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Message Subject: Geography Year 7 Curriculum Overview 2024-2025 “Let the questions be the curriculum” Socrates Knowledge & Understanding Literacy Skills Literacy Skills and KEY vocab Assessment What is being assessed? Homework/ Independent Learning Composites Components includes understanding of KEY concepts Formal Retrieval if any HT1 Continents and oceans of the world • Name the continents and oceans of the world • Locate the continents and oceans of the world • Understand how to use an atlas • Locate places using the index • Locate places in the world using latitude and longitude Location of continents and oceans from KS2. Latitude and longitude for KS2. Continent Ocean Latitude Longitude Compass Scale Relief Physical Human End of topic low stakes quiz to be completed at the end of the topic. Half termly topic homework sheet with the following tasks: 1. Find an example of a map and answer questions on worksheet. 2. Spelling and definition revision for in class test. 3. Create a map of your local area. Map skills • Compass directions • Identify OS map symbols • Workout 4 and 6 figure grid references • Calculate distances using a scale bar • Use of contour lines to describe the relief of the land • A range of map types Map skills from KS2 Key Questions: “What skills do you need to be a geographer?” “How can we use OS maps to navigate our local area/the UK?” HT2 Physical geography of the UK • Countries that make up the UK • Describe and compare the upland and lowland areas of the UK • Locate some of the UK’s physical features Map skills from HT1 and KS2 UK from KS2 Precipitation Temperature Climate Dense Spars Population Migration Life expectancy Primary industry Secondary industry Tertiary industry Quaternary industry End of topic low stakes quiz to be completed at the end of the topic. In class linear assessment including content from both HT1 and HT2. Half termly topic homework sheet with the following tasks: 1. Spelling and definition revision for in class test. 2. Research a UK tourist destination. 3. Revision for linear exam. Human geography of the UK • Locate the major cities that make up the UK • Locate a range of human features in the UK • Describe and explain the population distribution of the UK UK locational knowledge from earlier in the topic The importance of the UK locally & globally • Locate popular tourist attractions in the UK • Explain why people visit the UK • Explain how the UK has been shaped by migration Key Questions: “What is unique about the UK?” “Why is the UK important?”

CIAG Careers: Cartographer, GIS, town planner, police, GS officer, land surveyor Skills- collaboration, critical thinking, decision making HT3 Weather • Definition of weather • Describe and explain the water cycle • Describe and explain the different types of rain • Understand how air pressure affects the weather • Understand how air masses affect the weather • Explain how satellites can be used to forecast the weather Weather and climate from KS2 Map skills HT1 Weather Climate Thermometer Anemometer Meteorologist End of topic low stakes quiz to be completed at the end of the topic. Half termly topic homework sheet with the following tasks: 1. Practise spellings and definitions for in class test. 2. Write a 7-day weather diary. 3. Climate • Understand how the Earths tilt impacts the climate • Explain why different areas of the world have different climates • Explain how the climate is changing Key Questions: “Why does the weather vary?” “Why do different countries have different climates?” HT4 Ecosystems • Describe the global distribution of ecosystems • Describe and explain the characteristics of different ecosystems globally • Describe food chains and food webs • Explain how organisms in ecosystems are interdependent • Compare the characteristics of ecosystems • Understand that ecosystems exist on different scales • Explain how animals and plants are adapted to survive in their ecosystem Map skills HT1 Food chains KS2 Science Ecosystem Biome Producer Consumer Decomposer Herbivore Carnivore Adaptation End of topic low stakes quiz to be completed at the end of the topic. Year 7 linear exam? Half termly topic homework sheet with the following tasks: 1. Practise spellings and definitions for in class test. 2. Research a ecosystem of your choice and answer questions. 3. Revision for linear exam* Key Questions: “Why does the world have different landscapes?” “Why do animals and plants live in specific locations?” CIAG Careers- ecologist, zoologist, conservationist, meteorologist, hydrologist, climatologist Skills- Problem solving, critical thinking, collaboration

