History

History is a vital subject for helping pupils understand and make sense of the world in which they live. We want our pupils to be inquisitive and to be able to critically analyse issues and information with confidence. Pupils will study elements of British, European and wider world History from a range of perspectives and are encouraged to engage with genuine historical debate and scholarship. We follow the national curriculum for History and the AQA syllabus at GCSE.

Approaches to Teaching and Learning in History

History lessons involve a variety of approaches. There is the expectation that pupils are actively involved in discussion, with opportunities for paired talk and whole class discussion. Reading is essential in History and pupils engage with a range of source material, articles and scholarship on a regular basis. Pupils have the opportunity to engage with contemporary historical sources in the majority of lessons. Homework is set weekly as appropriate for all year groups and may include tasks such as preparatory reading material, revision or activities to consolidate learning in lessons.

History Department Staff

Miss K Klunder - Head of History
Mr S Hughes - Specialist Teacher of History/HOY 9
Mr D Botes - Headteacher
Miss B Peters - Specialist Techer of Music/Teacher of History
Mr C Lord - Specialist Teacher of Geography/Teacher of History/Head of Careers

Lessons

Year 7 ... 2 hours per week ... approx. 72 hours

Year 8 ... 1 hour 20 minutes per week ... approx. 52 hours

Year 9 ... 1 hour 20 minutes per week ... approx. 52 hours

Year 10/11 GCSE 2/3 or 3/2 hours per week ... approx. 170 hours