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History

History offers us stories that are so weird and unexpected that they would not be believed if they appeared in a novel or a film. For its entertainment value alone, therefore, history is a richly rewarding and engrossing subject. However, the main point in studying it is to help us understand ourselves by coming to terms with the past. Essentially, History allows us to test the truth of what we are told about the world. It educates our judgement and gives us a better defence against charlatans of all kinds. Most people want to understand the world a little better and to have a better grasp of the great issues of the day. If we are not to rely on myth, hearsay or received wisdoms of dubious value, we need to be able to bring a critical judgement to bear.

At Leweston, we give girls the opportunity to learn about a diverse range of key historical turning points and help them to acquire the intellectual tools with which to understand them. This is not just a means to gain qualifications, but also a vital life skill. To this end a very broad educational experience is offered that brings together aspects of a range of different disciplines and which will better enable girls to face the challenges of the real world.