Our techniques are based on the active method – not just reading and writing, but also speaking and listening.
Spring Intensive Online Courses
Linguis studemus vere: intensive study for maximum reward.
Our 2022 Spring Series of intensive courses in ancient Greek and Latin was held online from 14th to 25th March. The next series will be announced in early 2023.
Individual tutoring
One-to-one lessons
For a tailored option with rapid results, why not try our private tutoring service? We will pair you with an Oxford Latinitas tutor perfectly matched to your needs, whatever your aspirations or current level of knowledge. Whether you want to learn for fun, to pass exams, or to read ancient texts for research purposes, your tutor will help you define achievable goals and then ensure you reach or even surpass them. All our tutors use the Active Method and are committed to maintaining the highest pedagogical standards through regular observation and by sharing best practice. All our UK tutors are fully DBS checked. One-on-one tutoring starts at £75/hour.
Online group learning
Year-Round Classes
Ope retis scholas audimus: weekly or twice-weekly classes of no more than 8 students. The aim of these classes is to teach the foundations of the classical languages, help strengthen students’ active linguistic abilities, and improve their reading and writing fluency. For maximum effect, the classes are conducted in the target language, and feature varied immersive and interactive exercises (explanations are given in English when necessary). For the beginner, pre-intermediate, and intermediate classes, the textbooks used include Lingua Latina Per Se Illustrata for Latin and Athenaze for Greek. Advanced classes use original texts by classical authors. Our classes cost £320 per term (16 hours over 8 weeks).
Our Summer Term courses in Latin and Ancient Greek will be held online from 25th April to 17th June 2022. All classes will take place from 5-6pm UK time.
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Latin: Absolute Beginners, Pre-Intermediate I, Intermediate II, and Advanced
Latin: Pre-Intermediate II and Intermediate I
Ancient Greek: Beginners and Intermediate
Ancient Greek: Pre-Intermediate
Residential courses
θεριναὶ διατριβαί: ancient Greek Summer School
13th-27th August 2022, Euboea, Greece
Whatever your level, from absolute beginner to advanced, this fully immersive experience offers you the opportunity for tremendous growth in fluency while enjoying like-minded company in a beautiful location.
* Location: Candili Estate just outside the tiny village of Prokopi on the island of Euboea, about two hours north of Athens by car.
* Daily schedule includes classes, workshops, evening activities, and 2 field trips, with time off during the middle weekend.
* Classes at all levels.
* Workshops and activities in mixed groups to ensure everyone experiences different genres of ancient Greek prose and poetry, from Homer onwards.
* Fully inclusive price includes accommodation, full board, instruction, all materials, and both field trips.
* Academic excellence under the direction of Michael and Catie Kopf.
* Pre-course diagnostic to ensure you are placed in the right class for you.
* Price: £2,500 for the fortnight, including accommodation, full board, instruction, materials and field trips.
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