Geography

What is Geography about?

Geography aims to stimulate an interest in and a sense of wonder about places, and make sense of a complex and dynamically changing world. It explains where places are, how places and landscapes are formed, how people and their environment interact, and how a diverse range of economies, societies and environments are interconnected. It builds on your own experiences to investigate places at all scales, from the personal to the global whilst also developing an appreciation of sustainable development, ICT and areas of citizenship. In Year 7 you may learn map skills, weather and climate and about settlements. In Year 8 you could learn about weathering, rivers, populations and environmental concerns.

How are Geography lessons organised?

In Years 7 and 8 there are three lessons of geography taught in form classes. There are four main geography teachers –Mrs Wickens, Miss Alimundo, Mr Munday and Mr Moffat.

How is my understanding tested?

Your work is assessed using a range of techniques, including: Teacher marked, self marked, Peer assessed, Project work, Tests, End of year exams.

Equipment needed

As well as the usual pencil case equipment it is recommended that you have coloured pencils, scissors and glue. “I love the topics we covered and the teachers make it so much fun!”

“Geography has surprised me this year. I thought it was just about countries, but I now understand contours, tsunamis and earthquakes, and I can properly use a map!”