Today saw me head over to the University of Gloucestershire’s Francis Close Hall Campus in Cheltenham for a geography GIS day. GlosGeog, Gloucestershire’s local Geographical Association (GA) branch, had supported this event through sourcing input for two of the workshops and promotion. Whilst GlosGeog had been keen to organise a day earlier in the academic year, this was not feasible …
GlosGeog’s first virtual speaker session of 2026!
This afternoon, GlosGeog, Gloucestershire’s local Geographical Association (GA) branch, welcomed 17 schools, largely from the south west of England, to hear Dr Billy Clayton (a Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader for Human Geography at the University of the West of England [UWE]) talk about ‘Changing places – Banksy and BLM: Cultural change in Bristol‘. Bristol is a case study referenced …
Virtual Primary Geography Subject Leader Network (PGSLN) meeting number 3!
Whilst the weeks when we hold in situ and virtual Primary Geography Subject Leader Network meetings are rather manic, I do enjoy them. Engaging with so many teachers over the course of two days (more than 65 from all areas of the UK), supporting and inspiring them in the process, is extremely rewarding. I also gain an insight into what …
Manchester calls for the Geographical Association (GA) Annual Conference 2024!
A long drive, but well worth it to catch up with many individuals and have my spot of immersive CPD! Well done to all at the GA, who work tirelessly to ensure that things run smoothly and there is something for everyone. I am already looking forward to the next one, which has the bonus of being a little closer …
Gloucestershire School Improvement (GLOSSI) Primary Geography Subject Leader Network Meeting (3)
Whilst we were waiting for everyone to arrive and settle, I suggested that individuals may wish to access the latest Primary Newsbites on geography southwest’s website (https://www.geographysouthwest.co.uk/primary/primary-news/). It contains numerous teaching ideas, plus links to new resources, useful websites, forthcoming events and CPD offerings, which are relevant to those throughout the UK, not just within the south west region of England. …
Geographical Association (GA) In the Know webinar series
Following a break for half-term, it was time, once again, to reconvene for another webinar in this series of six linked to the Geographical Association (GA)’s In the Know online resources. These webinars are a quick, easy and cost-effective means of updating your subject knowlege, whether you are a Geography Subject Leader, experienced classroom teacher, ECT or trainee. Further details about the series can be found by accessing …
Virtual Primary Humanities Network meeting (Term 6)
Trying to fit a virtual Primary Humanities Network meeting into a busy Term 6 is not easy, but we managed it! Our ‘real time’ numbers were slightly less than usual as several regulars were away on residential trips, could not gain cover due to sickness among colleagues or had Parents’ Consultation afternoons, Sports Day, etc. to attend. Nevertheless, there was …
geography southwest Conference, University of the West of England (UWE), Bristol
Well, what a buzz there was in the Department of Geography and Environmental Management at UWE today (https://www.uwe.ac.uk/about/faculties-and-departments/environment-and-technology/geography-and-environmental-management)! I was there to support Simon Ross and John Davidson, the founders of the geography southwest website (https://www.geographysouthwest.co.uk/) and Harry West, Senior Lecturer in Geography and Environmental Management at UWE (https://people.uwe.ac.uk/Person/HarryWest), with the registration process, as well as having the opportunity to …
Geographical Association (GA)’s In the Know webinar series
(Webinar 5: Settlements)
This week’s ‘In the Know’ webinar took the theme of ‘Settlements’, one with strong links to history too. Our ‘real time’ audience was somewhat depleted this week; I think teachers were keen to enjoy some sunshine after school! Nevertheless, a few individuals had sent apologies in advance of the session as they had school events to attend or were away …
Virtual Primary Humanities Network meeting – Term 6: ‘Reflecting geographies’
Just a handful of the ‘concluding comments’ from those who attended our previous Primary Humanities Network meeting in ‘real time’ or accessed the recording and accompanying resources to review at later date: Thanks for another fab session. Thanks to everyone for their contributions, it’s really good to get to know other Subject Leaders. Many things to investigate further! Full of …