The study of Latin develops critical thinking and logical analysis. Few subjects allow the study of a language, and History, Philosophy, Literature, Society, Geography, Law… It also promotes skills that are universally applicable to further education and employment. The Classics Department has a distinguished record of success at Oxford and Cambridge. Classicists are much sought after in Banking, Law, Journalism, Accountancy and the Arts.
Pupils must have attained a minimum of a ‘7’ grade in GCSE Latin or equivalent, but ‘8/9’ is usual. Familiarity with, and understanding of, the vocabulary, grammar and syntax from the GCSE syllabus are vital for successful study at this higher level. Encouragement should be gained from the fact that what new syntax there is invariably builds on an element met at the GCSE level. Pupils should enjoy the mental stimulation of arriving at accurate translation and be able to see linguistic fluency as a means of accessing, in the original language, some of the finest literature in European culture.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £48,930 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £35,760 |
| Address | Duke's Ride, Crowthorne, RG45 7PU |
The study of Latin develops critical thinking and logical analysis. Few subjects allow the study of a language, and History, Philosophy, Literature, Society, Geography, Law… It also promotes skills that are universally applicable to further education and employment. The Classics Department has a distinguished record of success at Oxford and Cambridge. Classicists are much sought after in Banking, Law, Journalism, Accountancy and the Arts.
Pupils must have attained a minimum of a ‘7’ grade in GCSE Latin or equivalent, but ‘8/9’ is usual. Familiarity with, and understanding of, the vocabulary, grammar and syntax from the GCSE syllabus are vital for successful study at this higher level. Encouragement should be gained from the fact that what new syntax there is invariably builds on an element met at the GCSE level. Pupils should enjoy the mental stimulation of arriving at accurate translation and be able to see linguistic fluency as a means of accessing, in the original language, some of the finest literature in European culture.