This History video introduces teachers to the key facts and context behind the evacuation of children during the Second World War. It explains who was evacuated, when and why, and explores the emotional and social impact of leaving home for the countryside. The video outlines how British civilians were affected by the threat of bombing, how evacuation was organised by the government, and what children experienced in their new rural homes. It uses real examples to show the wide range of experiences – both positive and negative – felt by evacuees and host families.

This video is part of Kapow Primary’s History scheme of work – War. It supports teachers in delivering lessons on life in Britain during World War II. It helps teachers feel confident in explaining the purpose, challenges, and legacy of wartime evacuation, offering historical context, first-hand accounts and classroom strategies. Teachers are encouraged to support children in developing empathy, critical thinking, and historical enquiry through discussion of real-life experiences and evidence from the time.

History, Upper key stage 2, Year 6, *Updated* What was the impact of World War 2 on the people of Britain? Lesson 4: What was evacuation like?