Key
Stage 3
Geography is compulsory in Years 7-9.
In each year students attend 3x1hr
lessons per fortnight.
In Years 7&8 the subject is taught
in mixed ability tutor groups.
In Year 9 students are taught in ability
groupings.
In Year 7 classes are taught Geography,
History and R.E. by the same teacher
who m ay be from one of the other
departments. There is close collaboration
to ensure the quality of teaching.
Key Stage
4
Geography is one of the most popular
optional subjects. It is taught
in mixed ability groups.
We consistently achieve very good
GCSE results (please see GCSE section)
Students study for 5x1hr lessons
per fortnightly cycle.
AS/A2
Level
Geography is a very popular subject
and has achieved very high grades
(see AS/A2 sections). Students are
taught by 3 teachers to maximise
our staff specialities. At AS Level
there are 9 lessons per fortnight
and at A2 level 8.