History
“History is not a burden on the memory, but an illumination of the soul.” Lord Acton
History at Hendon School endeavours to develop students’ critical thinking skills by taking them in each and every lesson on a journey through time to discover about past people and societies. It does so through engaging lessons that are characterised by deep and meaningful discussions and debate; in depth study and analysis of historical sources and evidenced; and a variety of accessible learning activities that develop all students’ knowledge and understanding, as well as develop essential transferable skills.
Students have 3 lessons over 2 weeks
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Autumn |
Spring |
Summer |
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Year 7 |
The Norman Conquest, 1066-1087 Life in Medieval England, 1066-1485 |
Life in Islamic Civilizations, 570-1492 The Renaissance in Italy, 1400-1550 |
History of London, c. 43AD-2000 The Tudors and the Reformation, 1509-1603 |
| Year 8 |
The English Civil Wars, 1625-1660 The French Revolution 1789-1799 |
The Slave Trade in Britain and the USA, 1500-1865 | Britain and her Empire |
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Year 9 |
The Industrial Revolution in Britain, 1750-1900 World War One, 1914-1918 |
The Holocaust in Europe, 1939-45 (integrated with RE) Britain and World War Two, 1939-1945 |
Britain and World War Two, 1939-1945 GCSE skills |
Outside the classroom
- History Club for Years 7-9 (e.g. making castles)
- Debating Society (e.g. ethics in medicine)
- Master Classes (e.g. the significance of the Reconstruction period in the USA in the 19th century)
- A range of trips and opportunities, including History Taster Days and a trip to Belfast
Progression pathways and careers
History is a highly respected subject which admissions tutors at university, and employers from all works of life, value because of the transferable skills it develops in people. These skills include communication, planning and organisation, analysis and evaluation, presentation, and leadership. There are a wide range of careers that historians follow, including:
- Government (councillor, MP, lobbyist)
- Education (teacher, lecturer, researcher)
- Management
- Law (solicitor, barrister, police, forensic scientist)
- Journalism
Useful links
www.schoolhistory.co.uk
www.nationalarchives.gov.uk
www.edexcel.com
www.aqa.com
www.britishpathe.com
Contact
Peter Hines Head of History hinesp@hendonschool.co.uk
