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Monday 27th July - Saturday 1st August 2026

We welcome students 16-19, whether you study Classics already or not!

Offering a variety of topics on ancient history, literature, language and culture, our course is an ideal way to:

develop a UCAS application
complete a Duke of Edinburgh residential
deepen your knowledge of the subject beyond your GCSE/ A- Level courses.

We provide reports for the Duke of Edinburgh award and University talks from our team of qualified teachers.
Join us for courses, quizzes, plays, talks and join a classics community you'll never forget.

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About Us

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The JACT Classics Camp has been welcoming classicists to participate in a wide variety of programmes and activities since 2000. We welcome students aged 16-19 whether you study Classics already or not! The JACT Classics Camp has an inclusive and fun camp experience, with courses that cater to those interested in myth, literature, philosophy, history and ancient languages alongside support with Duke of Edinburgh certification and university applications.

Our team of highly-qualified tutors teach Classical subjects year-round and specialise in the modules they offer. If you want to learn more about the tutors on the course, click below.

Not sure what subjects to choose? Check out our taster videos are now freely available to view on YouTube.

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Our Programme

Explore new areas with our experienced tutors!

The JACT Classics Camp runs an incredible range of topics according to demand. We provide an awesome program for all our campers, no matter their interests or level of experience. These are the courses we offered in 2024 and our 2025 programme will be finalised in May, based on feedback from last year.

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Culture

From Greek Pots to Pop Culture

Classics in Modern Times
Minoans and Mycenaeans
Women and Gender in antiquity
Barbarians in the Ancient World
Art & Architecture
Greek Religion

Literature

Epic Fails and Serious Drama

An introduction to Greek comedy
Epic throughout Ancient World
Personal poetry
An Introduction to Latin Epic
Greek Tragedy
Homer’s Iliad

History

Trade, Tyranny and Intrigue

Alexander the Great
Athens at War
Greek City States: Politics and Power
Conquests of the Roman Republic
Julio-Claudian Emperors
Roman Egypt
Achaemenid Persia

Language

All Levels, All Abilities

Introduction to Latin
Introduction to Ancient Greek

(for Latinists)

Introduction to Ancient Greek

(for non-Latinists)

Intermediate Latin (tailored)
Advanced Latin (GCSE +)

Philosophy

Ancient Theories for Modern Problems

Philosophy, Ancient and Modern
Socrates and the beginnings of philosophy

Special Activities

Classics out of Class

Included alongside the course!

Classics Quiz
Classics Art projects
Classics Games Nights
Special Talks from Classicists and Ancient History
Stagings of Greek tragedy & comedy

Facilities

Your Home Away From Home

Denstone College is located in Staffordshire, nearby by both Derby and Stoke-on-Trent.

Additional information on on travel including shuttles will be advertised here soon.

Denstone has an idyllic location and excellent facilities and grounds

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Fees & Applications

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Tuition & Board

We offer a range of boarding packages to suit different students:

Shared Room (3-5 people) £420
Double Room £430
Private Room (Ensuite) £460

Coach Shuttle

Information coming soon.

Bursaries

Bursaries range from travel grants for students to the full cost of the course. Priority is given to students from state maintained schools in the United Kingdom.

Bookings

Eventbrite page linked here.

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“I would wholeheartedly and without a doubt encourage anyone with an interest in Classics or ancient history to apply to this summer school, as I can guarantee you will not regret it!”
(Eleanor, Bursary Recipient)

The below partners provide bursaries for students who could not otherwise come.

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