Can you help with both Latin HL and SL?

Yes. Our tutors cover both levels, including the second prescribed author at HL and the longer unseen passages. Sessions are tailored to your specific level.

Can you help me improve my translation speed?

Absolutely. Our tutors help you develop systematic parsing strategies, build vocabulary, and practise translating under timed conditions so you work efficiently in exams.

Which prescribed authors do you cover?

Our tutors can support all IB-prescribed Latin authors, including Virgil, Ovid, Catullus, Cicero, and others depending on your school's selection.

How quickly can I start?

Most students are matched within 24 hours on weekdays (48 hours on weekends or peak periods). Once matched, you can schedule your first session immediately.

What if my tutor isn't the right fit?

We offer a first session guarantee. If you're not satisfied, we'll try to address concerns or offer a rematch. If you're still not happy, you can request a full bundle refund.

I find Latin grammar overwhelming. Can you help?

Yes - this is one of the most common areas we support. Our tutors break down grammar systematically, from basic declensions to complex subjunctive constructions, with plenty of practice.

Can you help with my Latin IA?

Yes. We guide you through selecting a topic, engaging with primary sources, building your argument, and structuring your research paper - all while maintaining academic integrity.

How many hours do I need?

For targeted help with grammar or a specific paper, 5–10 hours works well. For comprehensive exam prep across both papers, 15–20+ hours is typical. Your tutor will advise after the first session.

IB Latin Tutoring

Master Latin translation and literary analysis. Our IB Latin tutors help you build grammar skills, translate with precision, and score higher.

Whether you're translating unseen passages, studying set texts, or preparing for Paper 1 and Paper 2, our tutors provide structured support tailored to your level and goals.

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What You Get with IB Latin Tutoring

Comprehensive support designed to help you achieve your target grade

Exam Mastery

Paper 1 technique: unseen translation and comprehension of Latin prose and verse
Paper 2 preparation: commentary and analysis on prescribed set texts
Translation accuracy: grammar, syntax, and vocabulary under exam conditions
Past paper practice with IB markscheme-based feedback

IA & Research

Choosing a focused research question for your IA
Engaging with primary Latin sources and secondary scholarship
Structuring your research paper (1,500 words SL / 2,000 words HL)
Draft feedback while maintaining academic integrity

Language & Literature

Latin grammar: morphology, syntax, and complex sentence structures
Vocabulary building and translation technique
Prescribed authors: Virgil, Ovid, Catullus, Cicero, and others
Regular progress tracking and personalised study plans

Real student results

Students Improving Their Latin Grades

4 → 7

"My tutor made Latin grammar click. Unseen translations went from terrifying to something I looked forward to."

James W.

Latin HL, May 2024

3 → 6

"I couldn't analyse Virgil effectively until my tutor taught me how to connect language choices to wider themes."

Charlotte E.

Latin SL, May 2024

5 → 7

"Paper 2 commentary was my weakest area. My tutor's systematic approach to close reading transformed my responses."

Oscar B.

Latin HL, Nov 2023

How It Works

Simple steps to get started with IB Latin tutoring

Buy a Bundle

Choose 3 to 100 hours based on your needs. Split across subjects if needed.

Complete Onboarding

Tell us your level (HL/SL), weak areas, goals, and scheduling preferences.

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First Session Guarantee

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Latin HL vs SL: What's the Difference?

Understanding the requirements at each level

Aspect

Standard Level

Higher Level

Teaching Hours

150 hours

240 hours

Teaching Hours

150 hours

240 hours

Paper 1

Unseen translation and comprehension

Unseen translation and comprehension (longer passages)

Paper 1

Unseen translation and comprehension

Unseen translation and comprehension (longer passages)

Paper 2

Commentary on one prescribed author

Commentary on two prescribed authors

Paper 2

Commentary on one prescribed author

Commentary on two prescribed authors

IA Word Count

1,500 words

2,000 words

IA Word Count

1,500 words

2,000 words

IA Weighting

25% of final grade

20% of final grade

IA Weighting

25% of final grade

20% of final grade

IB Latin Topics We Cover

Our tutors are experts in the complete IB Latin syllabus. From grammar and translation to literary analysis of prescribed authors, we develop the skills you need to read Latin with confidence and write high-scoring exam responses.

Latin Grammar & Syntax

Noun declensions and adjective agreement
Verb conjugations: all tenses, active and passive
Subjunctive mood and its uses
Participial phrases and ablative absolutes
+1 more

Translation Skills

Prose translation technique
Verse translation: metre and scansion awareness
Vocabulary strategies for unseen passages
Handling unfamiliar constructions
+1 more

Prescribed Author: Virgil

The Aeneid: narrative and themes
Virgilian style: similes, imagery, and word choice
Scansion of dactylic hexameter
Character analysis and thematic commentary
+1 more

Prescribed Author: Ovid

Metamorphoses: stories and transformations
Ovidian wit, irony, and narrative technique
Elegiac and hexameter verse
Themes: love, power, change, identity
+1 more

Prescribed Author: Catullus / Cicero

Catullus: lyric poetry, love, and invective
Cicero: oratory, rhetoric, and prose style
Stylistic analysis and literary devices
Historical context of Late Republican Rome
+1 more

HL Extension

Second prescribed author in depth (HL)
Longer unseen passages with greater complexity (HL)
Extended literary commentary and analysis (HL)
Critical engagement with scholarly interpretation (HL)

Assessment breakdown

IB Latin Assessment Structure

Understand exactly how you'll be assessed and prepare strategically for each component

Paper 1 - Unseen Translation

External Exam

SL: 40%

HL: 40%

Translation and comprehension of unseen Latin prose and/or verse

SL: 1 hour 30 min | HL: 2 hours

Translation of unseen passage(s) with comprehension questions

Any Latin prose or verse - tests grammar, vocabulary, and translation skills

Paper 2 - Prescribed Texts

External Exam

SL: 35%

HL: 40%

Literary commentary and analysis on prescribed set texts

SL: 1 hour 30 min | HL: 2 hours

SL: One prescribed author | HL: Two prescribed authors - commentary and essay questions

Prescribed authors (e.g., Virgil, Ovid, Catullus, Cicero)

Internal Assessment

SL: 25%

HL: 20%

Research paper on a topic related to Latin literature or civilisation (20 hours)

SL: 1,500 words | HL: 2,000 words

Self-selected topic connected to Latin texts or Roman culture

Grade Boundaries (May 2024)

Grade

72%+

68%+

59%+

56%+

46%+

44%+

33%+

32%+

Grade boundaries vary each exam session. These are indicative based on recent sessions.

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