🌍 Geography at Petteril Bank Primary School
“Geography is the subject which holds the key to our future.” — Michael Palin
Welcome to our Geography curriculum page! At Petteril Bank Primary School, we believe that geography helps children make sense of the world around them. It inspires curiosity, builds global awareness, and encourages responsible citizenship.
🗺️ Our Curriculum Approach
We follow the KAPOW Primary Geography Scheme, which provides a broad and balanced curriculum from EYFS to Year 6. The scheme ensures:
- Progressive development of geographical skills and knowledge.
- Opportunities to explore local, national, and global environments.
- Cross-curricular links that enrich learning and deepen understanding.
Children learn to:
- Use maps, atlases, and digital tools.
- Investigate physical and human geography.
- Ask questions, observe, and interpret geographical data.
📅 Curriculum Overview
Each year group explores a range of engaging topics, such as:
- EYFS: Our local area, weather, and seasonal changes.
- KS1: Continents and oceans, the UK, and contrasting environments.
- KS2: Climate zones, natural disasters, trade and economics, and global citizenship.
Our curriculum is designed to be inclusive, relevant, and inspiring for all learners.
🌐 Enriching Experiences
We enhance geography learning through:
- Fieldwork and local area studies
- Outdoor learning and eco-projects
- Links with global schools and communities
How can you help learn at home
🏡 Everyday Activities
- Talk about places: Discuss local landmarks, holiday destinations, or places in the news.
- Use maps: Explore paper maps, digital maps, or apps like Google Earth together.
- Weather watch: Track daily weather and seasonal changes, and compare with other regions or countries.
🌍 Explore the World Together
- Cook international dishes: Link meals to countries and cultures.
- Celebrate global events: Learn about festivals, traditions, and customs from around the world.
- Watch documentaries: Choose child-friendly geography programs like National Geographic Kids or BBC Earth.
🧭 Encourage Curiosity
- Ask questions: “Why do people live near rivers?” or “What makes a desert a desert?”
- Support school projects: Help with research, model-making, or presentations.
- Visit local sites: Parks, rivers, coastlines, and museums offer hands-on learning.
📚 Useful Links
- https://www.kapowprimary.com/subjects/geography/
- BBC Bitesize Geography
- https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/
