History is getting students not to just accept the world for what it is, but to question it and the societies they live in.
Students should look at past events and interpretations of them and be encouraged to think independently, critically and objectively about them.
Students should be encouraged to understand their place in History, which will allow them to make sense of the world they live in and to challenge.
So students can engage with complex and emotive issues from the past so they can draw contemporary parallels. This will challenge them to have an open mind and confront any prejudice.
It allows students to think freely, making links to social, economic and political history which involves the human experience.
It provides students will a range of skills from writing to source analysis.
It exposes students to a range of cultures which helps promote tolerance and understanding.
Implementing History at Swanwick Hall School
Students will be engaged and find enjoyment in studying history and want to pursue their own areas of curiosity.
Students will be inspired to want to continue their studies at A Level.
Students will have the ability to use information critically.
Students will be able to see both sides of a situation, being able to form their own opinion and giving a balanced response.
Students will be able to communicate effectively in a wide range of situations.
Students will develop an appreciation of empathy when studying sensitive historical events.
