Geography
At the heart of our Geography curriculum is the belief that every student is a geographer and that understanding the world—its people, places, and processes—is a powerful tool for critical thinking, empathy, and responsible global citizenship. Our vision is to create a welcoming, inspiring, and inclusive environment where all learners can thrive through geographical exploration and analytical inquiry.
To achieve this, we will:
- Encourage Personal Engagement
We will provide opportunities for students to connect their own experiences, cultural identities, and values to the study of geography. Through local and global case studies, fieldwork, and discussion, students will reflect on their place in the world and appreciate diverse perspectives on environmental and social issues.
- Foster Critical Thinking and Analysis
Our curriculum emphasises critical thinking, encouraging students to question data, interpretations, and geographical narratives. By working with primary data, maps, GIS, and a range of secondary sources across physical and human geography, students will engage in thoughtful analysis and develop the ability to construct well-supported arguments.
- Support Intellectual Risk-Taking and Inquiry
We believe geographical understanding grows when students are supported to ask challenging questions. Our department will encourage curiosity, debate, and exploration of complex environmental, economic, and cultural issues. By engaging with contested topics and multiple viewpoints, students will learn to evaluate evidence critically and think independently.
- Equip Students with Geographical Knowledge and Skills
By providing comprehensive coverage of physical and human geography, key global themes, and geographical theories—alongside training in data collection, fieldwork techniques, and extended writing—we will equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in Geography GCSE. This balance allows students to understand the world deeply while developing the ability to communicate their insights effectively.
