Welcome to the Geography Department

Through teaching Geography, we aim to inspire in all pupils a lifelong curiosity and fascination about
the world and its people. We seek to develop pupils who will flourish in school and beyond; develop
well-rounded citizens who are skilful and employable.

Physical environments and concepts/processes – the conditions, processes and interactions that explain features and distributions, patterns & changes over space and time in a diverse range of physical environments.
Human environments and concepts/processes – the conditions, processes and interactions that explain features and distributions, patterns & changes over space and time in a diverse range of human environments. To include people’s values, attitudes and beliefs.
Interactions – the links/interactions between physical and human processes, the effects of these interrelationships on the physical world, and how human activity relies on the functioning of natural systems. The idea of sustainable development is relevant here.
Place and space – knowledge and understanding of the location of globally significant places. Diverse and similar places, people and the idea of interconnectedness.
Scale – the ‘lens’ through which we see subject matter – ranging from local, regional, national, international and global.
Skills – the ability to observe, collect, communicate, investigate, analyse and understand geographical information through written and spoken (vocabulary), cartographic, graphical, numerical, visual, GIS and fieldwork skills and sources.
Where possible teaching and learning should draw on pupils lived experience and ideas.
Contemporary geographical local and global issues should be covered where appropriate.
The development and appropriate use of a wide range of specialist terms is essential as geographical knowledge and understanding cannot be expressed without geographical vocabulary.
Facts and knowledge are essential as they help us to think, but concepts enable us to understand – we link facts together through thought.

From identification, to description, to knowledge, to understanding, to explanation, to evaluation.

The development of a wider range of more complex geographical skills.
Study that moves from the familiar/local to the unfamiliar/global

Mr. Royston – Head of Geography Department and Humanities Faculty
Mrs. Ruck – Second in Geography
Mr. Newman
Mr. Morris – Assistant Headteacher
Mr. Koryl

GCSE: AQA
A Level: AQA

Here’s a list of websites that will help KS3 pupils with their Geography studies, following the UK National Curriculum, along with their URLs:

BBC Bitesize – KS3 Geography https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/zrw76sg
A comprehensive resource with videos, quizzes, and lessons on a wide range of KS3 geography topics.
National Geographic Kids https://www.natgeokids.com/uk/
Engaging articles, games, and videos about geography, science, and the environment.
Ordnance Survey – MapZone https://www.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/mapzone/
A fun, interactive way for pupils to learn map reading and other geographical skills.
Geography Games https://www.geography-games.com/
Interactive quizzes and games to help students learn countries, capitals, and geographic features.
Royal Geographical Society – Resources for Schools https://www.rgs.org/schools/teaching-resources/
High-quality teaching resources covering a wide range of geography topics like climate change and population.
Cool Geography http://www.coolgeography.co.uk/
Provides revision materials, case studies, and interactive lessons on various KS3 geography topics.
GeoGuessr https://www.geoguessr.com/
A geography game that uses Google Street View to help students develop geographical thinking and map skills.
Internet Geography https://www.internetgeography.net/
Offers lesson plans, quizzes, and case studies on important geography topics, including natural hazards and climate change.
The Met Office – Education https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/learn-about/met-office-for-schools/key-stage-3
Provides educational resources on weather, climate, and meteorology for KS3 students.
Time for Geography https://timeforgeography.co.uk/
Features educational videos and interactive content covering key geography topics like tectonics, ecosystems, and climate change.

Here’s a list of websites that will help pupils studying AQA GCSE Geography:

BBC Bitesize – GCSE Geography (AQA) https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/examspecs/zy3ptyc
A comprehensive resource that includes revision notes, quizzes, and videos for AQA GCSE Geography topics such as ecosystems, urban issues, resource management, and natural hazards.
Cool Geography – GCSE AQA Geography http://www.coolgeography.co.uk/GCSE/AQA_GCSE.php
Offers detailed revision notes, case studies, interactive activities, and quizzes designed specifically for the AQA specification.
Internet Geography https://www.internetgeography.net/gcse-geography/
This site provides a wide range of resources, including case studies, exam question practice, and topic breakdowns covering AQA GCSE Geography units.
S-cool GCSE Geography https://www.s-cool.co.uk/gcse/geography
Includes revision guides, exam tips, and quizzes, focused on key GCSE topics such as the living world, physical landscapes, and global development.
Geography Pods http://www.geographypods.com/gcse-geography-aqa.html
Offers PowerPoint presentations, revision notes, and exam practice materials for all AQA GCSE Geography topics, including case studies for real-world examples.
Revision World – GCSE Geography (AQA) https://revisionworld.com/gcse-revision/geography/aqa-gcse-geography
Contains free revision resources, including notes, past papers, and videos for AQA GCSE Geography.
AQA Official Website – GCSE Geography https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/geography/gcse/geography-8035
Provides the official specification, past papers, mark schemes, and examiner reports. It’s essential for understanding how AQA structures its exams.
Seneca Learning – GCSE AQA Geography https://senecalearning.com/en-GB/
Free, interactive revision courses that cover the entire AQA GCSE Geography syllabus, using videos, quizzes, and interactive tasks.

Here’s a list of websites that will help pupils studying AQA A Level Geography in the UK:

Cool Geography – A Level AQA Geography http://www.coolgeography.co.uk/A-level/AQA/AQA_A-level.php
Detailed coverage of AQA A Level Geography topics, including globalisation, tectonics, hazards, and resource management, with case studies and interactive resources.
Internet Geography – A Level Geography https://www.internetgeography.net/a-level-geography/
A wide range of AQA A Level resources including revision guides, detailed case studies, and exam question practice.
Geography Pods – AQA A Level Geography
http://www.geographypods.com/aqa-a-level-geography.html Offers revision notes, presentations, and lesson materials on a wide range of AQA A Level Geography topics, including coasts, globalisation, and hazards.
AQA Official Website – A Level Geography https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/geography/as-and-a-level/geography-7037
The official AQA site provides the A Level Geography specification, past papers, mark schemes, and examiner reports. Essential for understanding exam structure and key topics.
Seneca Learning – A Level Geography (AQA) https://senecalearning.com/en-GB/
Free, interactive revision courses covering the AQA A Level Geography syllabus. Includes quizzes, videos, and case studies for key topics such as water and carbon cycles, global systems, and urban environments.
The Royal Geographical Society (RGS) https://www.rgs.org/schools/teaching-resources/
Provides high-quality teaching and learning resources for A Level students, with a focus on key geographical topics and global issues, including climate change, ecosystems, and urbanisation.
Revision World – A Level Geography (AQA) https://revisionworld.com/a2-level-level-revision/geography-level-revision
Offers revision guides, past papers, and resources for AQA A Level Geography, including physical and human geography topics.
Tutor2U – AQA A Level Geography https://www.tutor2u.net/geography
Features revision resources, case studies, and exam practice materials for AQA A Level Geography. Topics include globalisation, resource management, and tectonic hazards.

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