How is Latin studied up to GCSE level?
All boys take a course in Latin in their first two years. The
emphasis is on a lively and meaningful introduction to the subject.
The Cambridge Latin course books and e-learning resource are used
alongside the department's own booklet; in addition to the
rudiments of Latin grammar, pupils study the influence of Latin on
modern languages and key aspects of Roman society. Pupils study
either Latin or Classical Civilisation in Year 9. The GCSE Latin
course, covered in Years 10 and 11, focuses on the analysis of
ancient literature and culture, as well as language skills.
And at Advanced level?
Latin is a dynamic part of Sixth Form curriculum at Bolton
School, and there is a strong sense of identity among all of the
school's A Level classicists. The A Level Latin course sharpens
linguistic skills and encourages a thorough and personal response
to key Latin texts, which, for the academic year 2009-2010, include
Cicero's 'Catilinam I', Ovid's 'Metamorphoses 8', Tacitus' 'Annals
14', and selections from Catullus - a lively mix of love and
politics.