It is essential that children understand where they are in the world and their responsibility as local, national and global citizens. At Paxton Academy, we aim to foster children’s curiosity and fascination about the ever-changing world we live in and the diverse people and places within it. Children develop their knowledge of the world, the human impact on it and the natural and physical processes of it.
Learning each term is centred around a key enquiry question. Children are provided with:
· Weekly geography lessons (every other half term on rotation with history)
· Regular reviews of previously taught knowledge to commit to long term memory
· Clear progression of knowledge and the development of skills throughout the half term
· Knowledge and skills which are consistently consolidated, developed and extended
· Termly fieldwork opportunities
· Access to a range of resources
To ensure consistency throughout the school, leaders ensure that:
· Staff receive regular planning support
· Topics are reviewed to meet the needs of pupils
· Links are made with other curriculum areas, including English, Art and Design and Design and Technology
· Half termly book looks, planning scrutiny and pupil voice to ensure consistency and provide clear next steps
· Learning walks provide opportunities for both formal and informal feedback
· Regular investment in up to date resources
As a result of this, pupils make good progress from their starting points and teaching and learning is consistent.