HT5 The Geography of Manchester • Describe the location of Manchester • Explain how Manchester has changed over time • Explain the effects of population growth in Manchester • Explain how historical events have helps to shape Manchester e.g. IRA bombing and industrial revolution • Explain how urban regeneration has helped to improve Manchester • Describe and explain the challenges faced in Manchester Map skills HT1 Population HT2 Industrial revolution KS2 History Industrial revolution Migration Urban regeneration End of topic low stakes quiz to be completed at the end of the topic. Year 7 linear exam? Half termly topic homework sheet with the following tasks: 1. Practise spellings and definitions for in class test. 2. Written piece on how Manchester has changed over time. 3. Revision for linear exam* Key Questions: “Why is Manchester an important city?” “How has Manchester changed over time?” HT6 Mountains • Locate where mountain ranges can be found across the world • Describe and explain how mountains are formed • Describe and explain how the ecosystems and climate varies on a mountain • Explain how animals are adapted to mountain conditions • Explain the opportunities available in mountainous regions • Explain the challenges faced in mountainous regions e.g. climate change Map skills from HT1 Factors affecting climate from HT3 Animal adaptations from HT4 Climate change HT3 Crust Mantle Core Tectonics Altitude Sherpa Mountainous End of topic low stakes quiz to be completed at the end of the topic. Half termly topic homework sheet with the following tasks: 1. Practise spellings and definitions for in class test. 2. Written task on why mountains are unique landforms. 3. Day in the life of a Sherpa diary entry. Key Questions: “Why are mountains unique landforms?” CIAG Careers- volcanologist, climatologist, ecologist, seismologist Skills- problem solving, collaboration, critical thinking

Subject: Geography Year 8 Curriculum Overview 2024-2025 “Let the questions be the curriculum” Socrates Knowledge & Understanding Literacy Skills Literacy Skills and KEY vocab Assessment What is being assessed? Homework/ Independent Learning Composites Components includes understanding of KEY concepts Formal Retrieval if any HT1 Coastal landforms • Locate physical features of the UK coastline • Describe the differences between constructive and destructive waves • Read maps to locate coastal regions • Describe and explain the main coastal processes • Describe and explain the four types of erosion • Explain how different rock types are affected by erosion OS map skills from Y7 HT1 UK physical landscapes Y7 HT2 Human and physical features Y7 HT2 Constructive/ Destructive wave Erosion Transportation Deposition Hard/Soft engineering Description and explanation based extended writing Formative assessment throughout the topic Half termly end of topic tests Half termly topic homework sheet with the following tasks: 1. Research a UK coastal location and write down 5 facts about it. 2. Spelling and definition revision for vocab test in class. 3. Design and annotate a coastal sea defence. Coastal protection • Describe the difference between hard and soft engineering techniques • Explain how hard and soft engineering strategies help to protect the coast • Assess the effectiveness of coastal management strategies • Explain how climate change is posing a threat to coastal locations. Climate change Y7 HT3 Key Questions: “How do physical processes cause the formation of coastal landforms?” “How can engineering help to reduce the risk of coastal erosion?” HT2 Physical geography of China • Map skills to describe the location of China • Describe the physical features of China- rivers, biomes, wildlife • Describe and explain the varying global biomes in China Application of knowledge of map skills from HT1 Ecosystems from Y7 HT4 Manufacturing Distribution Biome(s) Rural-urban migration Urban/Rural area HT2 CSA Formative assessment throughout the topic Half termly end of topic tests Half termly topic homework sheet with the following tasks: 1. Spelling and definition

Human geography of China • Locate the major cities of China • Describe the distribution of China’s population and the UK • Explain the reasons for rural to urban migration in China and the UK. • Describe the working conditions in Chinese factories • Explain the reason for the construction of the Three Gorges Dam. • Assess whether the Three Gorges Dam should have been built. Knowledge of the physical Geography of China Population change Y7 HT2 and HT5 Hydro-electricity Propaganda Comparative writing Description and explanation base extended writing Evaluative writing revision for vocab test in class. 2. Read through the text and answer the comprehension questions. 3. Revision for upcoming CSA. Key Questions: “How has China changed over time?” “Why is China an important country?” CIAG Careers – Engineering, Local Councillor, Conservationist, Cartographer Skills – OS maps, graph, numeracy HT3 Causes of Extreme Weather • Define extreme weather • Identify a range of extreme weather events • Explain the causes of extreme weather events Knowledge of weather and climate from Y7 HT2 Weather Climate Extreme weather Cause(s) Effect(s)/ Impact(s) Response(s) Tropical storm Drought Climate change Global warming Description and explanation base extended writing Evaluative writing Formative assessment throughout the topic Half termly end of topic tests Half termly topic homework sheet with the following tasks: 1. Spelling and definition revision for vocab test in class. 2. Using the Internet, research 2 extreme weather events and compare the effects. 3. Read through the text and answer the comprehension questions. Effects of Extreme Weather • Differentiate and categorise social, economic and environmental effects of extreme weather • Differentiate and categorise primary and secondary effects of extreme weather • Case study examples of extreme weather events Knowledge of social, economic and environmental effects Responses to Extreme Weather • Differentiate and categorise long term and short-term responses to extreme weather events • Explain how the response to extreme weather differs globally • Case study examples of extreme weather events Knowledge of the effects of extreme weather

