History
'Foundations for...Historians'
At the Academy of Cuxton Schools, we aim to stimulate the children’s curiosity and understanding about the knowledge of Britain’s past and that of the wider world, through the encouragement of posing their own historical questions and thinking critically about the subject.
We work to develop an understanding of chronology as well as a perception and awareness of how the local area has changed over time.
We want our pupils to understand the complexities of people’s lives, the process of change, the diversity of societies and relationships between different groups, as well as their own identity and the challenges of their time.
Our bespoke history curriculum is enhanced through our themed events such as Black History month, visitors, use of artefacts, day trips and drama.
Topic Overview
Medium Term Plans
Curriculum Enrichment Showcase
Nursery
Acorns class loved meeting our resident Dinosaur!
Reception
Reception loved having their grandparents in, talking about and showing the toys they used to play with.
Year 2
Year 2 had a trip to the Historic Dockyards in Chatham. They made rope in the longest roper in England, and learnt all about pirates as per their topic. Ooo Arrh!!!
Year 2
For the topic ‘Our Living Memory,’ members of our local community came in to talk to year 2 about events in the past!
Year 3
Year 3 had a fun time making Stone Age from biscuits! I hope they got to eat it afterwards! This is because year 3 have learnt all about the Stone Age, and love learning about their early ancestors!
Year 4
Year 4 had a fun 1066 day, where they made things out of natural materials as their Anglo-Saxon counterparts would have done. They had fun dressing up too.
Year 6
Year 6 went to Horton Kirby for their Victorian topic. They experienced what it was like to be a Victorian school child. They also learnt the history of the village and its roots during the Victorian era. They toured the village looking for signs including the local church and graveyard. An interesting, educational and enjoyable day for all!
Remembrance Day
At Cuxton, we always like to remember the fallen, and the sacrifices that men and women have made for this country to give us the freedoms we have today.