Lexi

“This experience will teach you so much.  It has a unique teaching style that makes learning fun! Thank you for providing me with such a good time!  I will be back.”
... Matt

“Greece will change you.  You will gain lifetime friends, cherished memories and have the trip of your lives.  I’d like to stress the excellence of the teachers.  You pulled through and made this month amazing for those who appreciated it.  Thank you.”
... Cameron

“I had one of the best experiences of my life – meeting friends that will last a lifetime.”
... Jen

“It was awesome!  A life changing experience.”
... Leyna

“I loved the program!  Even though my family wasn’t here with me, it was as though each teacher took the role of some relative, whether it was the big sister or the crazy uncle.  The staff made this experience the best it could be.”
... Nasha

“Experiencing life in Greece for the past month has provided more for me than words can sufficiently describe.  Each day spent here contributed to more than a high school credit…it allowed me to feel enlightened and inspired regarding my mind, body and soul.  Immersing oneself into a culture and land far from your own provides an everlasting paradigm shift unachievable in any other way.  Greece – you will stay in my mind forever.”
... Faith

“This trip was an experience of a lifetime and will always be remembered.  Everybody was so nice and fun to be with.  The teachers are all superb and Mr. Katsipodas is awesome.”
... Steven

“I would say that the only way to understand this awesome experience is to do it.  Words cannot begin to describe this experience.

“This was the most amazing experience of my life!  I never thought I would actually find learning so interesting.  I have met the most amazing people and have made life long friends.  Home will be depressing because for the next 11 months I will be thinking about Greece!” 
 ... Talia

“Lyceum rocks period! My experience in Crete was like no other – unbelievable beauty, excellent teachers, and hot beaches.  It broadened my world view greatly and is an excellent opportunity for Canadian students looking to see the world and continue their education in an interesting and novel manner.  The teachers are dedicated, highly knowledgeable about the island, and witty. A++!!  An excellent month!”
... Burke

“This experience has been absolutely incredible!  I have never been so enriched and learnt so much in only a month.  The teachers involved are such brilliant and amazing people.  I would like to thank you so much for this opportunity.  I would gladly spread the word to all my friends on this program.  I felt the music program was enriching and I enjoyed it a lot.” ... Kelly


“Prepare to gain weight! But a good kind of healthy weight!  Amazing cultural experience.  Learn more about yourself.  Try every kind of food even the slimy snails.”
... Nadia

“My experience with The Lyceum in both years has been amazing.  It’s definitely opened me up and helped me to get to know other people.  The education program really gets you thinking about the world around you and the teachers are so dedicated.”

“This is a FABULOUS experience!  It will open your eyes and make you see the world in a completely different way.  If given the chance, GO!  You won’t regret it!”
... Sarah

“I had the BEST time of my life! I am so grateful that I was able to experience this trip! 
You learn sooo much about yourself, and you take back more than you ever thought you would!”
... Gillian


“I think that this experience was a once in a life time opportunity that anyone could enjoy.  I would recommend this trip to anyone.  It was worthwhile as I did learn a lot, not only about Greek history, but about myself and met a lot of great people.  I will NEVER forget this experience and hopefully can come back next year!  This was an awesome trip! Many thanks to every awesome teacher who took the time to spend their summer vacation trying to put up with me!  Thank you so much!”
... Carmen


“This was an absolutely amazing trip.  I am so glad I had the resources and opportunity to come to Greece. Not only did I get a high school credit, I met wonderful people and experienced a fabulous culture.  THANK YOU SO MUCH!”
... Elissa

The Canadian Lyceum of Greece is a great experience! You’ll learn things and make new friendships that will last a life time.”

“This was one of the best experiences of my life.  The teachers and everyone here were amazing and I feel as though this is something I will carry with me through the rest of my life.”

“It was the most amazing experience of my life. No words could explain how much fun I have had.”

“There is no other place in the world like Crete. This land is soaked in the history of the birth place of Western Civilization. The things learned are incomparable.

“I’ve learned more in one month than I’ve ever learned in my entire life.  I’m more independent and confident than I’d ever thought possible.  My immediate family has been extended to include friends and teachers I’ve met here.  I had the time of my life and will leave with no regrets, and a few hundred photo albums of life long memories.”
... Hannah

“This trip was such an amazing experience! I am so happy with this school that I am coming here next summer.”
... Anna


“This trip to Crete has been a great adventure.  I have met so many new friends and have experienced so many new things.  This country has opened my eyes to the richness of Greek culture and the relaxed pace of life.  These people became my family and I hope that anyone who has the opportunity will take a chance and go to The Canadian Lyceum of Greece.  I found that there was an excellent balance between school, fun and co-curricular on almost all occasions.”
... Marnie

“This experience for me was completely enriching and life changing.  I learned so much about just about everything and feel as though I have a better outlook on life.  Don’t waste this opportunity, it is worth every penny and you will feel so amazing when you return.  I can hardly describe this experience.  You will never have such an opportunity.”
... Katy

“This was one of the most amazing experiences of my life.  I would come back here in a second and I will be recommending it to everyone.  There was never a moment where I wasn’t enjoying myself.”

