Intent 

Our Geography curriculum is designed to ensure that all pupils: 

• Develop secure locational and place knowledge 
• Understand key human and physical geographical processes 
• Build strong geographical vocabulary 
• Use maps, atlases, globes and fieldwork skills confidently 
• Make sense of global issues such as sustainability and climate change 

We want pupils to leave our school with both knowledge of the world and care for it. 

Implementation – How Geography Is Taught 

Geography is taught through: 

• Carefully sequenced units that build knowledge progressively from EYFS to KS2 
• Knowledge‑rich lessons supported by discussion, images, maps and real‑world examples 
• Opportunities to compare places, environments and experiences 
• Fieldwork and outdoor learning where possible 
• Cross‑curricular links with science, English, maths and Eco education 

Lessons encourage children to ask questions, think critically and make connections between local, national and global contexts. 

Skills and Knowledge in Geography 

Across the school, pupils develop key geographical skills, including: 

• Reading and creating maps 
• Interpreting aerial images and data 
• Using compass points and grid references 
• Observing, recording and analysing information 
• Describing similarities and differences between places 

These skills are practised regularly and revisited to ensure confidence and fluency. 

Geography Beyond the Classroom 

Learning in geography is enriched through: 

• Outdoor learning and fieldwork 
• Eco projects and sustainability initiatives 
• Whole‑school theme days and workshops 
• Links to current events and global issues 

These opportunities help pupils see Geography as a living, relevant subject rather than something confined to textbooks. 

Impact – What Geography Gives Our Pupils 

As a result of our Geography curriculum, pupils: 

• Speak confidently using geographical vocabulary 
• Demonstrate curiosity about the world 
• Understand how people and environments interact 
• Show growing awareness of environmental responsibility 
• Make links between learning and real life 

Pupils are well prepared for the next stage of their education and for life in an increasingly interconnected world.