At Whiteheath Infants, our high-quality Geography curriculum is designed to inspire in pupils a curiosity and fascination about the world and its people, that will remain with them for the rest of their lives.

Our aims are: 

• To develop pupils' understanding of natural, man-made and social environments. 
• To recognise how and why changes to places and the environment happen and affect us, both as a result of natural processes and through human activity. 
• To develop an understanding of place and its personal meaning, including their own place in the world and that of other people. 
• To appreciate the diversity evident in the world, through learning about similarities, differences and how we live interdependently. 
• Pupils' geographical understanding helps them make sense of the world and prepares them to play an active role as informed responsible citizens. 

Geography is taught through a mixture of thematic and competency units and a National Curriculum Essential unit in Year 1 and 2. Learning takes place both inside and outside the classroom where children learn a variety of skills including location and place knowledge, map work and compass skills. 

Fieldwork and educational visits are used to enhance and embed children's learning. Children in EYFS take regular visits to the local allotment where seasonal changes are discussed. In Year 1 and 2 local walks are taken to help children understand and recognise their local environment.