Impact of Climate Change on Extreme Weather • Explain how the climate is changing • Explain how the changes in climate will affect extreme weather • Analyse graphs to show the impact of climate change on extreme weather events Knowledge of weather and climate from Y7 HT2 Key Questions: “Why does extreme weather happen?” “What are the consequences of extreme weather?” HT4 Location of Africa • Use of atlas to locate Africa • Describe the location of Africa Map and atlas skills from Y7 HT1 Misconception Distribution Population density Drought Opportunities/ Challenges Descriptive writing Description and explanation base extended writing Comparative writing Formative assessment throughout the topic Half termly end of topic tests Half termly topic homework sheet with the following tasks: 1. Physical Geography of Africa • Locate physical features of Africa • Describe the location of physical features of Africa • Describe and explain the biomes found in Africa • Explain the reasons for the diverse physical landscapes of Africa Ecosystems Y7 HT4 and weather and climate from Y7 HT3 Human Geography of Africa • Describe and compare how life in different African countries differs • Explain why Africa is a diverse continent • Explain some of the challenges faced by African countries • Explain the opportunities for development in Africa Knowledge of the physical geography of Africa Key Questions: “Why is Africa so diverse?” CIAG Careers – Meteorologist, Climatologist, Politician, Emergency Services Skills – analysing, map/atlas, communication, debating HT5 Sustainability • Define sustainability • Identify different sustainability issues on a global, national and local scale • Explain why issues with sustainability are becoming an increasing concern • Explain how issues with sustainability can be overcome locally, nationally and globally Climate change from Y7 HT3 Sustainability Unsustainability Renewable/ Non-renewable Greenhouse effect Greenhouse gas Solar/Wind power HT5 Linear exam covering this year’s content Half termly end of topic tests Half termly topic homework sheet with the following tasks: 1. Spelling and definition revision for

vocab test in class. 2. Revision for upcoming linear exam. Key Questions: “Why does the world need to become more sustainable?” HT6 Cold Environments • Describe/explain the distribution of cold environments. • Describe/explain the climate of cold environments. • Explain how living things have adapted to survive in cold environments. • Identify the opportunities and challenges facing humans who live in cold environments. • Identify the threats facing cold environments (e.g. climate change). Use of maps Factors affecting climate from Y7 HT4 Ecosystems Y7 HT4 Sustainability topic in HT5 Precipitation Temperature Adaptation(s) Opportunities Challenges Threat(s) Permafrost Half termly end of topic tests Half termly topic homework sheet with the following tasks: 1. Spelling and definition revision for vocab test in class. 2. Key Questions: “Why are cold environments considered fragile?” CIAG Careers – Engineer, Politician, Sustainability Consultant, Scientist, Climatologist Skills – decision-making, collaboration, map/atlas, numeracy, data interpretation

Subject: Geography Year 9 Curriculum Overview 2024-2025 “Let the questions be the curriculum” Socrates Knowledge & Understanding Literacy Skills Literacy Skills and KEY vocab Assessment What is being assessed? Homework/ Independent Learning Composites Components includes understanding of KEY concepts Formal Retrieval if any HT1 Food insecurity • Understand the importance of food • Explain reasons why some countries around the world have a lack of food • Indicate how development affects access to food • Explain the impact of a lack of food globally • Map skills YR7 • Extreme weather YR8 • Ecosystems YR7 • China YR8 • Sustainability YR8 • Food and nutrition YR8 Science • Food tech YR7and YR8 Imported Food miles Malnutrition Poverty Irrigation Fertiliser Pesticide Famine End of topic low stakes quiz to be completed at the end of the topic. Half termly topic homework sheet with the following tasks: 1. Spelling and definition revision for in class test. 2. Write a letter to your MP. 3. Read the news article and answer questions. Overcoming food insecurity • Explain how the green and gene revolution has helped to reduce food insecurity • Issues with food wastage • Strategies to reduce food waste Key Questions: “Why is food an essential resource?” “Is it possible to overcome food insecurity globally?” HT2 Tectonic hazards • Map skills to describe the distribution of tectonic hazards • The structure of the earth • Describe the movement at plate margins • Explain convection currents in the mantle • Explain the effects of tectonic hazards • Reducing the effects of tectonic hazards • Map skills YR7 • Mountain formation YR7 • Extreme weather YR8 Constructive Destructive Collision Conservative Subduction Magma Mantle Core Crust Hazard End of topic low stakes quiz to be completed at the end of the topic. Half termly topic homework sheet with the following tasks: 1. Spelling and definition revision for in class test. 2. Research a tectonic

