History is who we are and why we are the way we are.
A high-quality history education will help pupils gain a coherent knowledge and understanding of Britain’s past and that of the wider world. It should inspire pupils’ curiosity to know more about the past. Teaching should equip pupils to ask perceptive questions, think critically, weigh evidence, sift arguments, and develop perspective and judgement. History helps pupils to understand the complexity 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. National Curriculum for History, purpose of study
Bringing Ancient Egypt to Life Through Dance
This week, Lichtenstein Class welcomed visitors from Wales into our classroom to see how we brought Ancient Egypt to life through movement.. Together, we explored The Landmarks Game — an activity where the children used their bodies to recreate famous Ancient Egyptian...
Sparks of learning; Bonfire night fun!
This half term, Reception have been learning about Bonfire Night as part of their history topic. We learned all about Guy Fawkes and the gunpowder plot of 1605. The children loved learning and singing this rhyme; 'Remember, remember, the 5th of November.' To celebrate...
Poplar Rates Rebellion
This half-term, the children have been learning all about the Poplar Rates Rebellion. At the end of the half-term, they produced a fantastic double page spread which answered the guiding question: What is the significance of the Poplar Rates Rebellion. Highlights of...
History and timelines
This week, children used the events they have learned about so far in key stage one to build a timeline. We discussed using different intervals and what else is needed to make a timeline useful: The children worked collaboratively to sequence events and began to...
Roaming the Rates Rebellion: Walking in the Footsteps of Local Heroes!
This week, Hadid class went on our local community walk and discovered many of the key spots that marked the 1921 Poplar Rates Rebellion. Poplar baths Lansbury Heritage hotel Walking through the tunnel at Poplar DLR London museum of Docklands After much walking, we...
Year 5 – Reflecting on our learning so far!
In Year 5, we have been learning all about the London Docklands. So far, we’ve discovered how busy the docks once were, with ships bringing goods like tea, sugar, and spices from around the world. We also learned about the East India Company and the important role it...
Year 2 Highlights: Smiles, Growth & Fun!
As we reach the end of this school year, we just wanted to take a moment to reflect on what a lovely year it has been in Year 2. It’s hard to believe how quickly the time has flown by! Our classrooms have been filled with laughter, learning, creativity and so many...
Visit to Guildhall Art Gallery’s Roman Amphitheatre!
Yesterday, Hokusai class had the pleasure to visit some real, ancient Roman ruins. Luckily, it was a short journey to Guildhall art gallery and the weather was lovely, so we had a wonderful time on our visit. Our guide, Andrew, is an archaeologist and told us lots...
New topic and Eid celebrations
This half term, our topic is The Romans. Our big question is Who were the Romans? How did Britain change from 43 to 410AD? Knowledge organisers have been sent home. They include a summary of the important facts and vocabulary that students need to know. Enjoy...
A Trip to the Cutty Sark: Learning Like Real Sailors!
Today we went to Cutty Sark with our adults and our friends. This term we are learning about Christopher Columbus and the Seven continents so it was a great for us to go and see a real life ship for the first time! Some of us have never been on a ship so it was nice!...
