Geography
In Geography we use a range of kinaesthetic, audio and visual activities to cater for all learning styles and abilities. The main aim is to develop, through the enquiry approach, a sound appreciation in students of their surroundings and to encourage empathy with and understanding of different communities, cultures and places of work. Fieldwork is used to enhance learning in all key stages. We also work with our link school in Uganda to develop global understanding and an awareness of our role as global citizens.
Key Stage 3
At Key Stage 3, the idea of place is seen as central to the students’ understanding of geography and this refers to locations on a local, regional, national and global scale. Students will study a variety of topics, including Our Local Area, Flooding, The Geography of Sport, Tectonic Processes, the Threatened World and Sustainable Development.
Key Stage 4
At GCSE, students are encouraged to become more aware of, and to respect, the natural environment and to understand the interplay between people and their surroundings. Throughout all sections of the course there is an emphasis on values and attitudes, environmental issues and sustainability. Fieldwork and information technology enrich this experience. Students develop a wide range of skills including practical skills by collecting data in the field (locally and on a residential fieldtrip to Dorset), as well as intellectual and social skills which extend across the arts and sciences. We follow the OCR syllabus B.
Key Stage 5
Our AS and A2 Level students study core topics taken from both physical and human geography. All units involve consideration of people and environmental issues, supported by case study materials. There is at least one residential field course, which encourages independent learning and brings geography to life. The issue of sustainability is explored at a local, national and global scale. We follow the AQA specification.