Geographycuriosity and fascination about the world and its people that will remain with them for the rest
of their lives.
Children investigate a range of places – both in Britain and abroad – to help develop their
knowledge and understanding of the Earth’s physical and human processes. We are
committed to providing children with opportunities to investigate and make inquiries about their
local area of Longbenton and Tyne & Wear so that they can develop a real sense of who they
are, their heritage and what makes our local area unique and special. We are also developing the children’s ability to apply geographical skills to enable them to confidently communicate their findings and geographical understanding to a range of audiences.
Through high quality teaching, we develop the following essential characteristics of
geographers:
- An excellent knowledge of where places are and what they are like, both in Britain and the wider world;
- An comprehensive understanding of the ways in which places are interdependent and interconnected;
- An extensive base of geographical knowledge and vocabulary;
- Fluency in complex, geographical inquiry and the ability to apply questioning skills, as well as effective presentation techniques;
- The ability to reach clear conclusions and explain their findings;
- Excellent fieldwork skills as well as other geographical aptitudes and techniques;
- The ability to express well-balanced opinions, rooted in very good knowledge and understanding about current issues in society and the environment;
- A genuine interest in the subject and a real sense of curiosity about the world and the people who live here.
- To fortify each child with the knowledge, skills, techniques and rigour to succeed and make progress throughout school.
Geography documentation
Geography Long Term Plan of Coverage and Progression
Whole school Geography thematic overview
Geography Knowledge Organisers
