This study explores the perspectives of teachers and pupils regarding the benefits and challenges of teaching Classics in primary classrooms in Northern Ireland (NI). Conducted in 2020, the methodological approach consisted of interviews with six teachers from three schools and a focus group held with eight children.1 The study identified positive impacts of teaching Classics on numerous subjects, including Modern Foreign Languages (MFL). The most pressing challenge appeared to be a crowded curriculum. Teachers and pupils suggested that training and support be offered to educators in order to optimise links between Latin, English literacy and MFL understanding. Finally, recommendations are made for the future study of Classics in Northern Ireland.

本研究探讨了教师和学生对在北爱尔兰 (NI) 的小学课堂上教授古典文学的好处和挑战的看法。方法论方法于 2020 年进行，包括采访来自三所学校的六名教师和一个由八名儿童组成的焦点小组。1该研究确定了经典教学对许多学科的积极影响，包括现代外语 (MFL)。最紧迫的挑战似乎是拥挤的课程。教师和学生建议向教育工作者提供培训和支持，以优化拉丁语、英语读写能力和 MFL 理解之间的联系。最后，对未来北爱尔兰的古典文学研究提出了建议。