Geography

The Geography curriculum instills in students a curiosity about the world and its people that we hope will remain with them throughout their lives. The Geography department at Allestree Woodlands School encourages students to learn about a variety of places, both physical and human, exploring the interactions between people and the environments that they live in and manage.

Geographers will develop their key skills in fieldwork and research, as well as being encouraged to develop their wider reading and participation in classroom discussion. Our geographers are set on a course to become globally informed and caring citizens, with transferable skills that are highly desired by employers.

Our KS3 students study broad Geographical themes including ‘A Unique World’, ‘A Physical World’, ‘A Water World’, ‘An Ethical World’, ‘A Hostile World’ and ‘A Changing World’. Geographers will develop their knowledge of the world’s Physical and Human Geography, underpinned by geographical theory, and with a precise focus on key concepts in order to establish strong foundations for GCSE and A-Level study.

Fieldwork opportunities takes Geographers to potentially diverse landscapes and allows them the opportunity to develop competence in using a wide range of investigative skills.

Above all, our Geographers are set on a course to become globally informed citizens, who are equipped for life in the 21st century.

Head of Geography:

Mrs Allen

Teachers of Geography:

Mr Porter, Miss Smith, Miss Jones, Dr De Mynn and Mr Roe

GCSE Specification: Eduqas B

A Level Specification: OCR