History
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Intent
Lowerhouses's history curriculum provides our children with a well-rounded knowledge of the past and its events, as well as a deeper understanding of the world around them and an appreciation for their own heritage. Our aim is for all children to access a high-quality history curriculum which inspires a curiosity and fascination about Britain's past and that of the wider world. Through the teaching of the Early Years curriculum and the KS1 and KS2 National Curriculum for history, we aim to ensure that all of our pupils are equipped with knowledge about the history of Britain and how it has been influenced by the wider world. Through our curriculum, we work to ensure that pupils know and understand about significant aspects of the history of the wider world including ancient civilisations and empires; changes in living memory and beyond living memory; the lives of significant people in the past; the methods of historical enquiry and the importance of asking and answering questions in order to learn more about the past. |
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Implementation
History is taught through a historical enquiry approach, supported by a clear progression of knowledge and skills from Early Years to year 6. Our curriculum ensures that knowledge and skills are built on year by year and sequenced appropriately to maximise learning for all children. In history lessons, children are taught to think critically and multiple opportunities are provided to enhance learning through investigations, analysing sources and writing extended pieces in order to answer the enquiry question. Learning is appropriately scaffolded to support children to recall previous learning and make connections. The teaching of subject-specific vocabulary, knowledge and skills relevant to the learning allows children to integrate new knowledge into larger concepts. Historical artefacts, visitors, workshops and visits are frequently used to excite and intrigue our children to find out more about events and people from the past. Learning also takes place through commemorative events such as Remembrance Day which provides a time for children to come together to reflect on the services and sacrifices made during times of war.
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Impact
Formative assessment including questioning, marking, observation and challenge is used in lessons. At the end of the unit of learning, children will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding by answering the enquiry question. This can be presented in a variety of ways such as oral responses, posters, presentations and written answers. Teachers will record the outcomes and any misconceptions or gaps in learning are addressed to ensure the curriculum meets the needs of all pupils. |
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Topic Overview
