In March 2025, the National Commission for Bioethics and Technoethics of Greece issued a formal opinion on the use of artificial intelligence in Greek schools. The opinion sets out ethical guidelines and policy recommendations covering principles including respect for human dignity, autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, equitable access, transparency, complementarity, and sustainability. The Commission was established in 2021 to assess the ethical, social, and legal implications of scientific advances and has previously issued opinions on AI in health. The opinion is advisory and not legally binding on school operators or the Ministry of Education.
Who it affects: The opinion is directed at the Ministry of Education and school administrations as guidance for any AI use in primary and secondary settings. It has no enforcement mechanism and no direct legal effect on schools, teachers, or students.
What is notably missing: The opinion is non-binding guidance. Greece has no national law requiring schools to follow ethical AI principles in classroom use, no enforcement mechanism tied to the opinion, and no dedicated public funding to implement the recommended safeguards. The Commission functions as an advisory body; its recommendations do not automatically translate into regulatory obligations.