Classics

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Classics is a truly multidisciplinary field, comprising languages, literature, philosophy, history, rhetoric, archaeology, art and architecture – the gamut of the astonishing cultural products of ancient Greece and Rome, and often much that has stemmed from it since the Renaissance. The unique breadth of the subject provides a wonderfully enriching and stimulating intellectual experience, and a very valuable training in rigorous and flexible thought. At Westminster we approach Classics via the study of the Latin and Greek languages, and range widely through the other disciplines in a dynamic and stretching curriculum led by expert and supportive staff.

Sixth Form Entry

Please see individual department links below for subject-specific information and requirements.

Department Contact

Mrs Rachel Collier
rachel.collier@westminster.org.uk

Teaching Staff

^ Acting Head of Department; † Housemaster; ~ Acting Housemaster

Dr Tasos Aidonis (AA) — Deputy Head (Boarding and Upper School)
Mrs Rachel Collier (RMRC) — Head of Classics
Mr Benedict Gravell (BEJG) — Head of Public Examinations
Ms Rowena Hewes (RCH)
Mr Joseph Ireland (JAI)
Mr Andrew Mylne (AEAM)
Mr Peter Olive (PREO)

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Greek

Latin

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