History

Intent:

At Parkdale, we want every child to develop the ability to ask perceptive questions, think critically, nurture their curiosity, and understand how people, societies and the wider world have changed throughout history.

Our History curriculum is largely drawn from the 2014 National Curriculum and is carefully sequenced to build knowledge and skills progressively across the school. Rather than studying history through termly themes, all history units are explored through three curriculum lenses: Identity, Diversity, and Peace and Conflict. These lenses are applied consistently across each unit of study, enabling children to make meaningful connections between different periods of history, deepen their understanding of historical concepts, and consider events and experiences from multiple perspectives. Through this approach, pupils develop a richer understanding of the past and how it has shaped the world we live in today.

History Notices

Year 2 Trip to Cadbury World

May 6, 2026

Year 2 had an absolute blast at Cadbury World last week. They enjoyed the tour (including the wobbly seats!), ate some melted chocolate treats, watched a 4D show in the cinema and had a sneaky play on the park. Here’s a few pictures from the day.

Ancient Greek Day in Year 5 – Reminder

Feb 23, 2026

Year 5 Reminder – Ancient Greek Day, Monday 2nd March Just a quick reminder that it’s Ancient Greek Day for pupils in Year 5 on Monday 2nd March. Children are encouraged to come dressed up for the occasion. There’s no need to buy anything new — an old white sheet...

Year 3’s Roman Day Reminder – Thursday 15th January

Jan 6, 2026

Reminder for Year 3 parents that next Thursday (15th January), Year 3 will be having our Roman Day! Children are invited to dress up for the day, although this is not compulsory. We will be visited by ‘Up An’ At ‘Em! History’ for an immersive day of Roman history,...