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Geography
Geography Intent
Geography is, by nature, an investigative subject, which develops an understanding of concepts, knowledge and skills. We seek to inspire in children a curiosity and fascination about the world and its people which will remain with them for the rest of their lives; to promote the children’s interest and understanding of diverse places, people, resources and natural and human environments, together with a deep understanding of the Earth’s key physical and human processes.
Geography Long Term Planning (including knowledge and skills)
Geography | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | Year 6 |
Autumn | Local Studies – investigating our school and our home | Local studies – investigating our surrounding area (Catterick Garrison) | Local studies – investigating (Darlington) | Local studies – investigating (York) | Local studies – investigating (Newcastle) | World mapping skills linked to Ancient Greece |
Spring | Local studies – investigating Colburn | Local studies – comparisons of surrounding areas (Richmond) | Earthquakes/Tsunamis
| Rainforests – focus on climates and biomes | Fairtrade – investigating where food comes from | Local studies – investigating rivers and the water cycle (Tynemouth) |
Summer | Coastal studies – including the history of sea sides | Investigating a non-European country – Ivory Coast | Volcanoes | Fieldwork: Whitby
| Mountains (Lake District) | Investigating London and creating a travel plan |
Y4 went to Whitby as part of their geography curriculum!
Studying Volcanoes!
Y2 enjoyed their forest school experience, especially the camp fire S'mores!
Forest School experiences promote the holistic development of all involved, fostering resilient, confident, independent and creative learners. Children have the opportunity to take supported risks appropriate to the environment and to themselves
Y4 Rainforest Experience in Colburn!
Geography in EYFS-Understanding the World
Mountain Workshop for Y5- Outdoor learning in the rain!
Knowledge and Understanding of the World-Buildings and Structures
Y6 River Studies
Y2 becoming familiar with compass directions!
The Year 2 children used compasses to describe what was in the North, South, east and West of their chosen locations.
Climate Challenge 2021
Orienteering
Year 3 - Local Area Study in Richmond
Year 3 - Local Area Study in Colburn
