Intent Statement

A high-quality history education will help pupils gain a coherent knowledge and understanding of Britain’s past and that of the wider world. It should inspire pupils’ curiosity to know more about the past. Teaching should equip pupils to ask perceptive questions, think critically, weigh evidence, sift arguments, and develop perspective and judgement. History helps pupils to understand the complexity of people’s lives, the process of change, the diversity of societies and relationships between different groups, as well as their own identity and the challenges of their time.

Adapted from the 2014 DfE History Programme of Study

At Meadowhead Juniors, we believe that children should leave our school with a passion for history. Our curriculum inspires pupils to be curious about Britain’s past and that of the wider world. We want children to enjoy and love learning about history by gaining the relevant knowledge and skills, not just through experiences in the classroom, but also with the use of fieldwork and educational visits.

At Meadowhead Juniors Primary School our intention is to provide first quality history teaching which aims to:

• to help children gain an understanding of our local history Britain’s history and that of the wider world.

• to help children will appreciate that learning about the past is important in shaping our future.

• to help children understand the complexity of people’s lives and the diversity of societies.

• to help children develop an understanding of our local area and how it affected people and places link to our children’s own lives

• to help gain an understanding of their own cultural root to develop a pride in their local area

Implementation

Impact Statement

Our history curriculum plays a vital role in shaping our pupil's minds and developing a deeper understanding of the world. Pupils will leave Year 6 with a solid grasp of key historical events, figures, and movements, covering ancient civilisations to modern history, with a focus on local, national, and global contexts.

Through engaging lessons, pupils develop critical thinking skills, learning to ask questions, analyse sources, and draw reasoned conclusions. They understand how history shapes society, culture, and individuals, fostering empathy and respect for diverse perspectives. The curriculum also encourages skills in chronology, cause and effect, and connecting past events to the present.

By the time pupils leave Year 6, they will have a strong historical foundation, ready to continue their studies in secondary school. More importantly, they will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to be thoughtful, engaged citizens who understand the importance of history in shaping today’s world.