Staff : Miss Stewart – Teacher of Geography and Travel and Tourism
Aims of the Department
The Geography Department at St. Joseph’s College provides an engaging and supportive learning environment where pupils can explore the world around them and develop key skills for life. We aim to:
- Promote respect, inclusivity, and kindness by developing an understanding of people, places, cultures, and the environment.
- Equip pupils with transferable skills such as critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving through quizzes and retrieval to prepare them for future opportunities.
- Encourage personal growth and community contribution by fostering curiosity, responsibility, and a commitment to sustainable living.
Curriculum Overview
Key Stage 3
- Pupils explore a broad and engaging curriculum, developing their understanding of the world around them through a wide variety of topics. They will develop essential geographical skills including map skills, and study diverse physical and human geography topics such as rivers, coasts, rainforests, and the geography of fast fashion. They also use geographical tools and data to investigate and understand contemporary global issues.
Key Stage 4
At KS4, pupils follow the Pearson BTEC First Level 1/2 qualification in Travel and Tourism, focusing on:
- UK Travel and Tourism Industry and destinations (exploring the scope and importance of the industry within the UK)
- Customer Experience in Travel and Tourism (understanding how to deliver excellent customer service within the travel sector)
- International Destinations (researching and analysing the appeal and characteristics of various global travel destinations)
This provides a solid foundation for further study while building confidence and a deeper understanding and enjoyment of geography and its real-world applications.
The geography department inspires pupils to explore the world, understand its challenges, and contribute positively to society.
