History

What are we aiming for?

At High Hesket CE Primary School we aim to develop a chronologically secure knowledge and understanding of local, British and world history, including knowledge of key events, dates and characters. Alongside this, using our curriculum drivers, we endeavour to promote and shape children’s curiosity and fascination within historical enquiries. Children are encouraged to identify the tools they will need to enquire successfully through questioning, historical ‘experts’, visits and primary and secondary sources. Learning experiences are planned to be sequenced, vocabulary rich and cumulative, promoting children’s interest, stretching their thinking and allowing them to transfer and apply their knowledge, skills and understanding. An awareness that knowledge of the past derives from a range of sources and that interpretations and conclusions can be different is important. Our children are encouraged to foster their critical thinking when checking the accuracy of interpretations, using evidence to support their arguments.

How do we get there?

We follow the Kapow Primary History Scheme of Work and a parent guide can be found below with further details of what our History curriculum includes. Please note that, due to the mixed year group structure of some of our classes, the topics may be taught in different year groups to those listed. More information about the topics taught in each year can be found in the whole school overview document.