Geography
Why is Geography important?
Geography helps us to make sense of the world around us, better understand the places we live in, learn about and visit, why they matter and how they are connected to a globalised world.
Through geography, we encounter different societies and cultures and learn to appreciate the incredible diversity of landscapes and peoples.
In geography, we face questions of what it means to live sustainably in an interdependent world and learn to value and care for the planet and all its inhabitants.
When is Geography taught?
Geography is taught in half termly blocks. All Year groups teach Geography in the first half of a term.
How is Geography taught?
Geography is taught through a combination of subject knowledge, geographical skills, enquiry and fieldwork. Learning takes place both inside and outside the classroom.
Where do we learn about in Geography?
We learn about the following locations:-
Asia
Russia
Egypt
Africa
Madagascar
South America
Brazil
Peru
North and Central America
Canada
USA
Europe
Scotland
Greece
Italy
France
Germany
Arctic Circle
Local Geography
Leasowe
New Brighton
Liverpool
Birkenhead
What do we learn about in Geography?
We learn about:-
Landscapes
Human and physical features
Landmarks
Physical systems and processes
Environments
Settlements
Trade
Biomes
Climate
Land use
Environmental issues
Sustainability
How do we assess and monitor Geography?
At LPS, assessment and monitoring of our subjects is used rigorously to gain an accurate understanding of individual children's progression and to identify any barriers for learning. Staff are well trained in assessing continuously throughout a topic, as well as using summative assessments to inform future planning and teaching. Regular, low stake quizzes take place to promote retrieval of key knowledge alongside end of unit quizzes which help to inform assessment. Subject leaders use a range of monitoring techniques to ensure high impact and quality of teaching in order to ensure all children are making progress.