Children in the Lower School are introduced to the Classical world with ancient history and mythology. Study of Latin begins in Year 4, using the popular Minimus the Mouse books. Latin studies reinforce the children's understanding of the structure of the English language, as well as complementing their studies of French and Spanish. Latin is used as a living language for performing short plays or scenes. Year 4 visit Fishbourne Roman Palace to help place their studies in context. Pupils studying Scholarship Latin have the chance to study Ancient Greek in Year 8. 
Classics
Children in the Lower School are introduced to the Classical world with ancient history and mythology. Study of Latin begins in Year 4, using the popular Minimus the Mouse books. Latin studies reinforce the children's understanding of the structure of the English language, as well as complementing their studies of French and Spanish. Latin is used as a living language for performing short plays or scenes. Year 4 visit Fishbourne Roman Palace to help place their studies in context. Pupils studying Scholarship Latin have the chance to study Ancient Greek in Year 8. Latest News
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From the Headmaster
Friday, 11 May 2012
It was lovely to see so many parents on Wednesday at the St Christopher's service where Harry Brünjes, former parent and school doctor, spoke brilliantly about the strengths and traditions of the school which remain strong. Mr Holt's drama piece, Looking Up, was very moving and Schola Cantorum sang beautifully,…
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Reception Jungle Themed Topic, Year 1 School Role Play and Year 7 trip to see War Horse
Friday, 11 May 2012
RECEPTION JUNGLE THEMED TOPICAs part of our Jungle themed topic, Reception have been looking closely at tropical fruit this week, using all of their senses. After looking carefully at the shape and colours of the different fruits, the children made careful observational drawings. They then evaluated their work and we…
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