Latin
The study of a classical language teaches students to solve problems, think precisely and communicate clearly.
Latin at City
The study of Latin, through the combination of language and literature, showcases the ancient glory and history that surrounds the Roman Empire.
Why study Latin at City?
Studying Latin at City takes us into the very heart of a great civilisation with a rich language, literature and history. We encourage our students to read works of ancient literature in the original.
Students enjoy the challenge and discipline of learning a highly inflected language. Latin is far from being a dead language: formal grammar and translation provides a key to many modern European languages that are studied alongside Classics.
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Curriculum
Year 7-9
Students focus on the life of ancient Romans living in Italy, Roman Egypt and Roman Britain. From the outset of the course, we read Latin stories set firmly in a Roman context, with language points introduced into the stories and analysed after reading. While language work accounts for most of the students’ time, the study of the background is an integral part of the course. Students are encouraged to notice the contribution of Latin to English vocabulary and learn to interpret and evaluate archaeological and simple written evidence.
Year 10-11
Students who choose this subject can expect to be reading Latin literature by the spring of year 10. They will study set texts, including a selection of poetry and prose and supplement their academic studies with trips to museums, lectures and plays as appropriate.
Sixth form
Students read in the original language some of the most influential works of poetry and prose in Western Literature, and gain a deep insight into the way language works through the medium of interesting and thought-provoking texts. Latin is a fantastic resource for developing advanced thinking skills which are valued highly by employers. All of the above combine well with all arts subjects, and many girls who study science enjoy Latin as a contrast.
"Studying Greek and Latin is a perfect combination of language and literature with the added benefit of leaning about great civilisations that influenced life today so much."
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12/10/2021
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