The study of History is an age-old tradition which has been given great importance in Islam. We aim to instil a love for our religious and cultural heritage through studying the History of Islamic civilizations, as well as the History of other nations and civilisations.
"Have they not travelled through the land and seen what was the end of those before them - though they were superior to them in power."
The Noble Qur’an [30: 09]
The above verse is an encouragement for this learning as it was for great personalities of the past such as Ibn Battuta and the like. The aim and objective of History at Brondesbury is to provide pupils with a clear understanding and knowledge of the past and present and how it affects the world today. Pupils will have the opportunity to look at events that are affecting the world currently. They will be observing the roots of conflicts and change and analysing these issues as well as possible solutions that can help solve the many crises in our world today.
In 2024, 57% of students achieved grades 9-7, with 100% attaining grades 9-5. You can see our school performance figures for 2024 GCSE exams here.
Key Stage 3 History follows the National Curriculum guidelines to ensure that students are well-versed in British History and prepared to embark on GCSE History Year 9 if they so choose.
Pupils will study National curriculum topics for the History of Britain 1750-1900. They study a wide range of topics including:
The course follows the Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9 – 1) in History. The specification covers 4 Examined Units across 3 papers.
GCSE Assesment
The subject is assessed through 3 GCSE examinations taken at the end of year 11. (Please see Edexcel Specification from first teaching 2016 for a breakdown)
The History Department organises trips to enhance curriculum learning. In the past we have visited various places and Museums such as:
Inshallah we aim to improve ourselves as Muslims by following the example of our great past, gaining knowledge about the History of the world and learning from our mistakes, to therefore build a better future for the world in which we live.
