Intent

Our history curriculum enables pupils to understand the past, appreciate diverse cultures and recognise how history shapes their lives today. Inclusive learning experiences ensure that every child sees themselves represented and valued. Through engaging enquiry questions—from the Stone Age to World War II—pupils build a coherent understanding of chronology and significant events.

Implementation

Units are organised around big questions that encourage critical thinking and curiosity. Teachers explicitly teach key vocabulary, knowledge and historical skills such as interpreting evidence and identifying causes and consequences. Adaptive teaching ensures all pupils—including those with SEND—can access sources, timelines and activities. Cross‑curricular links enrich understanding and make learning meaningful.

Impact

Pupils develop secure historical knowledge, can explain how and why events occurred, and can make comparisons across time periods. They demonstrate empathy, perspective and respect for diversity. By Year 6, pupils confidently use evidence to support arguments and engage thoughtfully with historical enquiry.

Intent

Our geography curriculum inspires pupils to explore and value the world around them. We aim to develop knowledgeable, environmentally aware learners who can understand their local area as well as global diversity. Inclusion is central: all pupils access rich geographical experiences that broaden horizons and build cultural capital.

Implementation

Lessons build progressively on map skills, place knowledge and environmental understanding. Fieldwork is carefully structured to be accessible for all learners, enabling observation, questioning and data collection. Teachers use visual supports, layered scaffolds and real‑world examples to help all pupils—regardless of need—understand geographical processes.

Impact

Pupils become curious, knowledgeable geographers who can interpret maps, explain physical and human features, and make connections between places. They develop an appreciation for environmental responsibility and recognise their role within a diverse global community.