History Curriculum Overview
History is all around us. The study of history ignites children’s curiosity about the past in Britain and the wider world. Through finding out about how and why the world, our country, culture and local community have developed over time, children understand how the past influences the present. History enables children to develop a context for their growing sense of identity and a chronological framework for their knowledge of significant events and people. What they learn through history can influence their decisions about personal choices, attitudes and values. At Coppull St. John’s, our intent, when teaching history, is to stimulate the children’s curiosity through an enquiry-based questioning approach, in order for them to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding.
Equality and diversity
At Coppull St. John's, we are committed to creating a positive historical learning experience for all and we support the Equality Act of 2010 and, as such, believe that all pupils should be exposed to curriculum content and resources which reflect modern Britain. Pupils are enabled to see themselves and others within the resources used and acquire knowledge and skills, understanding that curriculum content is relevant and has purpose for them. We continue to purchase resources so that all pupils, equally, are encouraged to make best progress possible.
The significant individuals studied in our History curriculum have been carefully selected to ensure they cover a diverse background with a variety of cultures, religions, beliefs, ethnicities and social background. We are focussed on teaching the children that many historical significant achievements have been made by individuals of all diverse backgrounds. The children learn that more diverse cultures are becoming more prominent in today's society compared to in the past and that this is something to celebrate.
Access and inclusion
Every child has access to the History curriculum and the Special Education Needs co-ordinator assists staff to ensure that children have the necessary resources to learn their next steps in learning. A variety of resources such as additional support staff, laptops, ipads, overlays, coloured paper and enlarged text support individuals to access learning. We endeavour to ensure that all children make the necessary progress to succeed in their acquisition of History, substantive knowledge, disciplinary knowledge and skills. All children are able to enjoy, succeed and participate in History using a variety of tools such as using Seesaw to record children's knowledge for those who are not as confident in writing. This allows children to show their talent in other ways such as labelling pictures, using role play or recording their disciplinary knowledge orally. We give children the opportunity to visit museums so they can experience history first hand and we are starting to use museum loan boxes so children can access real artefacts.
Deepening Spirituality
Spirituality is important to us at Coppull St. John's as we aim to implement our school values when learning History. We use a variety of resources including audio visual, texts, visits and visitors to enable pupils to understand the world they live in and to reflect on their own identity as well as that of others. A sense of awe and wonder is developed through study of the subject and a celebration for that which enriches the world for all. We encourage our pupils to believe that they can change the world for the better after continuing to acquire knowledge from this curriculum subject.
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GRACE LOVE SERVICE HOPE WISDOM COMMUNITY |
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Windows (Looking out) |
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Mirrors (Reflecting on thoughts and feelings) |
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Door (Stepping out into the world and take action) |
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