The History curriculum at Wolfreton School and Sixth Form College is designed to ignite students’ curiosity about the past and deepen their understanding of how history has shaped the world we live in today. Through engaging historical enquiries, students develop the ability to question, analyse, and interpret the past, gaining a strong sense of Britain’s place in the world, our relationships with other countries, and the evolution of life in modern Britain.

At the heart of our curriculum is the development of disciplinary thinking, enabling students to explore historical sources and interpretations critically. They are encouraged to express their opinions through well-balanced and well-supported judgements, fostering their ability to think independently and engage with complex historical debates. A rigorous focus on historical knowledge ensures that students build a clear understanding of key events, change and continuity over time, and the diversity of human experiences.

The sequencing of our curriculum is carefully structured to allow students to develop a coherent understanding of history through key concepts that run throughout their studies. By engaging with themes such as power and control, the lives of ordinary people, and Britain’s evolving role on the global stage, students develop both substantive and disciplinary knowledge, equipping them with a broad historical perspective.

History at Wolfreton also plays a crucial role in students’ personal development. By fostering critical thinking and an appreciation for diverse perspectives, we help students understand the complexities of society and the challenges faced by different communities throughout time. This, in turn, supports their appreciation of British values and prepares them to be informed, thoughtful citizens in an ever-changing world.

KS3 Curriculum

KS4 Curriculum

Homework 

KS3 – set fortnightly, this ranges from guided reading tasks, ‘meanwhile, elsewhere’ worksheets, or extended work like projects e.g. castle building (year 7), King Louis execution souvenir (year 8) or Holocaust acts of remembrance (year 9)

KS4 – set fortnightly, a variety of revision tasks set on current and previously studied topics to embed knowledge and understanding

Extra-curricular

In History, we also enrich students' learning through educational trips, including visits to Lincoln Castle and Cathedral in Year 7, the Holocaust Memorial Museum in Year 9, a World War I trenches re-enactment experience in Year 10, and exploring medical history at the Thackray Museum in Year 11. Additionally, our popular Debating Club runs weekly for students in Years 7-11.