Quintilian's School

Quintilian’s School was an influential Roman education system founded by the teacher and orator Quintilian around the 1st century AD. It emphasized the importance of comprehensive, moral, and rhetorical training, aiming to cultivate both intellectual abilities and virtuous character in students. The school focused on classical grammar, literature, and the art of effective speaking, preparing students for leadership and public service. Quintilian believed that a well-rounded education, combining knowledge with ethical development, was essential for shaping competent and virtuous individuals. His teachings profoundly influenced the development of Western educational principles.