TPS History Curriculum

Why is History important?

The History curriculum at Tottington Primary School is based on a coherent understanding of the history of Britain and the wider world. By studying history, we teach our children to think critically, justify using evidence and to thoroughly consider both sides of an issue before making a decision. In today’s modern world, it is more important than ever to debate and consider information, not just accept what they are told. Teaching history ensures our children understand the complexities of people, societies and change, thus enabling them to understand their identity within society. It shows them models of good and responsible citizenship; right and wrong, morals and ethics. History’s true value lies in how we apply lessons from the past to our present and future ensuring our children do not accept things with passivity.

What are the aims of our History curriculum?

At Tottington Primary School we are passionate about promoting high standards of historical understanding. Through combining the Early Years and National Curriculum with our TPS core values, our ambitious History curriculum equips all our children with the necessary skills in historical enquiry.

By the end of their time at Tottington Primary School, our children will have developed a deep and broad knowledge of British and World History. Our children will understand the concepts of continuity and change, cause and consequence, similarity, difference and significance to make connections. We place great importance on their understanding of historical vocabulary ensuring they can use it effectively and accurately. They will understand how and why contrasting arguments and interpretations of the past have been constructed. Our pupils have a secure understanding and respect for diversity, social responsibility and have a sense of how the past has shaped their future. They will leave with an understanding of how their locality has changed and how the past has very much shaped where they live today.

Through our well-planned, and sequenced History curriculum our children acquire the vital knowledge and skills required for the next stage of their learning journey and on into adulthood. This enables the children of Tottington Primary School to become successful, active and positive members of their local community and wider world.