UK: Latin makes a comeback in primary schools

[Francis Hult]

Telegraph

 

Latin makes a comeback in primary schools

 

Latin is making a comeback in primary schools as part of a move to introduce youngsters to a broader range of foreign languages.

 

More than 60 state primary schools are teaching the classical language under a scheme aimed at making languages compulsory for all children from the age of seven. 

 

Peter Downes, a former president of the Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL), is leading the campaign to persuade ministers of the benefits of teaching the subject. 

 

Full story:

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/education/educationnews/6531443/Latin-makes-a-comeback-in-primary-schools.html

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