Vision for History at Ryton-on-Dunsmore

History is fundamental to our curriculum vision for Ryton-on-Dunsmore. If children are to become reflective, critical thinkers, equipped to make their own mark as independent citizens of the world, they need to appreciate what has come before them. Historical enquiry offers a particularly exciting and illuminating window on the world that demands precise and coherent communication of ideas: effective historians imagine and construct other experiences, understanding and appreciating difference; they are creative, resourceful and analytical in identifying and evaluating evidence that is often incomplete; they apply their knowledge and understanding to build informed arguments that can be supported by witness testimony in all its rich and varied forms. History offers a unique context in which to identify connections in human existence: it rewards curiosity and resilience with discovery and understanding that promotes personal growth, confidence, and empowerment.