At The Herewoode Academy, we understand that students will be joining us with wide-ranging experiences of History and historical knowledge from primary school. Our goal for our Year 7 students is to learn basic historical skills and key knowledge about our city. Understanding key themes in History will act as a foundation as students continue their learning journey in History.
| Term | Topic | Key Content |
| Autumn | The story of Leicester
The Norman Conquest | - Baseline test on Historical Skills
- The History of Leicester from the Romans, through to the English Civil War, WW1 and the creation of New Parks
- The Succession Crisis and Battles of 1066.
- How does William change England and keep control until his death?
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| Spring | Religion and Monarchy
Democracy and Monarchy | - How and why did Henry VIII break with the Catholic Church?
- How did this affect England through the reigns of his children?
- Magna Carta and Peasants’ Revolt.
- How did the English Civil War impact the power of the Monarchy?
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| Summer | The Industrial Revolution | - What was Britain like before the Industrial Revolution, and how did it change?
- What was it like living and working in Industrial Cities, and how did this impact public health?
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Year 7 Knowledge
