HISTORY
INTENT
At Paston Ridings, our history curriculum is crafted to not only change lives but to inspire excellence and a profound love for learning. Aligned with our core values of trust, hope, faith, commitment, love, courage and service, we are dedicated to cultivating a generation of children who are not just passive learners but active explorers of their identity and the world around them. Our curriculum revolves around transformative questions—What makes us who we are?, How does adversity inspire courage and creative possibilities?, and In an ever-changing world, how can the choices we make have an impact?—encouraging children to delve deeply into the past and draw meaningful connections to their present and future. By cultivating critical thinking and analytical skills, we empower our children to understand historical contexts and engage with the complexities of our world, ultimately preparing them to be informed, compassionate and courageous change-makers.
IMPLEMENTATION
Our history curriculum, from Reception to Year 6, follows the National Curriculum and uses innovative and dynamic teaching pedagogies. We embrace enquiry-based learning, where children investigate historical questions, alongside engaging storytelling that breathes life into the past. Hands-on activities and immersive role play provide experiential learning opportunities, allowing children to step into historical narratives. Field trips to significant sites and the use of rich resources—such as The National Archives, British Library Online Resources, and multimedia historical documentaries—enhance our curriculum, making history tangible and accessible.
Learning is continuously assessed through post-tests, interactive Kahoot quizzes, and teacher judgments, ensuring that each child's learning journey is personalised and impactful.
IMPACT
The impact of our history curriculum at Paston Ridings is transformative. children finish Year 6 with a robust understanding of significant historical events, figures and their implications on contemporary society. By the end of their primary education, they will not only have developed essential critical thinking and analytical skills but will also appreciate the richness of cultural diversity and historical perspectives.
Our curriculum aims to instil a strong sense of global responsibility, encouraging children to become advocates for positive change in their communities and beyond. Success is measured through pupil outcomes, participation in enrichment activities like history clubs and workshops, and meaningful feedback from both children and teachers.
At Paston Ridings, we are committed to ensuring that our history education is not only effective but also an inspiring journey of discovery that equips children with the knowledge and skills to navigate and enrich our ever-evolving world.