Would you rather live in Athens or Sparta?

his week, Year 3 explored the fascinating differences between life in ancient Athens and Sparta. We learnt about how children lived, the types of education they received and what was important to each city-state. The children were fascinated to discover that life in Athens focused on learning, art and creativity, while life in Sparta centred around strength, discipline and military training.

We then held an exciting class debate where the children discussed which city they would rather live in and why. They shared thoughtful ideas and used evidence from their learning to justify their opinions. Some children preferred Athens because of the opportunities for education and the arts, while others chose Sparta because of its bravery, teamwork and active lifestyle. We were incredibly impressed with the children’s enthusiasm, speaking skills and respectful discussions throughout the week.