History
History in the Prep School is ‘hands-on.’ Our aim is to provide a curriculum that promotes experience as well as tuition; enquiry as well as questions and an enthusiasm for the subject.
Independent thinking
Inspirational experiences, such as the annual trip to Rome, bring the subject to life; enquiries and projects, using a range of sources, promote independent thinking and learning.
Bringing history to life
Visits and workshops form an important part of the curriculum and range from:
- a trip back in time to the 17th century Gladstone’s Land
- participation in a Victorian Classroom at the Scotland Street Museum
- travelling on a variety of Victorian transport at the Transport Museum
- a Roman feast and a visit to the wonders of Rome
- on location at the siege of Stirling Castle and the Battle of Bannockburn
- learning about the Stuarts at Holyrood Palace and experiencing the plague at Mary King’s Close.
Analytical skills
Children’s knowledge, understanding and skills are constantly assessed, progressing to more formal examinations in T, First and Second form. The syllabus has been designed in collaboration with the College and by Second Form, the pupils are expected to analyse a variety of sources and, in preparation for entry into the College, more emphasis is placed on essay writing.
