KS3 Battle of Hastings Complete Bundle

This eight lesson unit has been designed to support the Key Stage 3 National Curriculum study of Medieval Britain, focusing on the Norman Conquest and the development of Church, state and society in Britain from 1066–1509.

The lessons are fully differentiated, easy to adapt, and packed with a variety of teaching and learning activities to encourage discussion, enquiry and historical thinking.

They also incorporate recent historical interpretations and source material, including content inspired by the BBC and other educational sources.

Students are introduced to the world before 1066, including Roman Britain, Alfred the Great and Anglo-Saxon England, before investigating the dramatic events surrounding the Norman Conquest. Throughout the enquiry, students examine key historical questions including:

Why was England vulnerable to invasion in 1066?
Who had the strongest claim to the throne?
What were the similarities and differences between the contenders?
Why was the Battle of Stamford Bridge significant?
How did William win the Battle of Hastings?
How important was the feigned retreat and the Anglo-Saxon shield wall?

The lessons encourage students to analyse evidence, make comparisons, explain causes and consequences, assess significance and produce structured written responses and historical arguments.

The unit includes:

L1: Roman Britain
L2: Alfred the Great
L3: Anglo-Saxons Lesson (FREE)
L4: Contenders to the Throne, 1066
L5: Anglo-Saxon and Norman Armies
L6: Battle of Stamford Bridge (FREE)
L7: Battle of Hastings
L8: Why Did William Win the Battle of Hastings?

It also includes a KS3 History Key Word Display Pack

All resources are provided in editable PowerPoint format, allowing teachers to adapt and tailor lessons to suit their classes.

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You may wish to click here for a free curriculum guide to also aid planning your history Key Stage 3 Scheme of Work: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13464327