The Geography curriculum at The Blue Coat School is designed to inspire a sense of wonder and curiosity about the world around us, while fostering a deep and lasting appreciation for the subject. Through the study of both physical and human geography, students develop an understanding of the key principles that underpin geographical enquiry and learn how to apply these concepts to a wide range of global and local issues.

The curriculum is structured around meaningful and thought-provoking questions, encouraging students to investigate geographical phenomena through enquiry-based learning. Students are taught to think, write, and work like geographers, using a variety of sources such as data, maps, graphs, photographs, and fieldwork evidence to analyse patterns, explain processes, and evaluate change.

As students progress, they develop the essential knowledge and skills needed to make sense of the complex interactions between people and the environment. Geography at The Blue Coat School equips students with critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills, enabling them to understand the physical and human world and to engage thoughtfully with the challenges facing our planet today.

Please find below the Curriculum Mapping for each Key Stage. Please note that Curriculum Maps are currently under review.