hazard event. 3. Design a tectonic hazard awareness poster. Key Questions: “Why are tectonic hazards so destructive?” “How can humans adapt to help reduce the risk faced by tectonic hazards?” CIAG Careers- seismologist, volcanologist, charity work Skills- problem solving, communication, collaboration skills HT3 The Galapagos Islands • Location of the Galapagos Islands • Describe the climatic conditions of the islands • Explain the global importance of the Galapagos Islands • Explanation of the formation of the islands • Food chains of the Galapagos • Issues with sustainability • Protecting and conserving the natural environment – links made to sustainable tourism • Map skills YR7 • Ecosystems YR7 • Climate YR7 • Sustainability YR8 • Evolution YR9 Science Adaptation Conservation Colonisation Producer Consumer Archipelago Endemic Ecotourism End of topic low stakes quiz to be completed at the end of the topic. Linear exam Half termly topic homework sheet with the following tasks: 1. Spelling and definition revision for in class test. 2. Write a travel blog. 3. Revision for linear exam. Key Questions: “Why are the Galapagos Islands unique?” “Why is it important that the Galapagos Islands are conserved?” HT4 The Developing World • Define development • Explain how development can be measured • Assess the effectiveness of development indicators • Explain how countries can be classified based on their development (LIC, NEE, HIC) • Explain the effect of development on sustainability • Ecosystems YR7 • Africa YR8 • Extreme weather YR8 • Tectonic hazards YR9 • Colonialism YR8 History Trade Aid Investment Debt Colonialism Imports Exports Poverty End of topic low stakes quiz to be completed at the end of the topic. Half termly topic homework sheet with the following tasks: 1. Spelling and definition revision for in class test. 2. Research a country of choice and The Development Gap • Describe and explain the reasons for the development gap

• Compare countries to show different levels of development • Explain how the development gap can be reduced find out about its development. 3. Create a presentation on a method to reduce the development gap. Key Questions: “Why do the levels of development differ across the world?” “How can we reduce the development gap?” CIAG Careers- aid worker, politician, ecologist, zoologist Skills- collaboration, decision making, communication HT5 The Profile of a River • Identify and locate the main features of a drainage basin • Describe how the long and cross profile of a river changes from source to mouth • Explain how erosion, deposition and transportation causes changes to the river profile • UK physical landscapes YR7 • Mountains YR7 • Coasts YR8 • Extreme weather YR8 Source Mouth Tributary Confluence Meander Levee Impermeable Saturated Discharge Interception Precipitation End of topic low stakes quiz to be completed at the end of the topic. Linear assessment. Half termly topic homework sheet with the following tasks: 1. Spelling and definition revision for in class test. 2. Research a flood event. 3. Revise for linear assessment. River Flooding • Explain the human and physical causes of river flooding • Explain the social, environmental and economic effects of flooding • Explain the short- and long-term responses to flooding events • UK case study of river flooding Key Questions: “Why do rivers change from source to mouth?” “How can we reduce the risk of flooding?” HT6 GIS • Define what a geographical information system is • Identify the different uses of GIS • Explain the usefulness of GIS • Map skills YR7 • China YR8 • Africa YR8 Hypothesis Primary Secondary Conclusion Evaluation Reliability Accuracy End of topic low stakes quiz to be completed at the end of the topic. Half termly topic homework sheet with the following tasks: 1. Spelling and definition revision for Fieldwork • Describe the process of a fieldwork investigation

• Collect primary and secondary data • Process and present data using appropriate methods • Analyse and conclude findings on fieldwork • Evaluate fieldwork enquiry in class test. 2. Research a job that requires GIS. Key Questions: “How can we use GIS to further our understanding of the world around us?” “How can we test geographical theory?” CIAG Careers- GIS analyst, police officer, flood risk modeller, researcher, town planner Skills- collaborative skills, cartographic skills, ICT skills