History

History is the past and the study of the past. Pupils will be taught how the past influences all aspects of our lives and how history shapes the customs and beliefs of the communities to which we belong.

Learning about the past through different methods of study will help pupils make sense of the world in which they live.

There are two main aims:

  • To help pupils develop a sense of identity by learning about the development of Britain, Europe and the World;
  • To introduce pupils to what is involved in understanding and interpreting the past..

The social dimension of History gives opportunity to support pupils progress in Citizenship. The programmes of study encourage skills linked to participation and responsible action in the life of a community and to reflect upon the nature of governments with regard to individuals and groups.

From Early Years, Key Stage 1 – Key Stage 3 The National Curriculum Programme of Study is followed.  Pupils investigate:

  • What is History?
  • History Around Us
  • Sources and Evidence
  • Ancient Civilisations
  • Medieval Realms
  • Pre-twentieth Century Britain
  • Social Developments
  • The Twentieth Century World
  • Black Peoples of the Americas

Attainment;

Attainment is based on levels 1-8. At key stage 3 the majority of pupils are expected to work between levels 3-7 with an expected attainment at age 14 of levels 5/6.

Key Stage 4

Pupils can gain external accreditation in History through:

  • AQA Unit Award
  • AQA Entry Examination Level
  • AQA GCSE Examination Level

Through the system followed all pupils can gain externally recognised accreditation and credit for the units of study followed.

The syllabus followed allows for transition between accreditation levels.

The programme of study includes:

  • Medicine and Public Health
  • The Impact of Science
  • The Home Front
  • Germany 1919-1939
  • Social & Economic Developments
  • The Modern World

The Entry Level Course accommodates pupils achieving levels 1-4 with overlap into GCSE work.

The GCSE course followed involves one examination paper and a coursework component.