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Geography

Geography at Eastern Green Junior School helps pupils develop a strong understanding of the world, its environments and the people who live in it. Through the study of different places and landscapes, pupils learn how physical and human processes shape our planet.

Our geography curriculum develops pupils’ understanding of:

  • physical geography such as climate, landscapes and natural features

  • human geography including settlements, trade and how people use land

  • how places are connected through global trade, culture and travel

Pupils also develop key geographical skills including using maps, atlases and digital mapping tools, analysing data and comparing different environments around the world.

Geographical vocabulary is taught explicitly so pupils can confidently describe and explain the features of different locations and environments.

Geography Topics by Year Group

Year 3

In Year 3, pupils begin to develop their understanding of the world and how different environments are formed. Topics include:

  • Countries and Continents of the World

  • Deserts and Climate Zones

  • Where Our Food Comes From

These units help pupils understand how geography affects climate, environments and the way people live.

Year 4

In Year 4, pupils explore different countries and cultures while developing their understanding of global connections. Topics include:

  • Italy and European Geography

  • The Geography of the British Empire and Global Trade

  • Mexico and Central America

Pupils compare different regions of the world and explore how geography influences culture, climate and daily life.

Year 5

In Year 5, pupils develop their knowledge of Europe and the United Kingdom. Topics include:

  • Scandinavia

  • The Geography of the United Kingdom

  • Modern Greece

These studies help pupils understand physical landscapes, climate and how different countries develop their own identities and cultures.

Year 6

In Year 6, pupils explore global environments and the physical processes that shape the Earth. Topics include:

  • Our Local Area

  • Rainforests and Global Biomes

  • Extreme Earth, including earthquakes, volcanoes and extreme weather

Local fieldwork allows pupils to explore and investigate the geography of their own area, helping them understand how environments change and develop over time.

 

Through these topics, pupils gain a deeper understanding of the world and develop the geographical knowledge and skills needed to interpret and explore the environments around them.

 

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