History

Intent

At Bearbrook Primary School, our History curriculum—delivered through the Kapow Primary scheme—reflects our commitment to inspire, nurture, and achieve. We aim to foster a love of learning by encouraging curiosity, creativity, and a deepening understanding of the past, in line with our school vision to empower all pupils to become thoughtful, informed and active members of society.

Our History curriculum inspires children to become curious and critical thinkers who can explore local, national and global history with confidence. Pupils are encouraged to ask questions, investigate historical evidence, and think analytically about how past events and people have shaped the present.

Through engaging and inclusive lessons, pupils develop a secure chronological understanding, make connections across time periods, and explore key concepts such as power, invasion, settlement and migration, empire, civilisation, religion, trade, and society. These themes not only bring history to life but also align with our school values of respect, responsibility, and resilience, helping pupils to appreciate the complexity of human experiences and learn from the past.

At Bearbrook, we value diversity and empathy. Our History curriculum supports pupils in understanding different cultures and perspectives, recognising how societies have evolved, and reflecting on the consequences of past actions. This encourages a deeper respect for others and promotes social understanding—both essential for life in modern Britain.

Our History provision meets the National Curriculum’s end of key stage expectations and supports Early Years pupils through developmentally appropriate activities that build foundational knowledge and understanding of the world around them.

Ultimately, History at Bearbrook equips our pupils with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to become informed individuals, capable of shaping a better future while learning from the past.