At New Siblands the study of History helps pupils develop curiosity in, and an understanding of the past in order to help them make sense of the world in which they live. Pupils learn about the recent past and the more distant past. They learn about people from history both famous and ordinary. In doing so pupils are introduced to notions of change and development in their own lives, enriching other areas of the curriculum and enhancing their sense of identity.

Crucial to the study of History is the use of evidence. Pupils need to appreciate that knowledge and understanding of the past is based upon the interpretation of a wide variety of different types of evidence. Therefore at New Siblands we use a large range of artefacts and expose children to information from a range of different sources.

We teach our History units in a cross curricular way making it more meaningful and accessible for our pupils.

King Louis XV1                                                                      A Bishop  

Foundation 2 have been finding out about John Lennon and the Beatles. They looked at records, listened to their music and dressed up as the fab four.

John Lennon and Sir Paul McCartney!

 

Through the teaching of History our pupils are helped:-
To develop an awareness of the past in their own lives and the lives of other people.
To place personal events in chronological order.
To recognise ways in which the past is different from the present.
To develop the skills of interpretation through studying historical situations, events or artefacts.
To deepen their sense of awareness and personal identity through studying historical situations, events and artefacts.