Geography

​Our high-quality geography education inspires our pupils to have a curiosity and fascination about the world and its people that will remain with them for the rest of their lives. Our teaching equips pupils with knowledge about diverse places, people, resources and natural and human environments, together with a deep understanding of the Earth’s key physical and human processes. As pupils progress, their growing knowledge about the world helps them to deepen their understanding of the interaction between physical and human processes, and of the formation and use of landscapes and environments. Geographical knowledge, understanding and skills provide the frameworks and approaches that explain how the Earth’s features at different scales are shaped, interconnected and change over time.

Please click on the links below to access information about the year group topics.

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Autumn 1

Autumn 2

Spring 1

Spring 2

Summer 1

Summer 2

EYFS

Map reading - ​Life in other countries - ​Different environments - ​The world around me

Year 1

Seasons, weather and climates

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Countries of The  UK

Improving the local area

Year 2

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Continents & oceans

Developing map skills​

Tocuaro, Mexico

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Year 3

Rainforests

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Powerful
​planet

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UK geographical features

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Year 4

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Early UK settlements

The journey the Nile takes

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Comparing mountains

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Year 5

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Secrets of
​the sea

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The
​Americas

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The Water
​Cycle

Year 6

Local map
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World & UK changes over time

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Local/global trading

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Intent
Through our teaching of geography, we intend to ensure that:
 
Teaching will engender excitement, curiosity and enthusiasm for life-long learning about geography and the world.

1. Pupils are enthusiastic about their learning in geography
2. Pupils are able to ask questions and are keen to know more about geography
3. Pupils have a strong basis of geographical knowledge related to the geography topics studied

Pupils are well-equipped with the skills and the knowledge needed to explore and appreciate the world around them and have a greater understanding of their planet

1. Pupils can think, communicate and approach tasks in the manner of a geographer
2. KS2 pupils see that geography is a dynamic subject where thinking and viewpoints change
3. Pupils are well prepared for studying geography at secondary school

We encourage stewardship of their surroundings and shape curious and considerate global citizens who appreciate and respect their wonderful world.

1. Pupils understand some environmental threats at a local, regional and global level
2. Pupils understand the importance of change in order to secure a sustainable future
3. Pupils develop knowledge of other cultures and, in doing so, learn respect and gain understanding of what it means to be a positive citizen in a multi-cultural country
4. Pupils develop confidence and strong interpersonal skills through their participation in geography lessons

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​Provide pupils with an array of enriching opportunities, including opportunities for outdoor learning and fieldwork.

1. Pupils develop their geographical enquiry skills. They use fieldwork to draw together locational knowledge and that of human and physical processes, and appreciate the interplay between them.
2. Pupils can successfully gather, record and interpret fieldwork data

Pupils will develop an in-depth knowledge of our Burbage community and locality, resulting in a strong sense of place and belonging.

1. The curriculum and teachers’ plans build pupils’ knowledge of place by linking to places pupils already know or are familiar with.
2. Geography teaching supports the development of a sense of community spirit and pride in their local area.

 
 
 
Through Geography we can also:

• Improve pupils' skills in other curriculum subjects
• Develop pupils' thinking skills
• Promote pupils' awareness and understanding of gender, cultural, spiritual and moral issues
• Develop pupils as active citizens
• Help pupils understand British values

Implementation
Strategies for the teaching of geography
Elements of geography are delivered to the Foundation Stage children, through the Foundation Stage Curriculum (Knowledge & Understanding of the World) and are incorporated into topics.
In KS1 & KS2 Geography is taught through planning linked to the 2014 National Curriculum. The objectives have been split according to year groups and the units covered by each year group can be found on the school’s subject curriculum maps. Some elements of geography are also taught through cross-curricular topics e.g. English, history, computing, maths and role-play. In the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) the children explore places, people, communities and the world through their work related to ‘Knowledge and Understanding of the World’.
 
A variety of teaching and learning styles in our geography lessons.  Whole-class teaching methods are used. We encourage children to ask as well as answer geographical questions. We offer them the opportunity to use a variety of data, such as maps, statistics, graphs, pictures, and aerial photographs. All pupils are encouraged to reach their full potential through the provision of varied opportunities. We recognise that our curriculum planning must allow pupils to gain a progressively deeper understanding and competency as they move through the school.​

Impact
The impact of the geography curriculum can be seen in the work children produce and through monitoring and evaluation.
 
To monitor and evaluate geography the geography subject leader will:
 

• Review the subject at the end of year through data analysis, auditing planning and noting evidence of geography teaching throughout the school
• Reviews resource provision
• Collects samples of work, assessments and display evidence
• Support teachers via co-planning, CPD, sharing good practice, giving feedback etc
• Discussions with staff
• Interview pupils
  
• Works co-operatively with the SENDCo, where necessary

Entitlement (SEND)
Geography is a foundation subject in the National Curriculum. The fundamental knowledge, skills and understanding of the subject are set out in the National Curriculum.
 
All pupils are entitled to access the geography curriculum at a level appropriate to their needs arising from race, gender, ability or disability. Fieldwork may have to be adapted to individual requirements.

Geography games to play at home