History.
Understand how the past shapes the present. Our KS3 History programme covers key periods from medieval England to the twentieth century, developing analytical and evaluative thinking.
What to expect.
Students explore significant events, people and movements through primary and secondary sources. Lessons are discussion-rich and politically neutral, encouraging students to weigh evidence, consider different perspectives and form their own reasoned judgements. The programme builds the source analysis and essay skills essential for IGCSE History.
Topics covered.
Medieval England
The Norman Conquest, feudalism, the Black Death, the Crusades and the development of monarchy and parliament.
The Tudors & Reformation
Henry VIII, the English Reformation, Elizabeth I and England's emergence as a world power.
The Industrial Revolution
Urbanisation, technological change, working conditions, social reform and the transformation of Britain.
Empire & colonialism
The growth and impact of the British Empire, slavery and abolition, and perspectives from colonised peoples.
The World Wars
Causes, events and consequences of WWI and WWII. The Home Front, the Holocaust and the reshaping of the modern world.
The twentieth century
The Cold War, decolonisation, civil rights movements and the foundations of the contemporary world.
Beyond the syllabus.
- Source analysis and evaluation
- Constructing evidence-based arguments
- Understanding cause, consequence and significance
- Chronological awareness and periodisation
- Structured essay writing and historical vocabulary
How progress is measured.
Source-based tasks and essay assignments marked with detailed feedback. Half-term assessments test knowledge and analytical skills. Termly reports track progress toward IGCSE readiness.
Where it leads.
KS3 History leads into IGCSE History at KS4, where students study selected depth studies and source-based papers for the Cambridge International examination.
How history lessons work.
Live & interactive.
Every lesson is delivered live by a qualified teacher. Students participate through voice, chat, whiteboards and breakout rooms.
Small classes.
Maximum fifteen students per class. Every child gets individual attention, feedback and support throughout the lesson.
Recorded for review.
Every lesson is recorded and available on the student portal. Students can re-watch, revise and catch up at any time.
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