Written by There are still a few spaces available in our ARLT Summer school for Classics teachers in beautiful Wales. Below is all the information you need before heading to our website to sign up and secure your spot, but here are some key points:
- This is our 102nd Summer School: come and discover why teachers keep returning year after year!
- CPD delivered by teachers for teachers, meaning it is relevant and actionable, and you get a sneak peek at what others do in their classrooms
- The price is accessible, and many schools will be able to subsidise your attendance. Alternatively, we offer bursaries; please do not let the cost be a barrier!
If you would like to see what new teachers said about last year’s event, head to our Facebook group where the conversation is taking place. We are looking forward to welcoming you!
Classics CPD for teachers by teachers
The 102nd ARLT Summer School, 2025, will take place at Haberdashers’ Monmouth School on 28th July – Friday 1st August, directed by Laura Beech.
INSET FOR CLASSICS TEACHERS
What is the ARL Summer School for Classics teachers?
The ARLT Summer School for Classics teachers is a residential CPD course and networking event that brings together teachers at all stages of their careers. Every year, practising teachers, PGCE students and prospective teachers, as well as experienced retired teachers, meet to celebrate their love for Latin, Greek and all things Classics.
From option groups led by teachers for teachers, to lectures, trips and even a Latin speaking table at lunch, every teacher has an opportunity to learn and share their knowledge in a friendly and welcoming environment.
The venue:
Haberdashers’ Monmouth School, St Catherine’s campus (former girls’ school site)
We shall be based in the 6th form girls’ boarding house, with classrooms, lecture hall, dining room and sports facilities all in close proximity.
The school is a short walk from the town centre. Accommodation is mostly in single ensuite study bedrooms.
Easily accessible from the A40 and A449 with plenty of onsite parking.
Accessible by train to Newport or Hereford.
Included in the cost of the Summer School is a full-day’s excursion to Roman sites in south-east Wales.
Speakers to include:
Professor Patrick Finglass on Euripides
Professor Shelley Hales on Greek Art in Rome
Dr Ersin Hussein on Roman Economy and Finance
Dr Mark Lewis on the excavations at Caerleon and Caerwent
Will Griffiths from Hands Up Education on Suburani
Professor Esther Eidinow on Greek Religion and Magic
Gráinne Cassidy, Education Co-ordinator, The Classical Association on exam reform
OPTION GROUPS
- GCSE, AS and A Level set texts for Latin, Greek and Classical Civilisation
- KS3 Teaching Resources
- Teaching and Learning
- Latin language tuition at varied levels
- Spoken Latin
- Latin and the Bayeux tapestry
- Greek language tuition at varied levels
- Roman crafts in the classroom
- Beyond Greece and Rome: Assyria
- The ARLT songbook and Taylor Swift
The cost …
- should be met from your school’s INSET budget
- is halved for PGCE students
- is reduced for those attending for the first time
- includes membership of the ARLT until 31st December 2028
NB Other bursaries are available on application – please see note below*
The price per person for residents includes tuition, full board and accommodation.
- Total cost – single or shared room, ensuite: £ 395
- First time attendees: £295
- Non-residential discounted rate: £250
- PGCE Students: £200
- Daily Rate, non-residential: £50
- The cost includes membership of ARLT until December 2028
*If you wish to apply for a £100 bursary from ARLT, please do so as early as possible by sending a letter from your Headteacher or a description of your circumstances in support of your application to: Dr Jessica Dixon, Hon. Treasurer . You can also request a bursary from the Roman Society, which is a separate organisation but covers summer schools. Further details can be found on their website.
Please fill in the registration below by July 4th to save your space with a £50 deposit.
NB: All payments are only fully refundable up to June 31st, 2025. Once registered, you will receive details to complete payment, which is due in full by 28th June. This should be paid directly to the ARLT bank account.
ARLT is very grateful for ongoing financial support from the Classical Association, which generously contributes to the running expenses of our Summer School. ARLT Registered Charity no. 275052
