Geography
Geography helps children make sense of the world around them – from their local area to distant places across the globe. It encourages curiosity about the Earth’s landscapes, people, environments, and how they all connect.
What do children learn about?
•Local geography and the features of their own area
•The UK and its countries, cities, rivers, and mountains
•Continents, oceans, and countries around the world
•Physical features like weather, climate, volcanoes, earthquakes, and rivers
•Human features such as towns, cities, transport, and land use
•Environmental issues like sustainability, pollution, and climate change
•Maps, globes, and digital tools to explore and understand places
•How people interact with the environment and each other
How is Geography taught?
Geography is often taught through maps, fieldwork, exploration, stories, photographs, atlases, globe work, outdoor learning, and discussion. Children may visit local places, take part in projects, and explore different cultures and environments through first-hand experiences and multimedia.
