Geography

At Spring Lane Primary, our geography curriculum empowers children to understand their place in the world and develop the knowledge, skills and curiosity to explore diverse places, people and environments. Rooted in our five curriculum drivers, we nurture effective communicators who confidently use geographical vocabulary and present their findings with clarity; Expert learners who build progressive skills through rich enquiry, fieldwork and cross-curricular connections; and caring citizens who develop a respect for different cultures and a sense of responsibility for our planet. Through meaningful outdoor learning and real-world investigations, children grow as Healthy individuals, developing resilience, empathy and teamwork. Above all, our curriculum inspires aspirational thinkers—broadening horizons, challenging stereotypes and encouraging every child to see themselves as a geographer with the power to shape a better future.

At Spring Lane, geography is implemented through immersive Learning Quests that spark curiosity about the world and deepen children’s understanding of place and environment. Guided by our principles of relevance, we connect geographical learning to children’s lives—starting with Spring Boroughs and expanding outwards to explore the UK, the wider world, and global issues. Through hands-on fieldwork, map work, and real-world investigations, children experience geography in action, making meaningful connections between people, places and patterns. Experiences such as local area walks, environmental projects, and cross-cultural comparisons help pupils develop a sense of belonging, stewardship and global awareness. Collaboration underpins our approach, as pupils work together to explore questions, interpret data, and reflect on their role in shaping a fairer, more sustainable world.

The impact of our geography curriculum is seen in children who think critically, ask insightful questions, and understand how people, places, and environments are interconnected locally and globally. Because learning is relevant and rooted in real-world contexts, pupils confidently make connections between their own experiences and wider geographical issues. Our rich, hands-on learning experiences ensure knowledge is retained and deepened through meaningful enquiry and fieldwork. Through collaboration, children learn to respect diverse perspectives, analyse data together, and communicate their findings clearly—emerging as reflective, informed, and responsible global citizens, ready to engage with the challenges of the future.

• Pupils’ geographical knowledge and skills are assessed using the following:

• Retrieval practice at the start of every lesson to reinforce prior learning.

• Ongoing assessment for learning through skilled questioning and live feedback within lessons.

• Pupil voice to gather evidence of knowledge retention and growing understanding over time.

• Summative assessments linked to the enquiry question at the end of each unit