A Norwich secondary school has been named the best in the UK for how it teaches one of its subjects.

Jane Austen College, a free school based in Colegate, was named Secondary School of the Year by Classics For All.

It was recognised at the fourth annual Impact Awards hosted by the organisation, which celebrates the inclusion of the ancient world in the school syllabus.

Jane Austen College incorporated classics into its curriculum thanks to a grant provided by Classics for All.

Norwich Evening News: Many pupils have been inspired to go on and study classics Many pupils have been inspired to go on and study classics (Image: Submitted)

Pupils and staff embraced the introduction of Classical Civilisation to the college's A-level program in 2019.

Since then, the subject has expanded to the GCSE syllabus and has inspired educational trips to Rome, Pompeii, and The British Museum.

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In addition to their curriculum-based studies, pupils have enjoyed talks on classical reception and children’s literature from university professors.

Norwich Evening News: Award-winning recognition for city school's classical curriculum Award-winning recognition for city school's classical curriculum (Image: Submitted)

One A-level student, Kathryn, said: "Studying A-level Classical Civilisation at JAC confirmed my decision to study Classical Archaeology and Ancient History at the University of Oxford."

Keely, a GCSE pupil, added: "Classics has become the highlight of my school week."