Classical Civilisation
Classical Civilisation offers students the opportunity to study elements of the literature in translation and visual/material culture of the Greek and Roman world, and acquire an understanding of their social, historical and cultural contexts.
This course is ideal for all students who have an interest in the civilisation of Ancient Greece and Rome, whether or not they continue with their Latin Studies and is taught from Year 9.
This is a very diverse subject with something for everyone. The ancient world still informs the present and there will be plenty of discussion on comparison of values and lifestyles as well as appreciation of the influences on our own culture. There will be opportunities for research, project work and student presentations and students will develop a wide range of transferable skills, including assessment of ancient visual and written material and critical and evaluative writing. During the year there will also be a museum visit to the Roman Baths in Bath to support the topics studied.
Year 9
In Year 9, students will study the following topics:
Term 1: The Minoans
Term 2: Roman Leisure & Entertainment
Term 3: Virgil’s Aeneid
Year 10
In Year 10, students will study Greek and Roman Myth & Religion.
Year 11
In Year 11, students will study the Homeric World and read part of the Odyssey in translation.
Enrichment Opportunities
Clubs and Societies
- Classics Society is run by students for students of all year groups and ranges from talks and presentations to creative work, games and play reading
- Greek club is aimed at Lower School pupils who wish to learn some Classical Greek
Trips
- Bath: a study of the Roman Baths (Year 9).
- Ashmolean Museum: study of the Minoan, Greek and Roman artefacts and art (Upper School).
- British Museum: study of original material evidence for the Classical World, in particular relating to the GCSE and A Level specifications (Upper School and Sixth Form).
- Biennial trips to Italy and Greece (all years)
Visiting Speakers
Recent visiting speakers include Ben Kane (Roman Soldier)
Other Opportunities
The Southampton Classics Society regularly hosts Classics events which parents and students are welcome to attend. There is a biennial Classics conference which brings together leading Classicists to lecture on topics connected to the specifications to which other local schools and colleges are invited.
Meet The Staff
If you have a specific enquiry for the Classics Department, email IMPainter@kes.school
| Miss. I.M. Painter BA | Head of Classics | Cryptic Crossword Club | Trips and Classical Society |
| Mr. N Lobo | Teacher of Classics |
| Mr. J.C. Halls | Teacher of Classics | Greek Club |
