History & Geography

Whilst we generally follow the National Curriculum in England for History and Geography, much use is made of our local and international context and environment. Geneva and its surroundings provide a rich diversity of culture, language, history and geographical features ensuring that children have first-hand experience on which to build their understanding.

Excursions to museums and other places of interest take full advantage of learning out of the classroom.

We look to encourage an interest in the world, its history and its people. Children learn how other people live and have lived, making the most of connections within our own community of students and staff when we can. Emphasis is put on the ability to find information from a variety of sources, to communicate findings through an appropriate medium, to interpret texts, pictures, charts and maps, and to evaluate information.

History and Geography provide opportunities to explore Geneva and surrounding areas in a different light, reinforcing French vocabulary and ties with the local culture. Regular outings enable children to experience topics they have studied in class in the real world, including the weather and seasons, urban layouts, map reading, and to understand the importance of local landmarks such as St Peter’s Cathedral, the Reformation wall or the History and Art Museum in Geneva.