Geography

"Teachers' expertise enables all students to understand the work and to participate fully in lesson activities" OFSTED

Geography is a foundation subject, which is indispensable to the development of responsible and active citizens and contributes to lifelong understanding and enjoyment of our world.

The course is taught to all students in Years 7 to 9 where they soon develop their geographical vocabulary and build up a good repertoire of skills. Fieldwork is integral to the teaching of Geography and is undertaken in Years 7, 8 and 9.

The GCSE course offers continuity and the development of greater knowledge and understanding of Geographical concepts. Fieldwork both residential and local, is a necessary process of enquiry and accounts for 25% of the final GCSE examination.

At AS and A2 students selecting Geography follow a modular course which provides a balanced geographical education inter-relating both the human and physical environment. This builds on, but is not dependent on, prior knowledge of the subject at GCSE. Fieldwork is integral to this course and other practical skills are developed.