School Prospectus - Smithdon High School, Hunstanton, Norfolk
School Prospectus - Smithdon High School, Hunstanton, Norfolk School Prospectus - Smithdon High School, Hunstanton, Norfolk
History Geography History fires pupils’ imagination, inspiring them with the dilemmas, choices and beliefs of people in the past. It helps pupils develop their own identities through an understanding of history at personal, local, national and international levels. It helps them to ask and answer questions of the present by engaging with the past. They develop a chronological overview that enables them to make connections across different periods and societies. They investigate Britain’s relationships with the wider world, and relate past events to the present day. As they develop their understanding of the nature of historical study, pupils ask and answer important questions, evaluate evidence, identify and analyse different interpretations of the past, and learn to substantiate any arguments and judgements they make. History prepares pupils for the future, equipping them with vital knowledge and skills, enhancing employability and developing an ability to take part in a democratic society. We strongly believe that students at Smithdon High School are enthused by their study of history and that a love of the subject becomes a feature of their lifelong learning. 4 Geography stimulates interest and a sense of wonder, helping young people to make sense of a complex and dynamically changing world. This subject explains where places are, how landscapes are formed, how people and their environment interact and how a diverse range of economies, societies and environments are interconnected. Pupils build on their own experiences to investigate locations on all scales, from the personal to the global. Geographical enquiry encourages questioning, investigation and critical thinking relating to issues affecting the world and people’s lives, both now and in the future. Fieldwork is an essential element of geography studies and at Smithdon we are fortunate to have such interesting coastline right on our doorstep to enhance our students’ education and understanding of the subject. Pupils learn to think spatially and use maps, visual images and new technologies including geographical information systems (GIS) to obtain, present and analyse information. Geography inspires pupils to become global citizens by exploring their own part of the world, as well as their values and responsibilities in relation to other people, the environment and the sustainability of the planet. “The field trips are really good fun.” - Year 11 student
ICT Information Communication Technology plays an ever increasing role in today’s society, from the mobile phone to presentations given by companies in the form of advertisements and government policies. With the understanding acquired in ICT, students are aware of the unseen pressures used and learn how to apply persuasive techniques to help them compete in the world of business and commerce. Alongside these skills students develop others, including the use of spreadsheet and database in accommodation that creates a businesslike environment and inspires students to achieve to their highest potential. The school has developed an ICT network throughout the school which is unparalleled in terms of pupil access. This technology has had a profound and growing impact on pupils’ success in this subject. In addition ICT lies at the centre of pupils’ learning across the curriculum providing opportunities to transfer ICT skills into different areas and further develop computing confidence. “It’s great we get to use the computer rooms in all subjects.” - Year 9 student Design and Technology Design and Technology is based in excellent, purpose-built accommodation with a suite of five classrooms, each allocated to a specialist subject. The department has over forty computers, thirty of which are in a dedicated computer suite. With seven CAM machines and four computer projectors, we can offer a high technology input for students. The computer suite includes a range of subject specific software programmes to suit the needs of students from Year 7 to Year 13, so we are well placed for the future demands of the curriculum. The department has a team of dedicated and creative staff, with excellent technical support, who also offer students clubs and activities both at lunchtime and after school. We currently offer a wide range of GCSE level courses in which students experience success. We are also delighted to offer courses to A level. The enviable facilities and reputation of the department have set a standard which the technology team are determined to enhance still further. 5
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History<br />
Geography<br />
History fires pupils’ imagination, inspiring them with the dilemmas, choices and beliefs of people in the past. It<br />
helps pupils develop their own identities through an understanding of history at personal, local, national and<br />
international levels. It helps them to ask and answer questions of the present by engaging with the past.<br />
They develop a chronological overview that enables them to make connections across different periods and<br />
societies. They investigate Britain’s relationships with the wider world, and relate past events to the present day.<br />
As they develop their understanding of the nature of historical study, pupils ask and answer important questions,<br />
evaluate evidence, identify and analyse different interpretations of the past, and learn to substantiate any<br />
arguments and judgements they make.<br />
History prepares pupils for the future, equipping them with vital knowledge and skills, enhancing employability and<br />
developing an ability to take part in a democratic society. We strongly believe that students at <strong>Smithdon</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong><br />
are enthused by their study of history and that a love of the subject becomes a feature of their lifelong learning.<br />
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Geography stimulates interest and a sense of wonder, helping young people to make sense of a complex and<br />
dynamically changing world. This subject explains where places are, how landscapes are formed, how people and<br />
their environment interact and how a diverse range of economies, societies and environments are interconnected.<br />
Pupils build on their own experiences to investigate locations on all scales, from the personal to the global.<br />
Geographical enquiry encourages questioning, investigation and critical thinking relating to issues affecting the<br />
world and people’s lives, both now and in the future. Fieldwork is an essential element of geography studies and at<br />
<strong>Smithdon</strong> we are fortunate to have such interesting coastline right on our doorstep to enhance our students’<br />
education and understanding of the subject.<br />
Pupils learn to think spatially and use maps, visual images and new technologies including geographical information<br />
systems (GIS) to obtain, present and analyse information.<br />
Geography inspires pupils to become global citizens by exploring their own part of the world, as well as their values<br />
and responsibilities in relation to other people, the environment and the sustainability of the planet.<br />
“The field trips are really good fun.” - Year 11 student
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