Geography

'I like making my own maps to find things like treasure.' Reception

'I like Geography because it is the study of the world and everything in it. We learn why our world is the way that it is.' Year 3

'We learn about Climate change in Geography and how we can care for our environment.' Year 5
'Geography links with our school Mission Statement. God created the World and we learn about the world in our Geography lessons.' Year 6

Pupil Voice

Intent

At St Alban & St Stephen Catholic Primary School, our Geography curriculum inspires pupils to see themselves as global citizens, fostering curiosity and wonder about the world around them. Children develop knowledge of diverse places, people, and resources while understanding the interconnectedness of human and physical processes and their role in caring for God’s creation. Local studies of St Albans, alongside the wider context of London and the world, help pupils appreciate their heritage and community. Through enquiry, research, fieldwork, and use of maps and digital tools, pupils build the skills to think, act, and communicate like geographers, developing respect for the environment, cultural understanding, and a sense of responsibility that prepares them for life beyond school.

Implementation

Our Geography curriculum is delivered through sequenced lessons and topics that progressively build and reinforce pupils’ geographical knowledge and skills. Each unit begins with a “big question,” encouraging children to investigate places, analyse data, and use age-appropriate geographical vocabulary and mapping techniques to form informed conclusions. Learning is enriched by first-hand experiences, both in the local community and beyond, enabling pupils to apply their skills across contexts and retain a deep understanding of the world around them.

Our Geography curriculum is fully aligned with the National Curriculum and is designed to ensure all pupils develop the knowledge, skills, and understanding outlined within it.

Geography National Curriculum : Key Stages 1 & 2

Humanities Curriculum Overview

Impact

Pupils leave St Alban & St Stephen with the knowledge and skills to think, act, and speak like geographers, confidently transferring these abilities into their learning, decision-making, and everyday life. They demonstrate curiosity about the world, respect for God’s creation, and an informed understanding of contemporary social and environmental issues, equipped to engage meaningfully in their communities and the wider world.