History teaches students to be analytical, to make evidence-based judgements and to communicate effectively.
We use a wide range of teaching and learning methods, including discussion, debate, role play, extended writing tasks, source analysis and thinking skills. Students also use iPad technology, historical books, text books and DVDs to enhance learning.
History is compulsory for Years 7 to 9 and can be taken as a GCSE option in Year 10.
Find out more about the AQA GCSE in History.
Enrichment and extra-curricular
We take our students to many sites of historical relevance including Warwick Castle, Glastonbury Abbey and the Houses of Parliament and to museums including the M Shed and the Living Museum in Dudley to enhance what they learn in the classroom. There are also opportunities to visit the French battlefields and the historic city of Berlin.
During term time we also run a weekly History Film Club during the lunch hour.