‘Geography is concerned with the study of places, the human and physical processes which shape them and the people who live in them. It helps us to make sense of our surroundings and to gain a better appreciation and understanding of the variety of physical and human conditions on the earth’s surface.

Geography underpins a lifelong ‘conversation’ about the earth as the home of humankind’

Geography is challenging, motivating, topical and engaging. In our diverse society students need, more than ever before, to understand other people and cultures. The Coombeshead Geography department believes that geographical knowledge, concepts and skills are essential components of a broad and balanced curriculum. Geography makes a major contribution to students’ physical, intellectual, social and emotional development.

As Professor Andrew Goudie puts it, ‘What other subject tells us so much about the great issues of our age?’

Geography must be a rigorous study of the real world. It must seek explanations about how the world works and help us think about alternative futures.