MENU Our schools NURSERY PRE-PREP PREP CONTACT US Search Breadcrumb Home Our Approach Curriculum Academic Subjects Classics Classics Westbourne House pupils begin learning Latin in Year 6 and have three 35 minutes lessons per week until the end of Year 8. By introducing pupils early on to the delights of Latin grammar, they can really get to grips with how language works – something that will stand them in good stead for the whole of their lives. We find that majority of children (contrary to their expectation!) enjoy the structure of linguistic grammar, and being able to ‘crack the code’ gives them a great sense of achievement. We also study Classical Studies which includes a wide range of topics from the Army and Roman Britain to Greek Mythology and Early Roman Legends. Near to our school are several wonderful Roman sites, including Fishbourne Palace and Bignor Roman Villa (our favourite as there are no glass cases, or even electricity – history is literally at our fingertips). School trips have also included a trip to the Roman city of Bath. In Years 7 and 8, students can opt to study Classical Greek and take the Common Entrance Exam if they so wish. Those who do so enjoy being able to read and write a different alphabet. It also gives them an opportunity to consolidate their language skills, as well as opening a window onto another amazing Classical civilisation. IN THIS SECTION HPL Curriculum Academic Subjects Classics English French Geography History ICT Individual Needs Maths Religious Studies SMSC Science Spanish Study skills Art, Design and Technology Drama Learning4Life Music Sport Daily Life Pastoral Care Community Personal Development The Pillars of Our Approach Online Learning Provision Visit Us - book your tour CONTACT ADMISSIONS Latest news 23/11/2021 Buzzing Chess Club READ MORE VIEW ALL Upcoming event 20 - 21 December 2021 Christmas Cookery Club READ MORE VIEW ALL SHARE THIS PAGE Facebook Twitter LinkedIn WhatsApp Our Story Care for pupils Why Westbourne House Our School Future schools and scholarships Why Westbourne House? History of the school Inspections Old Westbournians Our Location Our Team and Careers Our Approach Curriculum Remote Learning Daily Life Pastoral Care Community Personal Development The Pillars of Our Approach Admissions Admissions Process Request a Prospectus Tours and Open Days Moving to the Area Overseas Admissions Scholarships & Bursaries Fees Boarding Boarding Options Boarders' Daily Life Care for Boarders Houses Weekends at School Parents Parent Portal Contact us Telephone: 01243 782739 Pre-Prep: 01243 778496 Email: office@westbournehouse.org Westbourne House School Shopwyke, Chichester, West Sussex PO20 2BH Sign up for news and events Connect Cookie Policy By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. ACCEPT More information © 2018 Westbourne House School all rights reserved Sitemap Privacy Policy School Website Design by Oyster Marketing