Geography
Intent
Our Geography curriculum sparks curiosity about the world, teaching children about diverse places, people, and environments, and fostering an understanding of Earth's physical and human processes, helping them make sense of their surroundings and their role as informed global citizens. Using a question-led, research-based approach, children explore the physical and human features of different locations, comparing similarities and differences across countries and cultures.
Our curriculum enriches pupils’ understanding of both the local and wider community, as well as deepening their knowledge of significant historical events. By linking learning to other subjects, such as English, Science, Numeracy, ICT and Art, we provide a rich, interconnected humanities experience.
Through in-depth studies, pupils broaden their cultural understanding and develop key skills such as research, presentation, collaboration, analysis and clear communication.
Implementation
Implementing primary geography involves teaching 3 key concepts:
1. Human and Physical features
2. Geographical knowledge
3. Geographical Enquiry
Skills such as observation, analysis and comparison are woven throughout lessons and assessment through case studies and fieldwork all while building locational knowledge and fostering curiosity about the world and its people. Geography and History units alternate every half-term to meet the breadth of the National Curriculum while allowing skills to be developed over time. Medium-term planning outlines clear objectives, enabling teachers to create engaging, skills-based weekly lessons. Pupils investigate new cultures, reflect on similarities and differences, and develop independence in their work.
Impact
Teaching geography builds crucial knowledge about the world, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and empathy for diverse places and cultures, while also developing essential skills like map reading, data analysis, and problem-solving. Our aim is to shape children into informed, responsible global citizens aware of environmental issues like climate change and sustainability. Pupils leave RHS with the curiosity, cultural awareness and skills to engage meaningfully with the world.