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A World of Discovery: Geography in the Junior School
This year in the Junior School, our budding geographers have been on a journey of discovery – exploring new places, both near and far, and developing a real curiosity about the world around them.
Across the school, pupils have enjoyed a wide range of geography-based learning, from map reading and research projects to workshops, trips and talks from parents about their home countries. Whether learning in the classroom or beyond it, the girls have approached each topic with enthusiasm and energy.
In an exciting development, the Junior School site was tracked in February and a Cross-Curricular Orienteering Course invested for the pupils. Year 5 led the way exploring the trail which spans from the driveway round the school down to the Forest School area. We are looking forward to embedding the Orienteering course into our curriculum during the next academic year to encompass all of the subject areas and ultimately increase the outdoor learning experiences for pupils.
Reception pupils began the year by getting to know their new school – after all, learning how to find your way around is an essential first step! In Year 1, the girls discovered what life is like in the North and South Poles and went outside to explore their Wonderful Weather topic, while Year 3 explored the features of rivers, with a particular focus on the River Nile.
The Spring term saw Year 2 diving into the geography of the British Isles. Meanwhile, Year 4 and Year 5 broadened their horizons with topics on Kenya and India. These studies involved learning about the climate, daily life and the culture of these places; pupils then drew comparisons to life here in the UK. A huge thank you to the parents who came in to share their personal stories about life in other countries. These talks brought the topics to life and added a wonderful, real-world dimension to the girls’ learning.
In the Summer term, the Reception girls returned to the themes of India and Kenya through their topic Once Upon a Time, thinking about the similarities and differences in stories, homes, and everyday life around the world.
Year 5 had an unforgettable experience at PGL. On their residential overnight two nights stay, the girls enjoyed navigating their way around the site. Activities included fieldwork skills, the giant swing, abseiling, orienteering and even some archery training!
Year 6 finished the year with a trip to the Isle of Wight to study Coasts and Erosion. A boat tour around The Needles gave them a close-up look at sea stacks, stumps, and other dramatic coastal features. The sea was calm, the learning was exciting, and the chair lift ride to the beach was an absolute hit!
It’s been a fantastic year for Geography across the Junior School. From workshops and field trips to cross-curricular learning and hands-on exploration, the girls have built strong geographical knowledge and, more importantly, a deep interest in the world and how it works.
Thank you to all the teachers, parents, and pupils who made this year such a success. We’re already looking forward to next year, which promises even more exciting topics—including climate change, sustainability, and further development of map skills and orienteering.
Here’s to another year of adventure, discovery, and global thinking!