Welcome to the Geography Department
The Importance of Geography
The study of geography stimulates an interest in and a sense of wonder about places. It helps young people make sense of a complex and dynamically changing world. It explains where places are, how places and landscapes are formed, how people and their environment interact, and how a diverse range of economies, societies and environments are interconnected. It builds on pupils' own experiences to investigate places at all scales, from the personal to the global.
Aims
Geography at Sacred Heart aims to provide pupils with an interest in the world around them that extends beyond the classroom. Through interesting and interactive lessons we hope pupils will find the geography curriculum stimulating and accessible. All pupils will have the opportunity to attend at least one geography related fieldtrip as this enhances pupils learning experience.
Lessons
Geography is a compulsory subject at Key Stage 3
In year 7 pupils are taught 1 hour a week
In years 8 and 9 pupils are taught 2 hours a week
Geography is an option subject at Key Stage 4
In years 10 and 11 pupils are taught 3 hours a week
