Geography at Christ Church

Our approach to teaching geography is rooted in our Christian vision that every child is a unique gift from God and shaped by our core values of Love, Faith and Hope. At Christ Church, we believe geography helps pupils develop an understanding of the world, their place within it and their responsibility towards others and the environment.

Using the Kapow Geography scheme to support curriculum planning and progression, pupils develop knowledge of places, people, environments and natural processes through a carefully sequenced curriculum from EYFS to Year 6. Learning builds progressively over time, enabling pupils to deepen their understanding of both human and physical geography while making meaningful links between topics and prior learning. This supports the school’s wider commitment to a coherent and knowledge-rich curriculum identified within our SEF.

Our geography curriculum encourages pupils to explore the diversity of the world and appreciate the similarities and differences between communities, cultures and environments. Through studying local, national and global geography, pupils develop a sense of identity, belonging and global awareness. Carefully selected content reflects the diversity of our school community while broadening pupils’ understanding of the wider world.

Fieldwork and enquiry are central to our approach. Pupils are encouraged to ask questions, interpret maps, analyse data and observe the world around them. Teachers explicitly teach geographical vocabulary and enquiry skills so pupils can communicate their understanding clearly and confidently.

We believe geography should be engaging and accessible for all learners. Teachers adapt learning through the use of visuals, practical experiences, scaffolding and discussion to ensure pupils with SEND and EAL are fully included and supported to succeed alongside their peers.

Through geography, pupils develop curiosity about the world and begin to understand important themes such as sustainability, climate, migration and the impact humans have on the environment. Lessons encourage reflection, discussion and problem-solving, helping pupils consider how they can contribute positively to their local and global communities.

Assessment and retrieval opportunities are used to help pupils retain and apply key geographical knowledge over time. Leaders monitor geography through pupil voice, book scrutiny and lesson visits to ensure learning remains ambitious, progressive and meaningful.

Through our geography curriculum, we aim to develop informed, thoughtful and compassionate pupils who are curious about the world, respectful of diversity and inspired to care for the communities and environments around them.

Galatians 3, V28 – ‘For we are all one in Christ Jesus’