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Update on the Current Situation of GCSE Latin: Entry Trends and Learning Insights

This update examines the current state of GCSE Latin, highlighting entry numbers stabilizing at around 10,000, which is 1.3% of the population. There is a 2.5% increase in entries from independent and grammar schools, while entries from non-selective state schools have declined by the same percentage. The average entry sizes differ between school types, with grammar and independent schools averaging 16, compared to 12 in non-selective states. Additionally, over 90% of Latin students feel the content is challenging and not wholly accessible. This reflection includes insights from educational bodies and offers perspectives on curriculum development.

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Update on the Current Situation of GCSE Latin: Entry Trends and Learning Insights

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  1. Examining GCSE Latin… an update

  2. Current situation • GCSE entry numbers stabilised at about 10,000 (1.3% of population) • 2.5% rise in entries from ind./grammars, 2.5% fall in entries from non-selective state schools (rel. to population growth) • Year 11 population set to fall for next 7 years • Average school entry size: • Grammar and independents: 16 • Non-selective states: 12

  3. Average teaching time to GCSE Advised ‘Guided Learning Hours’ = 120-140 Average for all schools = 272 hours Average for ind./grammar = 288 hours Average for state comprehensives = 212 hours

  4. Latin for the “93% club” • 74% consider the level of content greater than most other subjects • 77% perceive the grading is more severe than other subjects • 94% feel the examination is not accessible by the full ability range • Account for 47% of schools offering Latin • Account for 17% of GCSE entries

  5. Update on responses • Jim Knight • QCA • OCR • Other awarding bodies

  6. Design your own Latin GCSE • 45-55% language • 45-55% literature and civilisation • 120-140 Guided Learning Hours • Prior learning at KS3 Over to you…!

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