Geography
HFJS Geography (Years 3–6)
Geography at our school is designed to develop pupils’ secure locational knowledge, understanding of human and physical geography, and a strong grasp of geographical skills. The curriculum is carefully sequenced to ensure knowledge builds progressively from Year 3 to Year 6 and prepares pupils well for Key Stage 3.
Curriculum Intent
Our geography curriculum aims to ensure that all pupils:
- Develop a secure understanding of the UK, Europe and the wider world
- Know and use key geographical vocabulary accurately
- Understand how physical and human processes shape places and environments
- Can apply map, atlas, globe and digital mapping skills
- Use fieldwork and enquiry to observe, measure, record and analyse geographical features
Curriculum Overview and Progression
Throughout Key Stage 2, pupils progressively develop:
- UK geography, local area studies, physical features and introductory map skills
- European geography, rivers, land use and developing compass and grid reference skills
- Global geography including the Americas, climate zones, biomes and tectonic processes
- Complex geographical concepts such as sustainability, population, migration and global interdependence, with increasing independence in enquiry
Skills and Knowledge Development
Throughout Key Stage 2, pupils progressively develop:
- Locational and place knowledge
- Fieldwork and enquiry skills
- Map skills including four- and six-figure grid references
- The ability to analyse patterns, make comparisons and draw conclusions
Enrichment and Application
Geography learning is strengthened through local fieldwork, cross-curricular links and the use of a range of high-quality resources. Pupils are encouraged to think critically about the world and their role within it.
Our geography curriculum ensures pupils leave Year 6 with the knowledge, skills and understanding required to succeed in the next stage of their education.
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