Geography
At Norfolk Community Primary School we believe that geography lessons should inspire curiosity and fascination about Britain and the wider world, and wholly develop each child's geographical skills, understanding and knowledge.
Our lessons are well planned, highly engaging and challenge all abilities where children are encouraged to partake in meaningful discussions using appropriate vocabulary. We teach a knowledge engaged curriculum that is ambitious and designed to give all learners the skills needed to succeed in life. Lessons are taught through topics which allows links to be made with other subjects and ensures high levels of motivation and interest from children. Geography topics are the main focus for two half terms, with one prioritising a physical process and the other featuring more human geography.
Whole School Geography Coverage
Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | Year 6 |
The UK | Plants and animals around the world | Volcanoes and earthquakes | Mountains | Rivers | The polar regions |
Maps and routes | Comparing Australia and the UK | Comparing Sheffield and Berlin | North America | Mexico | Europe |
National Curriculum
At Norfolk, the geography curriculum is carefully mapped out across school ensuring that all areas of the national curriculum are thoroughly covered. Click below to see the National Curriculum guidelines.
Curriculum Drivers
At Norfolk we strive to work towards our curriculum driver learner qualities in all subjects, and geography is no different! Click below to find out how we are using them in geography.
Knowledge and Skills
At Norfolk our geography lessons are organised so we can develop and build upon a range of important skills and gather a wealth of important knowledge. Below is a document showing the skills covered by each year group throughout school.
Below that is a selection of knowledge organisers which children use both in class and at home to help consolidate learning.