Intent
 
At Clyst St Mary Primary School children are encouraged to develop a greater understanding and knowledge of the world, as well as their place in it. The geography curriculum at Clyst St Mary Primary School enables children to develop knowledge and skills that are transferable to other curriculum areas. Geography is, by nature, an investigative subject, which develops an understanding of concepts, knowledge and skills. We seek to inspire in children a curiosity and fascination about the world and its people ; to promote the children’s interest and understanding of diverse places, people, resources and natural and human environments, together with a deep understanding of the Earth’s key physical and human processes. We make the most of our local area with visits including around Clyst St Mary,e.g. children walk around the village looking at land use, the local river Clyst, visits to Exeter, Dartmoor and Exmouth.

Implementation

Geography is implemented through a spiral curriculum, ensuring children nurture and grow their understanding of complex global issues over time. 

Our curriculum ensures all pupils see themselves reflected in the places and people they study. Adaptive teaching ensures that pupils with SEND or disadvantaged backgrounds have equitable access to high-quality geographical enquiry. We ensure a clear rationale for sequencing the curriculum. This fosters resilience as children revisit big ideas in increasingly complex contexts.

Impact

Impact is evidenced through a rounded and connected curriculum that prepares children to thrive as well-rounded individuals in modern Britain. 

Beyond work in books, impact is measured by pupils' ability to achieve, belong, and thrive. Children use geographical enquiry—identifying questions and analysing data—to reach reasoned conclusions about real-world problems.  We monitor the impact of our inclusive practice through the experiences of all learner groups, ensuring that those facing barriers to learning demonstrate progress in their geographical understanding and a sense of belonging within the subject.

Success is seen in pupils who leave with the confidence to undertake new life experiences, underpinned by a deep appreciation for their local area and its role in a wider, interconnected world.