Geography
The Arnold House Geography Department aims to provide pupils with a framework of knowledge in relation to: place (global location; physical systems; landforms; weather and climate, tectonic activity, etc); the influence of the environment on human activity and vice versa; maps of different types and scales and their interpretation.
Time Allocation and Staffing
In the Junior School Geography is taught within broader themes. Years 3 & 4 have two periods a week (this is flexible if cross–curricular themes are being taught). Years 5 and 6 have three periods a week in addition to three Compass Course lessons where they utilise geographical skills. Boys in Years 7 and 8 have three lessons a week.
As a general rule, Form Teachers teach the subject in Years 1 to 3. A subject specialist teaches Years 4 and 5 and the Head of Department teaches Years 6 to 8.
Extra–Curricular
Theme–based visits are arranged in the Junior School as appropriate. Fieldwork is an essential element in the Senior School. Year 7 visit Dorset for 2 days to complete the fieldwork for their main Common Entrance project. The Year 8 visit to the Lake District is a valuable geographical experience.
