To cultivate an appreciation for diverse cultures, historical perspectives, and significant events that have shaped both local and global contexts. Our curriculum aims to reflect the rich tapestry of heritage, encouraging pupils to understand their place in history and appreciate the contributions of various communities.

To develop pupils’ analytical skills through the examination of historical evidence, fostering questions and interpretation. We aim to instil in pupils the ability to evaluate sources critically and form reasoned conclusions.

To create lessons that inspire fascination and engagement with history, utilising various mediums including artefacts, primary sources, and technology. We aim to connect historical events to the lives of pupils today, ensuring relevance and sparking interest.

To ensure pupils acquire a robust body of historical knowledge while simultaneously developing key skills such as chronological understanding, cause and effect, and the ability to compare and contrast different historical narratives.

Our history curriculum follows the National Curriculum guidelines while ensuring that it is enriching, challenging, and appropriately sequenced. We cover a range of periods, themes, and geographical locations, ensuring comprehensive coverage from prehistoric times to the modern world.

Lessons are organised around engaging themes that interlink different historical periods, allowing pupils to make connections across time and place. This approach is reinforced through cross-curricular links, integrating history with subjects such as art, literature, and geography.

We employ a variety of teaching strategies including collaborative group work, debates, role-playing, and interactive projects. Pupils are encouraged to have active participation in their learning, allowing them to take ownership of their historical enquiries.

Regular formative assessments are employed to monitor pupils’ understanding and provide targeted feedback. This ongoing assessment informs our planning and allows for necessary adaptations to meet individual pupil needs.

Off-site visits, workshops, and guest speakers are integrated into our curriculum to enhance learning. Opportunities to experience history first-hand, deepen understanding and bring historical concepts to life.

Staff receive regular training and support to ensure they are equipped with the latest pedagogical strategies and historical knowledge, fostering a culture of continuous professional improvement.

Pupils demonstrate a strong knowledge base and the ability to think critically about historical events and their significance.

Pupils express excitement about learning history, often demonstrating their enthusiasm through projects and presentations.

Through exposure to diverse historical narratives, pupils exhibit a greater respect for diversity and an understanding of multiple perspectives. This cultural awareness fosters a sense of belonging and inclusion within the school community.

Children can articulate their thoughts clearly and have developed a compelling narrative around their historical learning.

Our history curriculum not only equips pupils with knowledge and skills applicable to their current education but also prepares them for secondary education and beyond. We instil a lifelong love of history that encourages continued inquiry and exploration of the past.