Geography

Geography Subject Lead – Melissa Chapman-Burn

Geography Progression Map 

Geography 

At our schools, we believe that Geography is the key to understanding our place in the world. We wish every child to develop a lifelong curiosity, fascination, and appreciation for the planet and its people. 

We aim to equip pupils with a diverse knowledge of places, people, resources, and both natural and human environments. By linking our local surroundings in Guildford to the wider world, we help children understand the relationship between the physical world and the human societies that inhabit it. 

Our curriculum is carefully sequenced to build geographical fluency as children move from the Infant to the Junior phase: 

• In the Early Years and Key Stage 1 (Stoughton): The focus is on the primary sources right on our doorstep. Children begin their journey through first-hand experiences, observing and investigating the local environment, from our own Forest School area to the local shops, churches, and the nearby river. 

• In Key Stage 2 (Northmead): Building on these foundations, children expand their horizons. They learn to use sophisticated geographical terminology and explore how physical and human geography have changed over time. We challenge pupils to explain how the physical world shapes human life, preparing them to leave us as well-informed global citizens.

Core Pillars of our Geography Curriculum