Classics
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All boys normally study Latin in their first year, setted according to how much (if any) they have done before. Able linguists study Greek as well, within the same time allocation. One of the higher sets caters for boys who have done some Greek already; others for those beginning it. After the first year, boys have the option to continue with Latin, or with Latin and Greek combined; or to start a non-linguistic course in Classical Civilisation (literature in translation and ancient history); or to do none of these. GCSE is taken at the end of the third year. Boys in the top sets take both Greek and Latin GCSE
Greek, Latin, and Classical Civilisation are offered at AS and A2 level in the sixth form, in combination with each other or with other subjects. The courses in Greek and Latin combine the languages with literature and history, and assume a good grade in GCSE. Classical Civilisation offers a wide range of options in literature and history, all studied in English; it can easily be undertaken from scratch in the sixth form.
The Classical Society meets regularly to hear papers from outside speakers and from boys. There are frequent theatre and museum visits to London and elsewhere, and an annual trip to Greece or other classical lands.
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