In renovated and upgraded schools the students of 426 units in September – On 15 June the works start

Starting June 15, construction teams will begin work at 426 schools nationwide, spanning 245 municipalities. This marks the implementation phase of the “Marietta Giannakou” program, which aims to upgrade public schools at all educational levels.

Most projects are expected to be finished by early September, ahead of the new school year, although some may take until the end of November to complete.

The initiative was formalized during a meeting held on Friday at the Mexico Mansion, chaired by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, and attended by Minister of Infrastructure and Transport Christos Dimas, Minister of Education Sofia Zacharaki, and Minister of State Akis Skertzos. Building Infrastructures SA, the state construction company, will oversee the projects.

According to a government spokesperson, “This commitment, which was announced at the DETH, is now being realized. It represents an investment in public education, ensuring that students and teachers have access to environments that promote learning and sports, with inclusivity and no barriers.”

The “Marietta Giannakou” program involves comprehensive renovations or construction of accessible sanitary facilities, development of basketball and volleyball courts, playgrounds in kindergartens, as well as painting both indoor and outdoor areas. Ramps for disabled individuals will also be constructed.

Where necessary, funding will be allocated for roof repairs and the installation of lifts for individuals with disabilities.

Initially, funding will stem from a €100 million donation from the four major banks through the Hellenic Bankers Association, with additional funding expected from the Public Investment Program.

Of the 426 schools set for improvements, the majority—over 230—are public schools, including more than 150 secondary education units.

Special schools identified by municipalities and those located in areas recently affected by natural disasters are also included in the program, with priority given to border and island regions.