An A Level in Latin is a highly-regarded way of demonstrating all-round academic ability and complements both Arts and Science A Level combinations. It is a rich, stimulating and wideranging course which explores the language, literature, history, politics and culture of the Romans. Whilst fascinating in its own right, by its interdisciplinary nature, Latin A Level promotes the acquisition of a myriad of transferable skills, from problem-solving to analytical writing.
Successful 16+ candidates will usually receive an offer of a place conditional on their performance at the assessment day. The school expects applicants for the Sixth Form to achieve a grade 7 (A) or higher in the subjects they wish to study at A Level and an overall grade profile of at least four grade 7s (A) and no other grades lower than a 6 (B) at GCSE. Candidates should also have demonstrated an excellent attitude to work, and a willingness to contribute to the life of the school. NB: these guidelines are subject to change, please check with the Admissions Registrar email: admissions@reigategrammar.org for further details.
The course is assessed via four written examinations. Component 1 – Unseen Translation Section A: Translation of an unseen prose passage from Latin into English Section B: Translation of an unseen passage of verse from Latin into English Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes; Weighting: 33% Component 2 – Comprehension Either: Answer comprehension and grammar questions on an unseen passage of Latin prose Or: Translation of a passage from English into Latin Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes; Weighting: 17% Component 3 – Prose Literature Sections A & B: Short answer questions, including both translation and comprehension, showing understanding and appreciation of the set text studied Section C: Essay on set text studied Duration: 2 hours; Weighting: 25% Component 4 – Verse Literature Sections A & B: Short answer questions, including both translation and comprehension, showing understanding and appreciation of the set text studied Section C: Essay on set text studied Duration: 2 hours; Weighting: 25%
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £22,530 - £22,995 |
| Address | Reigate Road, Reigate, RH2 0QS |
An A Level in Latin is a highly-regarded way of demonstrating all-round academic ability and complements both Arts and Science A Level combinations. It is a rich, stimulating and wideranging course which explores the language, literature, history, politics and culture of the Romans. Whilst fascinating in its own right, by its interdisciplinary nature, Latin A Level promotes the acquisition of a myriad of transferable skills, from problem-solving to analytical writing.
Successful 16+ candidates will usually receive an offer of a place conditional on their performance at the assessment day. The school expects applicants for the Sixth Form to achieve a grade 7 (A) or higher in the subjects they wish to study at A Level and an overall grade profile of at least four grade 7s (A) and no other grades lower than a 6 (B) at GCSE. Candidates should also have demonstrated an excellent attitude to work, and a willingness to contribute to the life of the school. NB: these guidelines are subject to change, please check with the Admissions Registrar email: admissions@reigategrammar.org for further details.
The course is assessed via four written examinations. Component 1 – Unseen Translation Section A: Translation of an unseen prose passage from Latin into English Section B: Translation of an unseen passage of verse from Latin into English Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes; Weighting: 33% Component 2 – Comprehension Either: Answer comprehension and grammar questions on an unseen passage of Latin prose Or: Translation of a passage from English into Latin Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes; Weighting: 17% Component 3 – Prose Literature Sections A & B: Short answer questions, including both translation and comprehension, showing understanding and appreciation of the set text studied Section C: Essay on set text studied Duration: 2 hours; Weighting: 25% Component 4 – Verse Literature Sections A & B: Short answer questions, including both translation and comprehension, showing understanding and appreciation of the set text studied Section C: Essay on set text studied Duration: 2 hours; Weighting: 25%