A Classical Education in
Florence & London
What our students say...
Since 2019, we have welcomed 250+ school leavers, undergraduate and postgraduate students, teachers, librarians, artists, lecturers and independent learners on summer courses and workshops with Forte Academy. We also offer 1-on-1 tutoring and small group Latin learning experiences on a limited, bespoke basis. ​How can you get involved? Follow us on Instagram and subscribe to our quarterly Forte Academy MOON Letter to be notified about our upcoming events. If you're a department or individual in a position to support our teaching and research mission, please consider making a donation. If you would like us to organise a workshop or course for your private group, please email us at info@forte-academy.co.uk.
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Courses in Florence with Forte Academy
"This program left me feeling invigorated in my love of Latin and excited for the school year so I could begin introducing more women-authored texts to my students. The teaching tools I gained and connections I made with the Forte Academy will stay with me for a long time and I look forward to expanding my knowledge of women's Latin even more in the future." - Anon., Women Latinists, 2023.
"This summer course was amazing; the texts studied and the activities all fit together extremely well; we got a chance to meet interesting women from former times as well as from contemporary Florence, and I particularly liked that so much feminist awareness training happened en route! The two weeks passed all too quickly. Huge thanks to the organizers!" - Anon., Women Latinists, 2022.
"The course was a delightful jaunt through history, seen through eyes and texts less often encountered. It was encouraging to see these women's work live again in such a beautiful setting. The teachers of the course are experts in their fields and show passion for their studies. I can't wait to come back and learn more!" - Anon., Women Latinists, 2022.
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"Overall, an amazing and culturally enriching experience that I would definitely recommend! The course itself is relaxed and engaging while it encourages debate and conversation. Focusing on the Florentine culture and history from many different angles. It explores science, history, religion, art, history, architecture, philosophy and literature and to demonstrate how they are all intertwined to create modern day Florence. There was plenty of free time to explore the city for yourself or with the new people you meet along the way, allowing you to dive into the culture even while on your morning coffee run!" - Beth, Classics Abroad, 2023
"A beautiful and thorough exploration into the Classical world. Learnt so much and had such an amazing experience, meeting new people and seeing new places."
- Anon., Classics Abroad, 2023
"It was a very enjoyable experience with a variety of fun activities and interesting seminars. 10/10!" - Anon., Classics Abroad, 2023
"Classics Abroad was an amazing experience for me! I would really recommend anyone with a historical curiosity to participate, not only to learn but also to travel the city." - Anon., Classics Abroad, 2022
"I thought it offered a truly fascinating insight into Florence’s classical, medieval and Renaissance history in a fun, accessible way. The people were lovely and the location perfect." - Anon., Classics Abroad, 2019
"A superb way to see Florence that built on the material I've been covering at uni, demonstrating in the stone and paint of the Renaissance masterpieces the continuous link between the ancient and modern worlds." - Matthew, Classics Abroad, 2019
​ Online Courses with Forte Academy
"I was introduced to the world of classics and brilliant writers who I knew nothing about. As someone who gave up on studying history at school, this made me want to learn even more. Thank you to Florence for sharing your passion for this subject and the authors. It's been thrilling to learn about some radical amazing women writers."- Amy, Radical Renaissance Writers, 2021.
"I absolutely loved this course! I learnt so much and it wasn’t as restrictive or closed-off as traditional classical learning can be. A real chance to genuinely expand what classics means to a student of it" - Kasia, Classics Abroad Online, 2021.
"I am absolutely blown away by how much information I received during this course. It feels like so many more doors have been opened for me to explore, and thanks to Florence and the team my appetite for the Classics has increased tremendously!" - Erin, Classics Abroad Online, 2021.
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"Thoroughly enjoyed the course, felt that it was at an accessible level for someone with history knowledge but limited latin background. Would recommend to others and would love to do another course with the Forte Academy"- Sophie, Classics Abroad Online, 2021.​
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"The Classics Abroad Online course offers a multifaceted opportunity to study the classical influence on the Florentine Renaissance, from the significance of Virgil in Dante's Divina Commedia to the use of the classical nude in sculptures at the Piazza della Signoria, taught by a series of passionate, diverse and eloquent speakers." - Beth, Classics Abroad Online, 2020
"The course was engaging and fascinating from start to finish. Every session was presented by an expert who brought their subject to life, all the more impressive as it was online. I highly recommend this course to anyone interested in Ancient Rome or Renaissance Florence." - Anon., Classics Abroad Online, 2020
