Classics
Pupils learn Latin from Year 5 upwards.
Our aim is to ensure that pupils master the fundamentals of Latin so that they can translate from Latin into English with confidence while also enhancing their knowledge of English grammar and vocabulary and supporting their study of other modern languages.
This is achieved by adopting a disciplined approach to learning grammar and vocabulary while at the same time demonstrating Classics to be relevant to our understanding of modern languages, culture and history. It is also achieved by ensuring that the boys enjoy their time in the classroom.
Greek is introduced in Year 8 and may be taken as a Common Entrance subject at Level 1 by those boys whose Latin ability has allowed them to spend a lesson a week on a second Classical Language.
Rory Johnston
January 2011