History
History at NSB
KS3 adopts a chronological approach to historical studies, with Y7 largely focusing on medieval, Y8 on early modern period through to 20th Century, before Y9 moves to the modern era.
Through each year group, there is a focus on local, national and international history, giving a richness to the curriculum through a global lens. Through these studies, a range of foci are adopted in the curriculum, with topics covering social, political, and economic areas of interest.
Key Stage 3
Topics covered:
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Year 7 |
Viking and Norman Invasions |
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Norman England |
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Religion in the Middle Ages |
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Development of Medieval English Society |
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100 Years War and development of Early Modern England |
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Early Tudor England |
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Year 8 |
Late Tudor England |
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Stuarts and the Civil War |
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Empire and Slavery |
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Early 20th Century History – WW1 |
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The Homefront |
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International Relations post 1919 |
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Year 9 |
WW2 |
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Social impacts of WW2 |
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USA: Causes of the Economic Boom |
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USA: Intolerance in the 1920s |
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USA: Economic change in the 1930s |
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USA: Impact of WW2 on US Society |
Key Stage 4
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GCSE |
Breadth Study: International Relations (1919-1975) |
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Breadth Study: War & British Society (790AD – 2010) |
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Depth Study: Personal Rule to Restoration (1629 – 1660) |
GCSE History
In Years 10 and 11 we follow the OCR GCSE Modern World course.
This course includes a focus study on International Relations in the 20th Century, building on students’ earlier learning, through to the end of the Cold War.
There is a breadth study that focuses on War and Society, looking at how 1000+ years of conflict have shaped our nation.
In addition, we have a depth study on the period 1629-1660 where we look at how England breaks into Civil War, operates as a republic, before restoring the monarchy.
With such a range of topics and historical eras, it is hoped that you will develop a personal curiosity about the past and an understanding of how the world we live in has been created by past events. We are sure you will find the course not only fulfilling but also enjoyable, which should ensure your success in the subject.
Please contact the school if you would like to find out more about the curriculum.
History Team
Curriculum Team Leader - Mr J. Marshall
Mr C. Reid
Ms H. Kennedy
Mr L. Hunt
Ms A. Imison
Mr D. Pateman
