History
History at Heath Hayes Academy is a captivating journey through time, designed to inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a deep connection to the past. Our bespoke curriculum invites pupils to become time-travellers, uncovering stories, exploring events, and understanding how the past has shaped the world we live in today.
Central to our approach is the concept of working historically. Pupils are encouraged to ask thoughtful questions about the past, developing an inquisitive mindset that drives their learning. They learn to investigate historical sources, including pictures, artefacts, stories, and documents, using these clues to build a richer understanding of historical contexts and perspectives.
As they progress, children begin to describe key aspects of historical events, identifying significant moments and recognising how different people experienced them. They develop chronological understanding by placing events in order and making connections across time periods, helping them to see history as a continuous and evolving narrative.
Recounting events is an important part of our curriculum, allowing pupils to retell stories from history with clarity and confidence. Through this process, they begin to use historical language to express their ideas, building vocabulary that supports deeper discussion and reflection.
Our history curriculum is designed to be immersive and meaningful. It encourages pupils to think like historians—questioning, analysing, and interpreting the past with empathy and insight. By engaging with history in this way, learners develop a strong sense of identity, heritage, and global awareness, preparing them to be thoughtful citizens of the future.
Working Historically at Heath Hayes Academy