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King Harold in the Bayeux Tapestry *
 
 
 
All boys study History in years 7, 8 and 9. Each boy has two timetabled history periods and one homework (lasting 30 minutes) a week in years 7 and 8 and three periods and one 35 minute homework in year 9.
 
 
 

* Hitler Youth Poster
 
 
 
Many boys opt to continue their study of History for GCSE in years 10 and 11. They will then have four periods a week and a homework lasting 45-55 minutes a week.
 

Napoleon *
 
 
 
Boys studying History in the Sixth Form have eight timetabled periods a week shared between two teachers. Homework and preparation are set as required. At AS Level all History work is expected to take 4-5 hours per week. At A2 Level it is expected to take 6-7 hours per week.