Geography
Staff List and HOD Names
Ms O Marron - Head of Department
Ms S Campbell
Ms M Wisniewske
Aims of Department & Vision
Geography Department Vision
"To inspire curiosity and understanding of the world through an inclusive, engaging, and challenging curriculum that empowers every student to become informed global citizens."
Geography Department Aims
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Promote Global Citizenship
Encourage students to develop an understanding of the interconnectedness of people, places, and environments, fostering responsibility for sustainable living. -
Deliver High-Quality Learning
Provide engaging, challenging, and relevant lessons that develop geographical knowledge, skills, and critical thinking. -
Support Inclusivity and Diversity
Ensure all students feel valued and supported through differentiated teaching strategies and accessible resources.
Promote Environmental Stewardship
Instill respect for the planet and encourage sustainable practices through curriculum content and departmental initiatives.
Outline of Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5
KEY STAGE 3
In KS3 Geography pupils will cover a range of Topics such as:
Weather and Climate.
Coastal landscapes.
Ecosystems.
Rock landscapes.
Glacial landscapes.
Natural hazards.
Rivers and water
KEY STAGE 4
Pupils follow CEA GCSE Geography revised course September 2017. The course is now comprised of 3 units:
• Unit 1 - Understanding our Natural World: River Environments, Coastal Environments, Our Changing Weather and Climate and The Restless Earth
• Unit 2 - Living in our World: Population and Migration, Changing Urban Areas, Contrasts in World Development and Managing our Environment
• Unit 3 – Fieldwork
From September 2025 we have also introduced the OCN NI Level 2 Certificate in Reducing Carbon Footprints through Environmental Action.
Career Opportunities
There are a range of Career opportunities related to Geography such as :
Cartographer
Commercial/residential surveyor
Environmental consultant
Geographical information systems officer
Planning and development surveyor
Secondary school teacher
Town planner
Additional Information
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