History
Intent
At Sythwood, the teaching of history enables children to understand events from the past and how these have shaped the cultures and ways of life we see around us today. Children develop curiosity and a deep understanding of what has come before and how this connects to now. Through history, they gain a sense of identity and a chronological framework for their knowledge of significant past events and people, enriching their cultural capital.
Learning is carefully sequenced so that new knowledge and concepts build securely on prior understanding, enabling children to know more, remember more, and think like historians. They develop the skills needed to investigate and interpret a range of sources and evidence from the past, making meaningful links to the present, while also deepening and embedding their understanding of chronology and the passage of time between different historical periods.
Our history curriculum challenges children to think critically, question evidence, and form their own interpretations of the past. Pupils are encouraged to analyse, evaluate, and debate historical ideas, considering multiple perspectives and the significance of different events and people. Through this approach, all children are supported to take intellectual risks, tackle complex concepts, and develop confidence in their historical thinking.
Children are explicitly taught to use and apply disciplinary reading skills to strengthen their understanding of historical sources, language and perspectives. By reading and analysing disciplinary texts, they deepen their ability to interpret, question and evaluate evidence, supporting higher-order thinking and enquiry skills.
Curriculum Overview
Please click on the link below to see an overview of our history curriculum:
