Geography

To help children understand how vital and relevant geography is in the world today , our geography curriculum has close links with History and Science so that children revisit prior learning, establish links and make sense of the world around them.

Our geography has carefully thought out  ‘mini’ units, linked  to the children’s  history topics. This helps the  children to understand how human and physical processes influence the development of civilisations.   The carefully designed units offer engaging, knowledge-rich lessons designed to inspire and develop a fascination about the world we live in which enables leaning to be remembered for the long term.

These ‘mini’ units progressively build children’s locational knowledge of the UK, Europe, Africa and North and South America. They develop an understanding of climate, time zones, oceans and latitude and longitude, whilst also incorporating the human and physical geography of these regions. Our ‘main’ units (deserts, rainforests, mountains, volcanoes and earthquakes and rivers) equip the children to talk about diverse places, people, resources and natural and human environments, together with a deep understanding of the Earth’s key physical and human processes.

Throughout their time at Holy Trinity, our pupils embark on exciting geography adventures that extend beyond the classroom. In Year 4, they engage in courageous advocacy, collaborating with organizations like the Eden Project and WWF to champion wildlife conservation. Year 5 delves into the local environment with a captivating geography, history, and science day in Beddington Park, fostering a deeper connection to their surroundings. Finally, Year 6 explores the intricacies of urban infrastructure and transportation with a visit from Transport for London, gaining valuable insights into the complexities of a major city. Year 6 also deepens their understanding of the water cycle and the water purification process with our trip to Bough Beech Reservoir. These enriching experiences inspire curiosity, promote environmental awareness, and empower our pupils to become responsible global citizens.