United Kingdom Year 6 National Curriculum - History

This curriculum aims to provide students with a chronologically secure understanding of British, local, and world history. Students develop historical consciousness and build upon previously learned concepts such as monarchy, democracy, empire, civilization, and migration. New concepts introduced in Year 6 include feminism, communism, and capitalism.

Key Stage 2 History Curriculum

The Year 6 curriculum builds upon the Key Stage 2 History curriculum, which covers a range of historical periods and themes. Specific topics covered in Year 6 can vary by school but often include a study of local history, an aspect or theme in British history extending beyond 1066, and a study of an aspect or theme in world history that broadens students' chronological knowledge beyond 1066. Some examples of topics covered in Year 6 include:

• A Local History Study: This allows students to explore the history of their local area, developing a deeper understanding of their community's past.
• British History Beyond 1066: This could include topics such as the Tudors, the Industrial Revolution, or World War I.
• World History Beyond 1066: This could include topics such as Ancient Civilizations, the Renaissance, or the Age of Exploration.

The curriculum emphasizes the development of historical skills, such as:

• Chronological Understanding: Placing events in the correct order and understanding the passage of time.
• Knowledge and Understanding of Events, People, and Changes: Learning about significant historical events, figures, and societal changes.
• Historical Interpretation: Analyzing historical sources and forming judgments about the past.
• Historical Communication: Presenting historical information effectively.

The curriculum is designed to be a minimum requirement, allowing schools the flexibility to expand upon these topics and incorporate additional content. Resources such as lesson plans, worksheets, and interactive activities are available to support teaching and learning. The BBC Bitesize website also offers resources for Year 6 History.