The study of classical languages assists in the development of good communication skills. Universities and employers value the subjects for the skills that they develop and as a sign of an individual who has made a less common choice of subjects to study. The opportunity to study Greek is particularly rare. The IB Diploma courses in Latin and Greek build on previous study of Latin, at GCSE or equivalent standard. Study of language and literature continues, but is joined by an Internal Assessment component. Teachers in the department are always willing to encourage any particular interests pupils might have, from Greek mythology to Roman medicine. Sixth form pupils are able to attend talks by university lecturers in Manchester and online, and at Stonyhurst’s Senior Essay Society. Trips have included Rome, London and theatre performances; we have also invited visiting theatre companies to Stonyhurst. These enrichment opportunities often take place in conjunction with other subject areas. We are also fortunate to have access to the Stonyhurst Collections, with artefacts and texts available for closer study.
Entry to the Sixth Form is based upon interview (via video or telephone call, if international), a satisfactory performance in the entrance examination, completion of a 500-word handwritten personal statement and submission of satisfactory school reports and school reference. We would also expect good performance at GCSE (or equivalent). Applicants would normally be required to have obtained a minimum of 5 Grade 6 passes at GCSE (or equivalent). Applicants for the Cambridge Technical course would be expected to achieve Grade 4 passes at GCSE including Maths and English Language, together with 3 other Grade 4s at GCSE. Some international pupils may be required to sit the Oxford Placement test. UK boarders will also be required to complete an overnight trial board if becoming a boarder.
There is a new course for first teaching in September 2022. Both Standard and Higher Levels test language and literature knowledge and understanding, and have coursework in the form of a Research Dossier. Paper 1: unseen language comprehension and translation HL – prose AND verse, 30% of total marks, 2 hour examination. Paper 2: prepared literature HL study TWO core texts and two companion texts; 1 hour 30 examination, 30% of total marks. Coursework: identical task for SL and HL of a research dossier on any topic, presenting 7-9 primary sources with a 1,200 word discussion; 30% of total SL marks, 20% for HL. Additional HL coursework: one 100-120 word original composition in Latin or Greek, with supporting rationale; the marks are primarily awarded for understanding how original authors choose to write, rather than for accuracy of the candidate’s own composition (20% of total marks).
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £25,000; Boarding £37,140 - £42,540 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Stonyhurst, Clitheroe, BB7 9PZ |
The study of classical languages assists in the development of good communication skills. Universities and employers value the subjects for the skills that they develop and as a sign of an individual who has made a less common choice of subjects to study. The opportunity to study Greek is particularly rare. The IB Diploma courses in Latin and Greek build on previous study of Latin, at GCSE or equivalent standard. Study of language and literature continues, but is joined by an Internal Assessment component. Teachers in the department are always willing to encourage any particular interests pupils might have, from Greek mythology to Roman medicine. Sixth form pupils are able to attend talks by university lecturers in Manchester and online, and at Stonyhurst’s Senior Essay Society. Trips have included Rome, London and theatre performances; we have also invited visiting theatre companies to Stonyhurst. These enrichment opportunities often take place in conjunction with other subject areas. We are also fortunate to have access to the Stonyhurst Collections, with artefacts and texts available for closer study.
Entry to the Sixth Form is based upon interview (via video or telephone call, if international), a satisfactory performance in the entrance examination, completion of a 500-word handwritten personal statement and submission of satisfactory school reports and school reference. We would also expect good performance at GCSE (or equivalent). Applicants would normally be required to have obtained a minimum of 5 Grade 6 passes at GCSE (or equivalent). Applicants for the Cambridge Technical course would be expected to achieve Grade 4 passes at GCSE including Maths and English Language, together with 3 other Grade 4s at GCSE. Some international pupils may be required to sit the Oxford Placement test. UK boarders will also be required to complete an overnight trial board if becoming a boarder.
There is a new course for first teaching in September 2022. Both Standard and Higher Levels test language and literature knowledge and understanding, and have coursework in the form of a Research Dossier. Paper 1: unseen language comprehension and translation HL – prose AND verse, 30% of total marks, 2 hour examination. Paper 2: prepared literature HL study TWO core texts and two companion texts; 1 hour 30 examination, 30% of total marks. Coursework: identical task for SL and HL of a research dossier on any topic, presenting 7-9 primary sources with a 1,200 word discussion; 30% of total SL marks, 20% for HL. Additional HL coursework: one 100-120 word original composition in Latin or Greek, with supporting rationale; the marks are primarily awarded for understanding how original authors choose to write, rather than for accuracy of the candidate’s own composition (20% of total marks).