History

History

Intent

At the Flourish Federation, our History curriculum aims to facilitate a development of chronologically secure knowledge and an appreciation and understanding of British, local and world history, drawing on a range of evidence and sources to gain historical perspective. Children will be taught to make meaningful links through inquiry and enquiry questions, allowing them to form their own, informed interpretations. We intend that our curriculum will influence children’s decisions about personal choices, attitudes and values for the challenges of their time.

Our curriculum will focus on key historical concepts, such as: trade, culture, democracy & leadership, invasion, societies, while exploring the themes of continuity and change, similarities, difference and significance. Appropriate vocabulary will progress overtime, alongside the key historical concepts, enabling children to use accurate, technical language to explain their reasoning.

We aspire to make learning a hands-on experience, helping children to put themselves in the shoes of people from the past, making learning engaging and memorable. This in-turn will support children with SEND and disadvantaged pupils, removing barriers and enabling them to progress from their starting point, regardless of their cultural capital. Children will be encouraged to ask perceptive questions, think critically, weigh evidence and sift arguments, linking prior learning to inform perspectives and judgements, and understand the intent of the evidence provided.

Horrible histories

BBC primary history

BBC history games

2024/ 2025

Year 6 - WWII

Year 6 had a fantastic opportunity to visit Maidstone Grammar School to explore their WWII bunker. The visit brought history to life as students learned about the bunker’s role during the war and experienced a glimpse of what life was like during that era. It was an unforgettable day filled with learning and discovery!

Remembrance Day

Our school was proud to present a heartfelt art and poetry display for Remembrance Day. This display showcased creative expressions by our students, featuring thoughtful artwork and poignant poetry that reflect themes of bravery and hope.

Year 5 Viking day!

We intend for all children to have a rich history curriculum which gives them a thirst to find out more about the past.

Artefacts!

We start each topic by investigating artefacts. Handling an artefact allows pupils to use their senses, develop questioning and problem-solving skills, strengthen their understanding of a period, and empathise with people from the past.