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United Kingdom Year 3 National Curriculum - Geography

This document details the course entries for the United Kingdom Year 3 National Curriculum - Geography.

Understanding the UK: Students learn to differentiate between the British Isles, Great Britain, and the United Kingdom. They also learn to locate and name the main islands surrounding the UK.
European and Global Locations: Students learn to locate and name at least eight European countries. They also learn to name at least four countries each from the Southern and Northern hemispheres.

UK and Contrasting Non-European Area: Students study the human and physical geography of a small area within the United Kingdom and compare it to a small area in a contrasting non-European country. This helps them understand geographical similarities and differences.
Understanding Regions: Students develop an understanding of what constitutes a 'region' and its characteristics.

Defining Features: Students learn to identify and differentiate between human and physical geographical features. Human features are those created by humans, while physical features are natural.
UK Focus: Students learn to identify and describe human and physical features within the United Kingdom.
Examples of Features: Examples of human features include cities, towns, villages, factories, farms, and offices. Examples of physical features include mountains, rivers, coasts, and seas.

Using Tools: Students learn to use maps, atlases, globes, and digital/computer mapping to locate countries and describe features studied.
Fieldwork Techniques: Students develop basic fieldwork and observational skills to study the geography of their school and its surrounding area. This includes observing, collecting, recording, and interpreting geographical data.
Map Skills: Students develop map skills, including using compass points to describe locations.