The humanities curriculum at SMBS aims to:

• To spark curiosity and inspire thoughtful questioning about global issues, encouraging creative thinking and independent enquiry.
• To develop knowledge and understanding of the past and its consequences on the present, enabling pupils to make informed connections and apply learning as a key life skill.
• To build knowledge of British and world geography, understanding how physical and human geographical features change over time and how these changes affect people’s lives.
• To develop critical thinking and creativity through the exploration, analysis, and evaluation of global events and issues.
• To develop strong oracy and communication skills, enabling pupils to articulate ideas clearly, express opinions confidently, and challenge others assertively, respectfully, and sensitively.
• To develop independence in collecting, analysing, and interpreting data relating to past events, fostering problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• To develop practical geographical skills, including map and compass reading, supporting independence, resilience, and real-world life skills.