Preparatory History

History

In history, we strive to promote enjoyment and knowledge of the subject. We stress the importance of chronology and of causation and effect.  We learn of the past in Britain and the greater world, and how that past influences the present. The children discover the diversity of human experience, relating this to their own (experience) as a member of society.

In the Pre-Prep, history tends to be project-based, covering the lives and lifestyles of people in past times, famous people and important events; noticing similarities and differences between life today and in the past.

In the Prep school, the subject is taught in study units: Year 3 Vikings and Normans; Year 4 The Ancient World - Egypt and Greece; Year 5 The Modern World - Victorians and Britain since 1930; Year 6 The Tudors; Years 7 & 8 The Medieval World (C.E. and Scholarship).

Curricular enrichment is brought about by an extensive programme of visits which include, Newhaven Fort, The British Museum, Bodiam Castle, Hampton Court and the Tower of London. In addition there are regular school-based workshops on The Romans, The Vikings, The Victorians and Ancient Egypt. Each of these visits/workshops is an important and valuable component of the area of study and is greeted enthusiastically by every pupil.