history

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The History Department in De La Salle High School is responsible for the delivery of the History programmes of study to all pupils in KS3. We hope to develop pupil’s knowledge and understanding of the past and its impact on their lives today.   We also aim to develop pupils’ life skills in areas such as communication and critical thinking, helping pupils to become independent learners. Pupil’s knowledge and understanding of KS3 History is enhanced by trips to the Somme Centre, Carrickfergus Castle and local historical sites.  History can open a wide range of opportunities for further and higher education as well as interesting and rewarding careers. Through following this subject, students will have the chance to develop skills that are transferrable and are highly sought after by employers  GCSE History has always been an extremely popular choice for De La Salle pupils and currently, there are over 30 Year 11 and Year 12 students completing this course.    Last year in 2018, 50% of the students sitting the exam achieved A*-C grades. In this respect the department can be seen to make a significant contribution to the academic aims of the School.