Our Vision for Geography at St Thomas

At St Thomas, we believe Geography helps children make sense of the world around them. Our curriculum encourages curiosity about places, people and environments while helping children understand how communities and landscapes are connected. We aim to develop confident, informed and responsible global citizens who appreciate both their local area and the wider world.

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​Our Aim

At St Thomas, we believe Geography helps children understand the world and their place within it. It encourages curiosity, enquiry and respect for people, cultures and environments.

Through Geography, children develop knowledge, skills and a wider understanding of the world around them.

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How Geography is Taught

Geography is taught across all year groups and builds over time so children develop their knowledge and skills as they move through school.

Children experience a range of activities, including:

• Map work and geographical enquiry

• Fieldwork and outdoor learning

• Studying local, national and global environments

• Exploring human and physical geography

Across school:

EYFS: Exploring the local environment and the world around them

KS1: Learning about places, weather, maps and the local area

KS2: Developing geographical understanding through enquiry, fieldwork and the study of diverse regions and environments

Inclusive for All

We believe every child can succeed in Geography.

• Learning is adapted so all children can access the curriculum

• Pupils are supported to develop knowledge, skills and understanding

• High expectations are maintained for all learners

Celebrating Geography

We enjoy sharing children's geographical learning across the school through:

• Classroom and corridor displays

• Fieldwork and outdoor learning opportunities

• Cross-curricular projects and topic work

Children are encouraged to ask questions, explore the world around them and take pride in their learning.

By the time children leave St Thomas, they:

• Have a secure understanding of key geographical concepts

• Can use maps and geographical vocabulary confidently

• Understand how people and environments interact

• Show curiosity about the world around them

• Are prepared to become responsible global citizens

Get Involved

We welcome families to support and celebrate Geography through discussions about the local area, visits to new places and engagement with children's learning.

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