Frequently Asked Questions

This page is targeted towards staff or parents and answers a few questions about our project. If you have further questions please email us via our contact page.

1. What started or inspired the formation of the company?

We were inspired by Pan-African schools that emerged in the UK in the 70's which targeted young
children of African or Caribbean descent. However, we wanted our lessons and activities to be focused on students of all ethnicities and backgrounds. Through this, we aim to increase the representation of Africans in antiquity and start to dismantle misinterpretations and stereotypes existing in the academic and educational fields that are still prevalent today.

2. How is this company maximizing accessibility to the general public? / How has the company tackled the accessibility of your project?

Equity in Classics aims to maximise accessibility by drawing attention to Africans in antiquity. We offer free lesson plans on the topic, geared towards various entry-level points, from pupils who may not know or care about the topic, to more enthusiastic pupils. We're creating a safe environment where it's okay to fail - pupils can come to us with limited or no prior knowledge and come out of the scheme more confident and knowledgeable.

3. What background knowledge will my child / student need?

Our Activities and Lesson Plans are targeted towards children with little to no prior knowledge of Africans in antiquity or the Classical world in general.

4. How is this project supporting my child's SMSC (spiritual, moral, social and cultural) development?

Our project reveals the relevance of the Classical world that exists even today. It aims to educate children about cultures and topics outside of the western world and includes figures of different social and moral status. Through this, we hope to create and enhance their understanding of both the ancient world and our world today.

5. Where can I find additional resources if I want to continue to learn more about Africans in Classical antiquity?

On our 'Resource Page' we have included several authors, scholars and figures that you or your child can access if they wish to continue their study of Africans in antiquity.