History Curriculum

History Curriculum

‘A people without knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots.’

Marcus Garvey

History has always been held in high regard at North Ealing Primary School (NEPS), with the school’s own rich history and its place within the local community providing a celebrated and inspiring context for learning. Our curriculum makes full use of the immediate and wider local area, enabling children to develop a deep understanding of the history of their locality and its significance over time.

In the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), learning follows the Development Matters guidance, supporting children to develop an early understanding of the world through the areas of Past and Present, People, Culture and Communities and The Natural World.

In Key Stages 1 and 2, we deliver an enquiring and coherent history curriculum which enables all children to develop a secure knowledge and understanding of Britain’s past and that of the wider world. Pupils are encouraged to ask perceptive questions, think critically, weigh evidence and develop perspective and judgement. Through this, they begin to understand the complexity of people’s lives, the process of change, the diversity of societies and relationships between different groups.

Our curriculum is carefully sequenced, with key knowledge and skills identified for each topic to ensure clear progression across year groups. By the end of Year 6, pupils develop a strong chronological understanding of British history from the Stone Age to the present day, alongside studies of world history, including ancient civilisations such as Greece and Egypt. Pupils are able to draw comparisons, make connections between time periods and relate historical learning to their own lives, with a strong emphasis on community and local context.

Historical learning is underpinned by our Curriculum Principles, promoting enquiry, oracy and critical thinking. Outcomes in history are based on agreed success criteria, pupils’ ability to ask perceptive questions and think critically, the quality of recorded work in books and the development and application of key historical skills.

Through this approach, we aim to develop curious, reflective learners who understand the past and are equipped to make sense of the present and future.

By the end of year 2 and year 6 we want pupils to:

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History and Geography overview

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