Humanities Department
The humanities are traditional subjects which are held in high regard as academic disciplines and are therefore looked upon very favourably by both employers and universities.
The humanities department offers GCSEs in Geography, History and Religious Studies. These subjects develop our knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and its consequences for others and the world we live in. They teach us to appreciate different cultures and beliefs and to understand the world around us. In addition all pupils engage in the content of the short course GCSE in Religious Studies in which pupils will consider the beliefs and practises of two religions, investigate ethical and philosophical issues and gain knowledge and understanding to make their own informed decisions.
The Humanities department offers a range of humanities and social science subjects at GCE A Level. The A Level subjects taught in the department are traditional subjects which are held in high regard as academic disciplines and are, therefore, looked upon very favourably by both employers and universities. All Humanities subjects focus on human behaviour and experience and through studying them you will gain knowledge and understanding of different cultures and beliefs and a better understanding of current world issues. They also develop essential study skills, such as critical and creative thinking, debating and evaluating.
Humanities Intent
In the Humanities faculty we provide a knowledge rich and rigorous academic curriculum underpinned by high expectations which empowers students with an understanding of their sense of place in the world as global citizens. Led by curiosity, students will be a part of a generation ready to make positive change through their critical analysis of global, complex and contemporary issues, processes of change, the journey of humanity and their responsibility for the future of society. Students will develop a deep and rich understanding of identity, diversity and their sense of self enabling them to evaluate and debate challenging enquiries and engage in enrichment opportunities across the breadth of Humanities subjects.
The Team
| Sean Houghton |
Director of Humanities |
|
Tom Sycamore-Howe |
Second in Humanities |
| Adam Marriott |
Director of Religious Studies & PSHE |
| Natalie Polley |
Head of History |
| Lewis Holdcroft |
Head of Social Science |
| Eloise Scarth |
Head of Geography |
| Matt Reay |
Teacher of Humanities |
| Adelle Northern |
Teacher of History Assistant Principal |
| Harry James |
Lead of Religion, Philosophy and Ethics |
| Ana Fita |
Teacher of Social Science |
| Rebecca Tailby |
Teacher of Social Science |
| Amrit Kaur |
Teacher of Humanities |