HISTORY

Curriculum Lead: Mrs R. Guinan

Intent

At St Mary and St Michael Catholic Primary school we strive for our children to gain a coherent knowledge and understanding of Britain’s history and that of the wider world and through doing so, stimulate curiosity to know more about the past. To reach their full potential, our pupils should learn to ask perceptive questions about our wondrous world, think critically, weigh evidence, sift arguments and develop deep perspective ad judgement for lifelong learning.

Implementation

Here at St Mary and St Michael Catholic Primary School, teaching of history through a combination of overview and depth studies, will equip pupils with an understanding of chronology; the ability to communicate historically; confidence to interpret the past using artefacts; and an overview of world history through a range of themes (food and farming; beliefs; settlements; culture and pastimes; travel and exploration; and conflict). Learning is recapped and built upon as the pupils progress through the school, with many cross-curricular opportunities to enhance their learning even further.

Impact

At the end of the year, we expect the children to achieve ARE (age related expectations) for their year group. Progress is monitored using formative assessment, 'POP’ (Proof of Progress) tasks, the Lancashire Assessment Materials and teacher’s professional judgement. Intervention is provided where gaps in learning are identified.

Progression of Skills and Knowledge

We use the Lancashire National Curriculum Assessment Material documents for our progression of skills and knowledge. We adapt these where necessary to meet the needs of our pupils.

National Curriculum 

National Curriculum - History key stages 1 to 2 (publishing.service.gov.uk)

Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage for group and school providers (publishing.service.gov.uk) (look for 'Understanding the World')