History
The study of history helps to develop children’s curiosity about the past. By exploring and understanding how and why Britain and the wider world has developed over time, our children can begin to understand how the past influences the present. History enables our children to develop a chronological framework for their knowledge of significant events and people. At Hullavington our principle aim is to stimulate the children’s curiosity in order for them to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding. History is real and therefore it is important we give our children the opportunities to learn history through a wide range of activities such as handling artefacts, questioning, taking on the role of experts, D&T, writing, discussion, role-play and school trips. History enables our children to develop a context of their growing sense of identity. What they learn through history can undoubtedly have some influence in their personal choices, attitudes and values in life.
History Documents
Key Stage 1
In Key Stage 1, history teaching focuses on developing pupils' understanding of the past.
This is achieved by starting with pupils' personal histories, making family trees and sharing important events in their own lives.
In time, pupils will study notable individuals and events from throughout history, such as Samuel Pepys and the Great Fire of London.
Pupils also learn about changes over time, through studying themes like transport and toys.
Key Stage 2
History in Key Stage 2 is focused on providing a strong foundational knowledge of the past.
This is split into three topic areas: British history from the Neolithic to 1,066 ACE, the study of ancient civilizations and thematic units such as the World Wars.
In both Key Stages, learning is focused through a detailed skills & knowledge progression, developing pupils not only in terms of historical knowledge but also their historical skills and chronological understanding.
