History

In History, we have adopted a yearly pattern of studying ancient, locally significant then modern history so that children develop a chronologically secure knowledge and understanding of British, local and world history.  Each topic will begin with a chronology lesson, ensuring children develop a clear and communicative understanding of significant people and events which occurred before, during and after that period of study. Within these topics (guided by the National Curriculum statutory framework) we have selected recurring themes of the knowledge we aim to develop and revisit repeatedly including social, political, economic and cultural significance.  An agreed passport of visits and visitors which was developed at the same time as the LTP aims to ensure these themes are brought to life and children can immerse themselves in their period of study.  Becoming experts on what life was really life in those times will then allow teachers to accurately assess both pupils’ knowledge of the past and their ability to answer enquiry questions (such as ‘How and why did Kirkby Thore celebrate VE Day?’) meaningfully.  Here in Kirkby Thore, we are so lucky to know that our village has been at the centre of significant periods of British History including Roman, Viking, Norman and the Tudor/Stuarts times.  Exploring our village and its significant buildings such as the Roman Fort and St Michael’s church are obvious non-negotiable experiences we want the children to enjoy. As our LTP repeats on a four-year cycle, we know that children will eventually revisit some areas of study.  This is why our MTP clearly specifies developing historian skills as well as subject content so that whilst we are all learning about the same time frame, we are covering it an age-appropriate level.

History Long Term Plan 2025-2026