Aim

• Look at what the world is like
• What human and physical geographical processes are taking place
• Create a sense of awe so that students genuinely care about their city and their world

We start with a local place study and introduce concepts such as social, economic, environmental and political factors within Sheffield. These concepts are then used throughout their Geography learning. Map skills are introduced early so these can be revisited throughout their studies.

Topics covered

• Our Sheffield
• Map skills
• Water and rivers
• Weather and climate
• Our fantastic world
• Economic activity

Teaching groups

Students are taught in form groups.

Assessment

Students are assessed in a range of ways, including extended writing, exam-style questions, decision-making enquiries and research projects.

How to support at home

• Encouraging children to be environmentally aware
• Participating in discussions with your child about environmental and geographical issues in the news and media
• Providing access to an atlas at home
• Encouraging children to map read on travels
• Encouraging children to read books that are related to the topics we study in lessons