History Curriculum

History Curriculum Intent

The aim of the History department at Shevington High School is to engage students in the study of the past and to cultivate a lasting interest in history that stays with them for the rest of their lives. 

Our curriculum is primarily taught in chronological order, with each assessment aimed at enhancing students' understanding of key historical concepts such as continuity, change, cause, consequence, similarity, difference and significance. Alongside this students regularly analyse a range of primary and secondary source material to help to frame their understanding of historical interpretations. 

Through this approach, we aspire to develop learners who have an understanding of how important local, regional, national, and international events have shaped and continue to shape the world in which they live.

Lessons

Year 7-9: 4 hours per fortnight

GCSE Options

Year 10-11: 5 hours per fortnight 

Staff

Mr Nichols – Curriculum Leader of History

Mrs Simpson – Teacher of History

Mr Simmons – Teacher of History