We aim to ensure that throughout their time at Paxton Academy, pupils develop an understanding of their own personal history, explore the lives of relevant significant individuals, learn about key events from the past and develop their understanding of how this will shape their future.
Learning each term is centred around a key enquiry question. Children are provided with:
· Weekly history lessons (every other half term on rotation with geography)
· Regular reviews of previously taught knowledge to commit to long term memory
· Clear progression of knowledge and the development of skills throughout the half term
· Knowledge and skills which are consistently built upon, consolidated, developed and extended
· Access to a range of resources, including physical resources linked to key topics
· Opportunities to deepen knowledge and understanding with external trips where appropriate
To ensure consistency throughout the school, leaders ensure that:
· Staff receive regular planning support
· Topics are reviewed to meet the needs of pupils
· Links are made with other curriculum areas, including English, Art and Design and Design and Technology
· Half termly book looks, planning scrutiny and pupil voice to ensure consistency and provide clear next steps
· Learning walks provide opportunities for both formal and informal feedback
· Regular investment in up to date resources
As a result of this, pupils make good progress from their starting points and teaching and learning is consistent.
