History
Our History curriculum sparks curiosity and critical thinking, giving students the tools to understand past complexities and shape their futures.
ExploreCurriculum Intent
History helps students belong by recognising the diverse stories of those who came before us, fostering kindness and empathy across historical contexts. We instil the belief that evaluating evidence with integrity helps us understand the present. Sparking curiosity about past civilisations, students take a scholarly approach to source analysis and historical enquiry. By exploring historical periods with aspirational rigor, students become critical thinkers who learn from the past to shape a better future.
Key Stage 3
Taught through 2 x 55-minute periods each week
At KS3, students engage in historical enquiry, exploring primary and secondary sources. They study themes such as political institutions, belief systems, societal change, and human interconnectedness, building foundational skills for deeper historical understanding.
Key Stage 4
Taught through 3 x 55-minute periods each week
At KS4, students build on KS3 themes by studying topics like Life in Germany, Cold War tensions, Elizabeth I, and Health and the People. These topics encourage them to analyze societal developments and interconnected historical themes.
“We are not the makers of History, we are made by History.” – Martin Luther King
