At Park Academy, our Humanities curriculum is brought to life through the Mantle of the Expert approach, which places pupils at the centre of their learning and encourages them to think, collaborate and problem-solve as experts.

This immersive and engaging approach allows children to step into meaningful roles, working together to tackle real-world challenges and enquiries linked to their topic. Whether they are historians, explorers, archaeologists, environmental scientists or community planners, pupils are encouraged to ask questions, share ideas and take ownership of their learning.

Collaboration sits at the heart of every Mantle. Pupils work as a united team, listening to one another's perspectives, building on each other's ideas and finding creative solutions to problems. Through these experiences, children develop not only their knowledge and understanding of the world, but also important life skills such as communication, teamwork, resilience and critical thinking.

The excitement begins with a carefully planned Mantle Hook: a memorable experience designed to spark curiosity, generate questions and immerse pupils in their new area of learning. These engaging introductions help to ignite imaginations and inspire children to explore their topics with enthusiasm and purpose.

It has been wonderful to see the level of engagement, discussion and creativity already emerging across the school as pupils embrace their new roles and responsibilities. The sense of curiosity and collaboration evident in classrooms demonstrates the power of learning through meaningful, shared experiences.

Take a look below and on the next page to see the fantastic Mantle Hooks that have launched our current Humanities topics and inspired our pupils to begin their learning adventures. We hope you enjoy seeing the exciting experiences that are helping to bring learning to life at Park Academy.