History
We aim to provide students with a perspective on the present through studying the past.
History at City
History provides a unique opportunity to understand the motivations of individuals, and how this has influenced the world in which we live.
Why study History at City?
There has rarely been a more important time to understand the complex background to the issues driving our world. We aim to foster a passion for, and understanding of, the past. Our topics are wide-ranging which reflects the enormous diversity the subject offers. Our lessons are stimulating and interactive, with a focus on using evidence to promote discussion and debate.
We encourage students to select, organise, analyse and evaluate various sources of evidence, and thereby to construct effective arguments which encompass an awareness of different interpretations. The subject provides opportunities for a wide range of trips, both domestic and international, in order to support and enrich the curriculum.
Our Staff
Curriculum
"History in the sixth form is more exciting than ever. The scope of your knowledge will increase by leaps and bounds over the two years. Class discussions become more in depth and homework doesn't feel like such a chore when you're engaged in what you're studying."
Beyond the curriculum
There is at least one trip for each year group in years 7 - 9. Our central location often enables us to take the girls out for afternoon visits which are less disruptive to the curriculum. KS3 trips each year are typically organised to the Museum of London, the Tower of London, The Docklands Museum of London, the National Army Museum, the Imperial War Museum and the Black Country Living Museum. We also run a number of overseas trips to the Battlefields of Belgium and northern France, and Berlin for year 10-11. In the past we have visited Moscow and St Petersburg; Washington and New York; Budapest, Vienna and Prague; and Istanbul.
About us
City of London School for Girls is an independent day school situated in the heart of the Barbican. Academic yet unstuffy, modern yet acutely aware of its history, diverse yet with a strong sense of identity, our school defies easy categorisation.
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Admissions
City of London School for Girls is a unique learning environment, and we are delighted that you are considering joining us. We aim to make the admissions process as seamless and transparent as possible.
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12/10/2021
Thank you to @DavidBodanis for a fascinating discussion last night on whether you can succeed without being a terrible person! Thanks to all of those who attended and asked such great questions.
We look forward to announcing our next City@6 guest speaker very soon!
