The Victorians is a much-loved unit of work in many schools and some teachers were disappointed to see it had been removed but there are still ways to continue to teach it under the 2014 National Curriculum. In many localities there will be a huge variety of Victorian buildings - including the school itself - so this is an excellent justification for incorporating Victorians into your Local Study.

The Victorian era was also a period of immense changes - in industry, society, technology and the world beyond Britain so it also fits well with the requirement for an extended study beyond 1066. This feature will help you to revise and revamp your planning for this interesting and thought-provoking period of history...