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Geography Vision Statement

From the moment we are born, we are designed to discover, explore and interpret the world around us; we strive to build on this and create a child’s lifelong thirst for discovery through Geography at Linton Mead.

We believe that, more than ever, we have a responsibility to our planet to create a sustainable environment and to show our children how to contribute to building a better world. We can do this by introducing the children to the idea that they are part of a much bigger picture, and that they too can make a difference by being aware of how the world works and their influence.

Using a range of maps (both digital and paper), atlases and globes, we open up the world to curious minds, which helps to develop a meaning to looking after their surroundings; shaping their identity and uniting with others. We encourage questions that stimulate creative thinking and allow an integrative and holistic approach to enquiry.

From the Early Years, all the way through to Year 6, we take the children out into the field to experience geographical skills as they should be, embedding analytical skill and fostering an interaction between physical and human geography. First-hand experience of this multi-faceted subject offers children the opportunity to see their enquiry planning in action and ignite their sense of awe and wonder.

 

Click here to view our Geography policy.

 

Geography Coverage at Linton Mead

You can access the Primary National Curriculum for Geography by clicking this link.

 

Please click the link below to access the Geography Curriculum Overview where you can find out more about what your child will learn in Geography.

 Geography Curriculum Overview

Suggested websites

Here are some suggested websites to support your child to continue to be a Geographer at home.

Newsround

 

How CBBC Newsround has changed over the years - CBBC Newsround

 

Keeping young viewers up to date with the latest stories and events happening at home and abroad.

National Geographic for Kids

 

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Allows children to discover amazing facts about the world we live in through videos, games and competitions.

 

Google Earth

 

Google Earth – Apps on Google Play

 

This exploratory site gives children the freedom to roam all over the world.

 

Ordnance Survey Mapzone

 

Ordnance Survey | Official Mapping Partner for Top 100 Walks | The ...

 

Another interactive site that teaches key geography skills through games and quizzes.

 

Met Office 

  

 

Budding meteorologists can discover astonishing facts about the weather.

 

BBC Bitesize

 

 

 

A wealth of information regarding different Geographical topics.

 

3D Geography

 

Geography models | Geography for kids | make a globe

 

Full of resources, including maps, videos and a variety of templates for 3D Geographical models to help children experience the topic from another perspective.