Geography is simply everywhere. It is about the exciting, interconnected world in which we live and is a unique, holistic subject which requires a knowledge and understanding of both natural and human processes and, more especially, their interactions. Throughout their time at KES, pupils will cover a curriculum that is broad, exciting, topical and stimulating, covering physical and human geography as well as environmental issues. The wide range of skills often utilised by geographers are developed, enabling students to make sense of their complex, dynamic and inter-related world and to evaluate issues at a range of scales. Geography is a robust academic subject and our courses extend beyond the classroom wherever possible with fieldwork being an essential part of what we do. We ensure that all key stages are involved in fieldwork, whether it is in the School grounds, in Bath or further afield. Spatial data is incredibly important in our world and pupils become adept at collecting, presenting and analysing these as they utilise ICT and Geographical Information Systems to enhance their work and understanding of their world. Geography is taught by a team of highly qualified teachers who are passionate about the subject and who constantly seek ways to make the subject stimulating and challenging yet accessible to all. Geography explains the past, illuminates the present and prepares us for the future. What could be more important than that? MICHAEL PALIN. GCSE Geography is a popular subject at GCSE, where we follow the AQA specification. The course is a balance of physical and human geography with pupils exploring a range of case studies from low income countries, newly emerging economies to high income countries. Topics covered include climate change, landforms and processes, natural hazards, poverty, urban change, deprivation and global shifts in economic power as well as the sustainable use of resources. Throughout, pupils understand the interconnectedness of our world as they are encouraged to consider the influences of stakeholders, different attitudes, viewpoints and values. Human and physical fieldwork are undertaken, building and extending the skills acquired in Years 7-9. A LEVEL Geography is popular at A Level where we follow the OCR specification. The A Level is relevant to many of the issues faced by societies. Climate change is considered with a thorough understanding of the water and carbon cycles, whilst the dynamism and identity of places is investigated. The A Level is a lovely blend of geographical theories and skills which are linked to detailed case studies such as the diffusion of diseases at different scales. the ability of countries to deliver basic human rights, the importance and implications of global migration and how the water and carbon cycles differ throughout the world and how they are changing. Systems, globalisation, interdependence and identity are at the heart of this fascinating and topical course. Fieldwork is essential, with a day trip to Cardiff and a residential fieldtrip to Swansea, both vital preparation for the Independent Investigation which is 20% of the A Level. The A Level course is very successful and each year several pupils continue to read Geography at University.
Places for entry into Year 12 will be offered on the basis of a satisfactory report from the pupil’s present school and a series of short interviews with the Headmaster or one of the Deputy Heads, the Head of Sixth Form or a Senior Sixth Form Tutor, and two subject interviews with Heads of Departments. Pupils looking to join the Sixth Form must reach a minimum target for entry, consisting of: GCSE grade 4 or IGCSE grade 4 or C or above in English Language and Mathematics (grades 6 or B or above are preferable). A minimum point score of 54 (taken from the 9 best subjects including English Language and Mathematics) with points taken at face value for numerical grades or for alphabetical grades as follows: 8 points for an A*, 7 for an A, 6 for a B, and 5 for a C. Short courses and grades below 4 or C are not counted for the purposes of entry scores It is recommended that pupils also gain GCSE grade 7 or IGCSE grade 7 or A or above in the subjects chosen for A Level or in allied subjects for A Levels that were not studied at GCSE (eg Physics for Electronics)
Fieldwork is essential, with a day trip to Cardiff and a residential fieldtrip to Swansea, both vital preparation for the Independent Investigation which is 20% of the A Level. The A Level course is very successful and each year several pupils continue to read Geography at University.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £16,950 - £17,250 |
| Address | North Road, Bath, BA2 6HU |
Geography is simply everywhere. It is about the exciting, interconnected world in which we live and is a unique, holistic subject which requires a knowledge and understanding of both natural and human processes and, more especially, their interactions. Throughout their time at KES, pupils will cover a curriculum that is broad, exciting, topical and stimulating, covering physical and human geography as well as environmental issues. The wide range of skills often utilised by geographers are developed, enabling students to make sense of their complex, dynamic and inter-related world and to evaluate issues at a range of scales. Geography is a robust academic subject and our courses extend beyond the classroom wherever possible with fieldwork being an essential part of what we do. We ensure that all key stages are involved in fieldwork, whether it is in the School grounds, in Bath or further afield. Spatial data is incredibly important in our world and pupils become adept at collecting, presenting and analysing these as they utilise ICT and Geographical Information Systems to enhance their work and understanding of their world. Geography is taught by a team of highly qualified teachers who are passionate about the subject and who constantly seek ways to make the subject stimulating and challenging yet accessible to all. Geography explains the past, illuminates the present and prepares us for the future. What could be more important than that? MICHAEL PALIN. GCSE Geography is a popular subject at GCSE, where we follow the AQA specification. The course is a balance of physical and human geography with pupils exploring a range of case studies from low income countries, newly emerging economies to high income countries. Topics covered include climate change, landforms and processes, natural hazards, poverty, urban change, deprivation and global shifts in economic power as well as the sustainable use of resources. Throughout, pupils understand the interconnectedness of our world as they are encouraged to consider the influences of stakeholders, different attitudes, viewpoints and values. Human and physical fieldwork are undertaken, building and extending the skills acquired in Years 7-9. A LEVEL Geography is popular at A Level where we follow the OCR specification. The A Level is relevant to many of the issues faced by societies. Climate change is considered with a thorough understanding of the water and carbon cycles, whilst the dynamism and identity of places is investigated. The A Level is a lovely blend of geographical theories and skills which are linked to detailed case studies such as the diffusion of diseases at different scales. the ability of countries to deliver basic human rights, the importance and implications of global migration and how the water and carbon cycles differ throughout the world and how they are changing. Systems, globalisation, interdependence and identity are at the heart of this fascinating and topical course. Fieldwork is essential, with a day trip to Cardiff and a residential fieldtrip to Swansea, both vital preparation for the Independent Investigation which is 20% of the A Level. The A Level course is very successful and each year several pupils continue to read Geography at University.
Places for entry into Year 12 will be offered on the basis of a satisfactory report from the pupil’s present school and a series of short interviews with the Headmaster or one of the Deputy Heads, the Head of Sixth Form or a Senior Sixth Form Tutor, and two subject interviews with Heads of Departments. Pupils looking to join the Sixth Form must reach a minimum target for entry, consisting of: GCSE grade 4 or IGCSE grade 4 or C or above in English Language and Mathematics (grades 6 or B or above are preferable). A minimum point score of 54 (taken from the 9 best subjects including English Language and Mathematics) with points taken at face value for numerical grades or for alphabetical grades as follows: 8 points for an A*, 7 for an A, 6 for a B, and 5 for a C. Short courses and grades below 4 or C are not counted for the purposes of entry scores It is recommended that pupils also gain GCSE grade 7 or IGCSE grade 7 or A or above in the subjects chosen for A Level or in allied subjects for A Levels that were not studied at GCSE (eg Physics for Electronics)
Fieldwork is essential, with a day trip to Cardiff and a residential fieldtrip to Swansea, both vital preparation for the Independent Investigation which is 20% of the A Level. The A Level course is very successful and each year several pupils continue to read Geography at University.