Why join the course?

This course is ideal if you want your child to experience and benefit from studying Latin, whether they are at a school that offers it or not.

In addition to learning the basics of Latin, students will also learn how to use scientific vocabulary and develop skills in spelling, reading, and writing.

Does my child need to know any Latin?

This course is designed for total beginners. It is also tool for those who have not done any Latin in primary school or years 7-9 and do not want to miss the opportunity.

Understanding how numbers were adapted in English unlocks key scientific vocabulary

In this beginners course, students will learn

1. How to read and write basic Latin sentences
2. How to use etymology to improve their English reading and writing
3. How to harness their knowledge of Latin for academic success

I have created this taster class to guide students personally from the very beginning, so that they can experience a first, positive encounter with a language that has opened academic doors for centuries.

Through the study of Latin, participants will:

How does self-paced learning work?

After a parent or carer purchases the course, they get direct access to videos, quizzes and resources to explore Latin. There is a comment section under every activity, and students can ask their questions or share their ideas with me there.

Students must complete the sections and quizzes to progress through the course. Those who complete the course in full will receive a completion certificate.

This course is not for you if

• Your student has already completed Common Entrance exams or started Latin as part of their GCSEs in Year 10
• You are only looking for grammar tables
• You want to practise only through translation drills

This course is for you if

• You want to see how Latin can propel your child's academic journey
• Your child is about to attend a UK secondary school
• Your student loves all things ancient, from Percy Jackson to Latin spells!
• You want to have a qualified teacher at hand to guide you and answer your questions
  

Here is what happens when you enrol

1. You get access to the materials and have a whole year to complete the course; although I doubt you will want to wait that long!
2. You can watch all available videos as many times as you like in your own time
3. You can play the games and complete the activities as many times as you like
4. You get access to the comment section to ask me questions
5. If all sections are successfully completed and quizzes are passed, your student will gain a certificate of completion.

Note: please make sure you sign up with the email of the parent or carer, as I will be communicating with you and you will then be able to monitor the comments.