At Mablethorpe Primary Academy, we want pupils to develop a curiosity and fascination about the world and the people who live in it. Through the study of Geography, children gain an understanding of their local area, the United Kingdom and the wider world, whilst developing the knowledge and skills needed to become informed and responsible global citizens.

As a coastal school, Geography provides a powerful opportunity for pupils to explore and understand the unique environment in which they live. Through fieldwork, enquiry and real-life experiences, pupils learn about both human and physical geography and develop an appreciation of the world around them.

What We Learn

Our Geography curriculum enables pupils to:

• Develop secure locational and place knowledge.
• Understand human and physical geographical features.
• Compare different places and environments.
• Explore how people interact with and influence the environment.
• Investigate important global issues such as sustainability and climate change.
• Use maps, atlases, digital mapping and fieldwork skills confidently.
• Ask geographical questions and draw conclusions from evidence.

Our Curriculum Drivers

Aspiration

Pupils explore places, cultures and environments beyond their local community, broadening horizons and helping them understand the opportunities and diversity that exist across the world.

Community

Children develop an understanding of Mablethorpe, Lincolnshire and the wider world, recognising their role in protecting and improving their communities and environments.

Experiences

Geography comes to life through fieldwork, investigations, educational visits and first-hand experiences that deepen understanding and create memorable learning opportunities.

Communication

Pupils develop geographical vocabulary and learn to communicate their findings, ideas and opinions through discussion, debates, presentations and written work.

Belonging

Children develop a strong sense of place and identity by learning about their local area while gaining an appreciation of different communities, cultures and environments around the world.

Learning in Action

Through our Geography curriculum, pupils have opportunities to:

• Investigate the coastal environment of Mablethorpe.
• Explore maps and geographical technologies.
• Carry out fieldwork and surveys.
• Learn about diverse communities and cultures.
• Study environmental change and sustainability.
• Apply geographical skills in real-world contexts.

Vocabulary

We explicitly teach and revisit key geographical vocabulary to help pupils communicate as geographers.

Progression

Our Geography curriculum is carefully sequenced to build knowledge and skills over time. As pupils move through the school, they revisit and build upon previous learning, enabling them to develop increasingly sophisticated geographical understanding and enquiry skills.

Through Geography at MPA, we aim to develop pupils who:

• Are curious about the world around them.
• Understand and value their local community.
• Appreciate different cultures and environments.
• Can think critically about geographical issues.
• Make informed decisions about sustainability and the future of our planet.
• Communicate confidently using geographical knowledge and vocabulary.

 

 

 

Subject Intent Statements :

Geography

Our Geography curriculum at Mablethorpe Primary Academy will inspire in pupils a curiosity and fascination about the world and its people, that will result in a life - long appreciation, ensuring we respect and care for it for future generations.

Geography for our children

' I am learning about my place in the world and how to care for it'