History
At Greenfields, all children will understand a range of historical events across different time periods, understand where in time and context historical events have happened, use a range of different sources to expand their historical enquiry and have access to a broad range of trips aimed at enriching their historical learning.
Our Curriculum
There are 4 strands of history that run across our curriculum on a 2-year cycle:
- Historical interpretation
- Chronology
- Historical enquiry
- Knowledge and influence on modern life
What we cover in each cycle in each key stage is below.
Key Stage 1
Cycle A:
- Transport
- Titanic
- Castles
Cycle B:
- Communication
- Dinosaurs
- Great Fire of London
Lower Key Stage 2:
Cycle A:
- Romans
- Stone Age to Iron Age
Cycle B:
- Anglo-Saxons
- Vikings
Upper Key Stage 2:
Cycle A:
- Ancient Egypt
- WW2
Cycle B:
- Ancient Greeks
- Mayans
To see some of the outstanding work our children are producing, engaging lessons being taught and enriching trips children go on, click on the year to the right. If you would like to read more about what is covered in the history curriculum, click on “key documents”.