Geography
The words of Michael Palin have had a real resonance in geography lessons this term. Year 10 and 11 have
been studying a topic called ‘The Challenge of Managing Resources’ which looks at the significance of food,
water and energy consumption on the economic and social wellbeing of the global population. The topic also
required students to complete an in-depth study on the resources available to the UK.
Students have
examined the growing demand for high-value food exports from low income countries and the impact
transporting this food has on the environment. Students have questioned the sustainability of the UK’s
resource management strategies both at present and into the future.
Key Stage 3 have worked really hard this term. Year 7
should now have a wide range of geographical skills so
they need never be lost again!
They are currently
studying a topic all about the UK; so far they have found
out where the highest population densities are and where
in the UK you would earn the highest wages. Year 8 are
currently investigating why we have earthquakes and
volcanoes; the students have a genuine interest in this
topic and have been asking some brilliant questions.