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Classics For All: Cambridge A social network for teachers of Classics (Latin, Greek, Classical Civilisation and Ancient History) in Cambridgeshire state schools.

Classics for All encourages the introduction of Classical subjects into state schools.

07/10/2026

Classics for All’s Lawyers’ Group Mock Trial is returning on Thursday 22 October from 6pm at the UK Supreme Court. The format is simple: a controversial figure from antiquity is selected and taken to court for their actions. The verdict will be presided over by Lord Briggs, but our audience memb...

06/10/2026

Loved seeing The Odyssey this summer? ⚓📚

If the film has sparked your students’ interest in myths, heroes and epic adventures, why not bring Homer’s world into your classroom?

We've created a complete 17-lesson mastery course for English and History (and Classics) teachers at KS3 that is ready to use and designed to build engagement without sacrificing academic rigour.

The curriculum includes:

✨ Cultural Capital - Explore ancient Greek values, mythological storytelling and the world behind The Odyssey.

📖 Literacy-Rich Learning - Vocabulary development, close reading activities and structured writing tasks woven throughout.

🎯 Built-In Differentiation - Ready-to-use scaffolds and stretch challenges to support learners at every level.

✍️ Creative Writing Opportunities - Optional modules focused on sensory language, atmosphere and crafting compelling narratives.

Best of all, the accompanying CPD is fully funded, helping you bring the ancient world to life while saving valuable planning time.

👉 Find out more and register here: https://classicsforall.tfaforms.net/5112712&EventId=701N100000rkfUf

24/09/2026

Classics for All is delighted to announce the appointment of Andrew Copson OBE as Chair of Trustees. Andrew will take up the role in early October, succeeding Jimmy Mulville, who has chaired the charity since November 2020 and overseen a period of significant growth and development. Andrew brings ex...

24/09/2026

**[FREE CPD & RESOURCES] 📜 Bring the Bayeux Tapestry to life with a twist!**

Hi everyone! 👋

Looking for a fresh, low-prep way to stretch your Key Stage 3 students during your Norman Conquest unit, or want an off-the-shelf framework for an after-school History Club?

We’re hosting a **free 1-hour twilight CPD session** for secondary teachers introducing a brand-new set of classroom resources that use the **Bayeux Tapestry** as a gateway to introductory Latin!

Across six complete modules, your students will explore the historical context of the tapestry while learning to decode the original Latin *tituli* (captions).

**What you’ll get:**

* 📚 **Turnkey Classroom Resources:** Ready-to-use slides, decoding tasks, vocabulary support, guided questions, and consolidation activities.
* 💡 **Zero Language Barrier:** Gentle, entry-level Latin concepts—**absolutely no prior Latin knowledge required** for you or your students!
* 🔀 **Flexible Use:** Easily drop individual tasks into Year 7 history lessons, use them as literacy stretch activities, or run it as a 6-week club.

Whether you're a History teacher wanting a unique primary source hook or a Classics teacher looking for accessible KS3 material, you’ll walk away with everything you need to start right away.

📅 **When:** Thursday 24th September 2026

📍 **Where:** Online via Zoom

👉 **Sign up for free here**: https://classicsforall.tfaforms.net/5112712&EventId=701N100000rWLap

Feel free to tag any colleagues who might be interested! 👇

23/09/2026

The Classics for All application for Vocabulous funding:
⏱️ Takes 15 minutes
📝 Includes an online form with straightforward questions
🎥 We provide a video walkthrough
💬 We answer questions via email/phone
💰 £300 covers 100 students for a whole year

We've supported over 100 state schools through this so far! The next funding deadline is 1st June so apply now!

Link in our Bio to apply or email [email protected]

22/09/2026

"Can I just... look at it first?" Absolutely!

We offer a 14-day Teacher Guest Pass - no school commitment, no student data needed, just YOU exploring the platform.

See the lessons. Check the videos. Review the assessments. Browse the teacher dashboard. Judge for yourself whether it fits your school's needs.

Ready to look around? Click here: https://www.vocabulous.co.uk/trial/

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