LOCAL HISTORY HUB FOR LOCAL EDUCATION AUTHORITIES

Local History Hub is a growing, teacher-led initiative with national ambition. We’re building a network of local, school-led Hubs that connect educators, heritage partners, and communities to explore and celebrate the history of the places they live.

As a start-up in its pilot phase, we’re already working across several local authority areas—and we’re committed to developing strong, flexible partnerships with councils across the UK.

We believe local authorities have a vital role to play in supporting place-based education, building civic pride, and helping schools connect with the rich heritage on their doorstep.

Why Work With Us?

Local History Hub offers a practical, scalable model for bringing local history into classrooms and communities.

By working with us, local authorities can:

  • Support cultural capital and curriculum enrichment in primary education

  • Strengthen connections between schools and local museums, archives, and historical sites

  • Promote civic identity and community cohesion through shared history

  • Contribute to broader outcomes in education, heritage, and community engagement

Our Hubs are run by teachers who understand the needs of their pupils and communities. We work in partnership, not as a top-down provider, but as a network that responds to local context, priorities, and opportunities.

For more information about how the partnership works, what we offer, and how to get involved, download our Local Authority Welcome Pack below:

Download the Welcome Pack (PDF)

This pack includes a detailed overview of our approach, partnership structure, and the simple steps to setting up a Hub in your area.

A Collaborative Approach

We welcome interest from:

  • Local education teams supporting curriculum innovation and school improvement

  • Heritage and culture departments aiming to widen engagement

  • Community teams focused on outreach, participation, and local pride

Whether you're ready to co-develop a new Hub, share existing opportunities with schools, or explore how our model could work in your area—we’d love to hear from you.

Contact us at enquiries@localhistoryhub.org.uk

Together, we can build a stronger connection between schools, communities, and the history that shapes them.