Geography Curriculum

Geography Curriculum

‘What is our knowledge worth if we know nothing about the world that sustains us, nothing about natural systems and climate, nothing about countries and cultures?’

Jonathon Porritt, Forum of the Future

At North Ealing Primary School (NEPS), geography is a vital part of our curriculum, enabling pupils to understand the world they live in and their role within it. In our diverse school community, we recognise the importance of developing pupils’ awareness of different cultures, environments and global issues, fostering respect, curiosity and a sense of responsibility as global citizens.

In the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), learning follows the Development Matters guidance, supporting children to develop an early understanding of the world through the areas of Past and Present, People, Culture and Communities and The Natural World. Children begin to explore their environment, make sense of their surroundings and develop curiosity about the world around them.

In Key Stages 1 and 2, our geography curriculum builds on these foundations, developing pupils’ knowledge and understanding of the world and their place within it. We aim to inspire a lifelong curiosity and fascination about the world and its people, while promoting respect for diverse places, cultures and environments. Pupils develop an understanding of both physical and human geography, as well as the importance of environmental sustainability.

Our curriculum is carefully sequenced to ensure that knowledge and skills are progressive and transferable. At the start of each topic, pupils reflect on prior learning, share what they already know and generate questions to guide their enquiry. Cross-curricular links are planned for and our local area is used extensively to provide meaningful, real-life learning experiences that support deeper understanding and “sticky” knowledge.

Geographical learning is underpinned by our Curriculum Principles, enabling pupils to make connections across subjects and over time. Outcomes are assessed through pupils’ ability to ask perceptive questions, think critically and apply key geographical skills, alongside the work recorded work in books.

Through this approach, we equip pupils with the knowledge, skills and awareness they need to understand the world and become responsible, informed and environmentally conscious global citizens.

Unicef Rights – Article 29

Education must develop every child’s personality, talents and abilities to the full. It must encourage the child’s respect for human rights, as well as respect for their parents, their own and other cultures, and the environment.

By the end of Year 6 we want pupils to

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Geography Overview for NEPS teachers and parents

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