--- title: "Year 6 History- Causes of the First World War" url: "https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/news/2026-09-07-year-6-history-causes-of-the-first-world-war" school: "Burtonwood Community Primary School" --- # Year 6 History- Causes of the First World War ![Image of Year 6 History- Causes of the First World War](https://files.schudio.com/burtonwood-community-primary-school/images/news/IMG_0301.JPG) 7 September 2026 ## Year 6 History - Understanding the Causes of the First World War Year 6 have been developing their historical understanding by investigating the causes and consequences of the events leading up to the First World War. Working collaboratively, the children explored a range of key historical events, discussing not only what happened, but also how and why these events took place. They considered the important links between events and explored how one decision or event could contribute to another, helping them to develop a deeper understanding of cause and consequence. The children then put their knowledge into practice by working together to create a timeline of the events leading up to the outbreak of war. They used their discussions and historical knowledge to carefully place events in chronological order, making connections between them along the way. It was fantastic to see the children sharing ideas, challenging each other’s thinking and explaining their reasoning. Their collaborative approach allowed them to learn from one another while building a clearer picture of the complex chain of events that ultimately led to the First World War. Well done, Year 6, for your thoughtful discussions, teamwork and enthusiasm for history. --- ### Year 6 History - Understanding the First World War [![](https://files.schudio.com/burtonwood-community-primary-school/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/year-6-history-understanding-the-first-world-war/IMG_0299.JPG)](https://files.schudio.com/burtonwood-community-primary-school/images/gallery/year-6-history-understanding-the-first-world-war/IMG_0299.JPG) [![](https://files.schudio.com/burtonwood-community-primary-school/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/year-6-history-understanding-the-first-world-war/IMG_0300.JPG)](https://files.schudio.com/burtonwood-community-primary-school/images/gallery/year-6-history-understanding-the-first-world-war/IMG_0300.JPG) [![](https://files.schudio.com/burtonwood-community-primary-school/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/year-6-history-understanding-the-first-world-war/IMG_0302.JPG)](https://files.schudio.com/burtonwood-community-primary-school/images/gallery/year-6-history-understanding-the-first-world-war/IMG_0302.JPG) [![](https://files.schudio.com/burtonwood-community-primary-school/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/year-6-history-understanding-the-first-world-war/IMG_0303.JPG)](https://files.schudio.com/burtonwood-community-primary-school/images/gallery/year-6-history-understanding-the-first-world-war/IMG_0303.JPG) [![](https://files.schudio.com/burtonwood-community-primary-school/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/year-6-history-understanding-the-first-world-war/IMG_0305.JPG)](https://files.schudio.com/burtonwood-community-primary-school/images/gallery/year-6-history-understanding-the-first-world-war/IMG_0305.JPG) [![](https://files.schudio.com/burtonwood-community-primary-school/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/year-6-history-understanding-the-first-world-war/IMG_0306.JPG)](https://files.schudio.com/burtonwood-community-primary-school/images/gallery/year-6-history-understanding-the-first-world-war/IMG_0306.JPG) [![](https://files.schudio.com/burtonwood-community-primary-school/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/year-6-history-understanding-the-first-world-war/IMG_0307.JPG)](https://files.schudio.com/burtonwood-community-primary-school/images/gallery/year-6-history-understanding-the-first-world-war/IMG_0307.JPG) [![](https://files.schudio.com/burtonwood-community-primary-school/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/year-6-history-understanding-the-first-world-war/IMG_0308.JPG)](https://files.schudio.com/burtonwood-community-primary-school/images/gallery/year-6-history-understanding-the-first-world-war/IMG_0308.JPG) [ Celebrating the Children of Burtonwood Community Primary School - September 2026](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/news/2026-09-01-celebrating-the-children-of-burtonwood-community-primary-school-september-2026) [Year 5 PE: Netball and Cognitive Co-ordination ](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/news/2026-09-09-year-5-pe-netball-and-cognitive-co-ordination) ### Our School - [Welcome from our Headteacher](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/our-school/welcome-from-our-headteacher) - [About our School](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/our-school/about-our-school) - [Our News](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/news) - [Values, Vision and Mission Statement](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/our-school/values-vision-missionstatement) - [Open Events](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/our-school/open-events) - [Virtual Tour](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/our-school/virtual-tour) - [Our Staff](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/our-school/staff) - [Admissions](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/our-school/admissions) - [Governance](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/our-school/governors) - [School Prospectus](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/our-school/school-prospectus) - [Policies and Reports](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/our-school/policies) - [School Performance Data](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/our-school/school-performance-data) - [Ofsted and Academic Results](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/our-school/Ofsted-and-Academic-Results) - [The Equality Act](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/student-support/the-equality-act) - [Work for Us](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/our-school/work-for-us1) - [Omega MAT](https://omegamat.co.uk/) - [Contact Us](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/contact) ![Burtonwood Community Primary School](https://files.schudio.com/burtonwood-community-primary-school/images/logo/Omega_Part_of_Logo_White_Mono.png) **Burtonwood Community Primary School** Green Lane Burtonwood Warrington WA5 4AQ Tel: 01925 224072 Email: ## Follow Us - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090550038773&locale=en_GB) - [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/omega-multi-academy-trust) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/burtonwoodcps) ## Translation © Copyright 2020–2026 Burtonwood Community Primary School School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://burtonwoodcp.co.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/) Update cookies preferences