"You learn more about yourself here than anywhere else.  You learn a balance that takes over and there is no turning back. I love this place and refuse to leave.”

“The Canadian Lyceum of Greece was an experience that I learned a lot from.  I met a lot of new friends, learned a lot of history and about communities.  I really enjoyed it. The Canadian Lyceum of Greece was a wonderful experience.”
... Naomi


“This month has been amazing. I was kept so busy I was never homesick.  Every teacher was great. It was fun learning how everything is “all hooked up” and experiencing the culture.  The food was delicious. I see myself visiting Greek restaurants in the future.  Don’t change the location.  I like this style of school.”
... Angela


“When you learn about the past from the stones of ruined cities, suddenly history becomes much more interesting.  I learned more this month than I did the year before it. I was taught by the best teachers in the world, ate the best food in the world and made friends I will keep forever.  This is an eye-opening experience.”
... David

"The school was amazing. I had a lot of fun and learned.  Thank you.”

"Greece has changed my life in so many ways.  I have really enjoyed being somewhere people walked 2000 B.C. It’s empowering.  The people you meet here are the nicest people anywhere.  The teachers here are amazing!”

“To learn in the environment where “it all started” is an immeasurably enriching experience.”

“This experience has built character in me that will stay with me the rest of my life.  Greece has definitely brought out a side of me that is not only beneficial but it will stay with me forever.  Thank you very much for your compassion, generosity and most of all your patience and understanding on this trip.  I wish good luck to all of you for the future. It’s all hooked up!”

“This place is very cool and everybody should try it.  I have learned so much about life and what the world holds.”

“The Lyceum was a wonderful learning experience for me, and the opportunity to travel to Crete in a group has made me much more open to cultures and countries.  This trip has definitely given me the travel bug and I hope to be able to see more of Europe and Greece in the future. The teachers and students here were amazing.  I will keep in touch with the new friends I have made.  This trip has been a blast! I’ll be bragging about my trip for months after my return.”

“This trip was amazing! Definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience.  It goes beyond a normal summer school program to become an exciting adventure in a new land, enriched by the cultural background of Crete.  I just want to thank all the staff, the founders/organizers, and the Principal for making this an amazing experience. I think I speak for everyone when I say that not one of us is going back to Canada without seeing some part of life in a new way.  Thank you for making this fabulous dream possible!”

“It’s a wonderful trip.  I would tell everyone the things you learn and see are so powerful you’ll come back as a different person.”

“Thank you so much for this wonderful experience.”

“I have said it before and I will say it again… I am a different person going home than when I got off the plane at the beginning of the summer.  As Sophie says “you have rekindled my sense of natural wonder!”  If I could do it all again…I wouldn’t change a thing.”

“Crete has a sort of indescribable beauty.  The balcony view of silhouetted mountains, the caves, hills and ruins.  This experience has taught me to appreciate the natural beauty inherent in the world around us. In one short month, I have had one of the most amazing experiences of my life. Just want to say that it was amazing to have interesting, interested people and intelligent teachers surrounding me for a whole month, enriching my experience.  You restored my faith in modern education, and I had the most amazing time.  OOH!  Idea!  Next time you should charter a plane for us.  That would make packing/ taking guitars and other breakable stuff back to Canada easier.  Yep, the end.”

“My Cretan experience was one of absolute enjoyment. The learning environment was superb and the culture is inviting and unique.  I loved everything about my trip and I would recommend it to anyone interested in a life-changing month.”

“I think my favorite experience about this trip was learning about a country and culture that I knew practically nothing about prior to coming on this trip. I would go back anytime!  The Lyceum was great!  The learning didn’t just end in the classroom though; the Saturday excursions were not only fun, but also very informative.  I also loved meeting new people! Everyone in the group was great and we all have lasting memories together now.  The teachers were all very supportive and made sure we had a say in things.  I would recommend this trip to everyone who is open for learning, new experiences and lasting memories!”

“Greece has an inexplicable, unique quality.  The picturesque countryside, charming towns, and established history make Greece mystifying.  It made me take a step backwards and evaluate my life in Canada.  Greeks live a different life than Canadians do and from this I learned a lot about myself and others. I left Greece a changed person, having learned not only English but also an appreciation for life and what it entails. The Canadian Lyceum of Greece was a fabulous experience and it is one I will cherish for the rest of my life.”

“The experiences we had this summer were amazing!  The excursions and the beaches were amazing.  I would have to say the whole trip was my favourite part, and there are probably too many stories for me to even remember them all.  And of course I would go back any day, it was beautiful.  The trip is something to be recommended to others, because it was an amazing bonding experience, and it was a lot of fun and learning. The memories will always be fresh.  Marina and I tell everyone these stories over and over again, and each one leads to another one and another.  Oh, this trip was awesome.  I miss Greece.”