Hullavington CE Primary and Nursery School

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.