Wensum Junior School

History

History statement of intent

History at Wensum is about finding out what life in the past was like and drawing comparisons with our lives today. It includes learning about local, national and international history. Our programme of study is designed so that all key areas of History are covered over a 4-year cycle, from ‘Ancient Times’ to ‘Present Day’. Our aim at Wensum is to develop historians who are curious and interested in the world around them. 

Overview of History Curriculum

 

Autumn

Spring

Summer

Year 3

Stone Age, Iron Age and Bronze Age

Why did the Romans settle in Britain?

What did the Ancient Egyptians believe?

Year 4

How have children’s lives changed?

What did Ancient Egyptians believe?

How did the achievements of Maya impact their society and beyond?

Year 5

What was life like in Tudor England?

What did the Ancient Greeks ever do for us?

How did the Mayan civilisation compare with the Anglo-Saxons

Year 6

What does the census tell us about the local area?

What was the impact of WW2 on the people of Britain?

Who should go on a fair test?