The subject leader for Geography in school is Miss Whittaker.
 

Curriculum Overview

Key Learning

The Intention of our Geography Curriculum

At the Cathedral school, we believe in inspiring children to have a curiosity and fascination of the world that will stay with them throughout their lives. We understand that it has never been more important for children to have a comprehensive global understanding of our world and the peoples and cultures that populate it. We intend that through our curriculum, children will develop respect for the physical world and the vast scope of cultures that make up our diverse planet.

The Implementation of our Geography Curriculum

In the Early Years, Geography is taught through a specific subject area called ‘Understanding the World’. This usually involves the children learning through continuous provision with adult interventions.

In both KS1 and KS2, Geography is taught in a discrete lesson once per week. Geography alternates with History throughout the school year. All children have access to Atlases, globes, technology and other resources to assist their learning. Our school curriculum covers the National Curriculum for Geography and has a clear progression of skills and knowledge throughout. Fieldwork is an important focus of our curriculum – each class completes one unit of fieldwork per year.

Visits are also an important part of our Geography curriculum – across the school, children will visit a variety of local places, ensuring they know their local area well, plus some visits further afield to develop their knowledge of the wider area.

The Impact of our Geography Curriculum

At the Cathedral Catholic Primary School, all our children will develop a sense of wonder and interest about our planet. They will be able to investigate and navigate the world using their Geographical knowledge and understanding. They will understand the variety of cultures and places across the world and show respect towards them.

 

 

At the Cathedral Catholic Primary School, we completely take advantage of our fantastic city and the opportunities it offers for our Geography lessons. Our school frequently visits local land marks such as Lancaster Castle and Williamson’s Park. We go further out in the local area, to explore Morecambe Bay and Grange-Over-Sands, using different types of transport such as coach and train. We carefully survey the environment and land use around our school. The historic school grounds themselves are also an excellent source for fieldwork. In class, the children constantly have access to a variety of resources such as globes, maps and atlases. They enjoy creating and following their own maps, using compasses, looking at photos of places and buildings, and learning new vocabulary.

Remember, we are all Geographers! Our daily lives provide us with such rich geographical experiences, information and understanding. You think and act geographically, often without realising it. It comes naturally as you navigate your way around your home and neighbourhood; as you make sense of local and world news; as you respond to the weather forecast, as you decide on a holiday location and how to get there.