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Elaine B

Mrs Elaine B

Classical Civilisation

Skipton


Subjects taught:
Maths, Latin, 11+, Classical Civilisation, 13+, School Entrance Exams
Qualifications:
QTS, University of Buckingham (2015). BA (Hons) Latin, University of London (1986).
Stephanie B

Miss Stephanie B

Classical Civilisation

Skipton


Subjects taught:
French, Latin, Classical Civilisation, Greek, Common Entrance Exams, 13+, School Entrance Exams
Qualifications:
PGCE Secondary Classics, University of Sussex (2020). MSc Linguistics: Evolution of Language and Cognition, University of Edinburgh (2018). BA (Hons) Classics (focus: Ancient Languages) and French, University of Exeter (2014).
Roger W

Mr Roger W

Classical Civilisation

Skipton


Subjects taught:
History, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Latin, Russian, Classical Civilisation, Religious Studies, Homeschool, Common Entrance Exams
Qualifications:
PGCE Modern Languages, Southampton University (1992). BA (Hons) 2:1 French/German subsidiaries Italian/Spanish. Oxford Brookes University (1990). 1987-8 Graz/Bordeaux University - French/German/Latin
Jane R

Mrs Jane R

Classical Civilisation

Skipton


Subjects taught:
English, History, French, Latin, School Entrance Exams, Classical Civilisation, Common Entrance Exams, 11+, English Language, English Literature, 13+
Qualifications:
PGCE Crewe & Alsager College (1991). BA (Hons) Classical Studies, Ancient History & English, University of Leicester (1986).
Giles D

Mr Giles D

Classical Civilisation

Skipton


Subjects taught:
Latin, Classical Civilisation, Greek
Qualifications:
BA (Hons) Class III - Literae Humaniores (Classical Studies) at St John's College, Oxford University, 1976

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Waht is Classical Civilisation?

Students do not need experience of either the Latin or Ancient Greek languages, as all of the texts are studied in English translation; all a student needs is an interest in mythology, the ancient world and its cultures. Classical Civilisation involves interesting discussions that are directly relevant to today's world with topics covered including: women in the ancient world; religious beliefs; ancient acts of intolerance.

GCSE Classical Civilisation Tuition

GCSE Classical Civilisation provides students with a broad, coherent and rewarding study of the literature and culture of the classical (Greco-Roman) world drawn from the time period 3000 BCE to 500 CE. GCSE students study elements of literature and the visual and material culture of Greece and Rome and develop an understanding of their social, historical and cultural contexts.

The major topics studied at GCSE level are: (1) Myth and Religion - the study of the roles, symbols and depictions of the Greek and Roman gods, their festivals and temples, mythology and ancient beliefs in the Underworld. (2) The Homeric World - focusing on Homer's Odyssey, including an analysis of the characters and plots, as well as the themes of fate, revenge and justice. It also includes a study of real life in the Mycenean age, through various sites and artefacts.

A-Level Classical Civilisation Tuition

A-Level Classical Civilisation includes the study of myths, literature, history, politics, art and architecture, philosophy and the way people lived in Greece and Rome. The A-Level topics are: (1) Society: relationships within the household, between the household and the wider community and between different communities. (2) Myths: heroes, villains, monsters. (3) Religion: portrayal of gods, attitudes to gods and the role of religion. (4) Values: concepts of heroism, honour, duty, virtue, justice and the good life. (5) Politics and leadership: bases of power, attitudes to those in power, accountability of those in power, processes for making decisions and resolving disputes, plus attitudes to war and peace. (6) History: a study of specific periods of Greek and Roman History.

If you are looking to apply to university, Classical Civilisation can be extremely useful. You not only acquire specific Classical knowledge, but also important transferable skills such as analysing sources and developing independent, critical and evaluative approaches. You learn to formulate and support an argument and develop a valuable understanding of cultures very different to your own.

How are Skipton schools performing?

We connect you to the best teachers who work across several of the best primary and secondary schools in Skipton (some detailed below). This means we can reliably provide you with a local and experienced tutor that fits your needs.

Skipton primary school performance:

The Skipton area has 12 primary schools (one of the top being Carleton Endowed CofE Primary School with 35% of pupils achieving at a higher standard).

From their latest Oftsed report:
“Leaders have taken some steps to improve the teaching of early reading. Books are well matched to the sounds pupils know. Pupils are developing a greater love of reading as a result of leaders’ work. Leaders have introduced a new approach to the teaching of phonics and early reading. Training has improved the confidence of many staff. However, some staff who support pupils who need extra help learning to read have not been trained in the school’s phonics programme. This means that some pupils are not catching up quickly enough.”

The Skipton local authority has an average of 63% of students meeting the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at primary school age (vs England's average of 65%). And has an average of 9% achieving higher standard (vs England's average of 11%).

 

Skipton secondary school performance:

The Skipton area has 4 secondary schools (one of the top being Ermysted's Grammar School with 96% of pupils achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths GCSEs).

From their latest Oftsed report:
“The standards attained are extremely high. For example, the provisional results for 2008 indicate that 98% of Year 11 students achieved five GCSE grades A* to C, including both English and mathematics. All achieved at least seven grades A* to C. The overall A* to C pass rate was 95.7%, with 70% of grades at A* and A. The vast majority of students continue into the sixth form and go on to attain exceptionally high standards at GCE A level. Alls tudents make excellent progress as they move through the school, including the small number with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.”

The Skipton local authority has an average of 47% of students achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths GCSEs (vs England's average of 43%). And has an average of 96% of students either staying in education or entering employment after GCSEs (vs England's average of 94%).

Skipton Ofsted ratings:

68% of Skipton schools have received at least a 'Good' Ofsted rating, with 5 schools receiving an 'Outstanding' rating in their last evaluation.

Source: Gov.UK Website

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