Intent

At St. John’s, our Geography curriculum is designed to inspire a lifelong curiosity and fascination about the world and its people. Rooted in our school’s values, it equips pupils with the knowledge, skills, and perspectives to understand their place in the world and their responsibilities as global citizens. Through a broad and ambitious curriculum, we aim to develop pupils’ awareness of diverse places, cultures, and environments, fostering a sense of care and stewardship for our planet.

Through engaging, inclusive, and well-sequenced learning experiences, we will:

• Develop Locational and Place Knowledge: Ensure pupils build a secure understanding of the physical and human characteristics of their local area, the United Kingdom, and the wider world, developing an appreciation of global diversity.

• Promote Geographical Skills and Fieldwork: Teach pupils to use maps, globes, and digital technologies confidently, as well as conduct fieldwork to observe, measure, and record the world around them.

• Encourage Curiosity and Enquiry: Inspire pupils to ask and answer questions about the world, its people, and the processes that shape it, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Focus on Environmental Awareness and Sustainability: Instil a deep understanding of human impact on the environment, encouraging pupils to think about how they can contribute to a more sustainable future.

• Make Relevant Connections: Help pupils link their geographical learning to real-world contexts, understanding how geography influences societies, economies, and the natural world.

At St. John’s, we aim to develop confident, knowledgeable, and compassionate learners who are well-prepared to engage with the challenges and opportunities of the modern world. Our Geography curriculum nurtures a sense of wonder, responsibility, and respect for the interconnected nature of life on Earth.

EYFS Curriculum

Primary Curriculum

Impact

The impact of the Geography curriculum at St. John’s will be evident in the knowledge, skills, and attitudes pupils develop, enabling them to understand their place in the world and their responsibility as global citizens. By the time pupils leave St. John’s, they will have a thorough understanding of geographical concepts and processes and a deep appreciation of the world’s diversity and interconnectedness
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Impact on Pupils

• Knowledgeable and Informed: Pupils will leave with a secure understanding of key geographical concepts, including locational knowledge, place studies, and human and physical geography, enabling them to make sense of the world around them.
• Skilled Geographers: Pupils will confidently use maps, globes, and digital tools to interpret geographical information, as well as conduct fieldwork to observe, measure, and record their environment.
• Curious and Reflective Learners: Pupils will demonstrate a sustained interest in exploring the world, asking meaningful questions about its people, places, and processes.
• Environmentally Responsible Citizens: Pupils will have a strong awareness of environmental issues, understanding the human impact on the planet and recognising their role in creating a more sustainable future.
• Global Awareness: Pupils will appreciate the diversity of cultures, societies, and environments, fostering empathy, respect, and a sense of shared responsibility for the world.
   

Impact on the School Community

• Culture of Exploration: A rich Geography curriculum will nurture a school-wide curiosity about the world, encouraging pupils to engage with local and global issues.
• Preparation for the Future: Pupils will leave St. John’s equipped with transferable skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and data interpretation, preparing them for secondary education and beyond.
• Reinforcement of School Values: By embedding the values of St. John’s, pupils will approach geographical study with respect, care, and a desire to make a positive difference in their communities and the wider world.
   

Impact on Wider Society

• Informed Global Citizens: Pupils from St. John’s will be thoughtful, informed individuals who understand and respect the diversity of the world’s cultures and environments.
• Advocates for Sustainability: Pupils will have the knowledge and motivation to act as stewards of the Earth, contributing to sustainable practices in their homes, schools, and communities.
   

Through the Geography curriculum at St. John’s, we will nurture pupils who are confident, informed, and compassionate, ready to engage with the challenges and opportunities of an ever-changing world.