Leading Primary Geography

This 3 session online course has been developed to support geography subject leaders to create a fresh, motivating and relevant Primary Geography curriculum. 

This busy programme is packed with approaches that will help you to lead your subject confidently and is an opportunity to get together with other colleagues interested in primary Geography.  In addition to exploring the primary Geography curriculum and the other factors we should consider when it comes to curriculum making in Geography, we will take some time to share some engaging Geography teaching ideas too.

Leading Primary Geography 1: 13/10/26 (1530 for a 1545 formal start and through to 1730) - Curriculum making - We will explore aspects that might be relevant when curriculum making in Geography. You will take away an idea of what quality geography looks and feels like.

Leading Primary Geography 2: 23/2/27 (1530 for a 1545 formal start and through to 1730): - Geographical Skills - We consider the geographical skills that cover: vocab, graphicacy, enquiry, maps, critical thinking and fieldwork. We will be sure to share a few activities that you can use with children to develop their skills and you will undertake a short fieldwork exercise.

Leading Primary Geography 3: 25/5/27 (1530 for a 1545 formal start and through to 1730): - The role of the Geography Subject Leader - We will explore your own journey as a subject lead for Geography, what the role entails, your subject leader file, resources and ways of reflecting on your subject. We hope also to have time to share a starting point for considering progression in primary geography.

Non Partners £80 per person per session

FREE to Partner Schools

Here is some feedback from recent courses:

– Subject Leads Network Meeting (Learning Partnership) May 2023

“Brilliant as always! Thank you Nell ????”

“Many thanks Nell – loved the book and the ideas that came from it!”

“Thank you again Nell, the part on assessment was really useful as I’m looking at this for our action plan at the moment!”

“Will definitely be joining you again Nell, thank you.”

– Leading Primary Geography – Subject Leadership (Learning Partnership) May 2023

“I enjoy the sessions as they’re laid back and inclusive for all levels of subject leadership. I feel that I have a good grasp of the 3 main aims from the start and I’m looking forward to setting up a proper folder! I have a clearer idea of my roles and responsibilities and I will look at the areas I have to develop and see what I can start doing. Thank you.”

“I’m going away with extra knowledge about leading Geography. Following today I will make an effort to talk to colleagues about their Geographical links. I have enjoyed the session and have lots to share. Thank you.”

“As always, a supportive session. I always feel the breakout task is of benefit as it gives us chance to share ideas and hear the views of others. Looking forward to talking with staff and using some of the resources about auditing.”

– Leading Primary Geography – Geographical Skills (Learning Partnership) March 2023

“I’m going away more confident and enthusiastic to plan fieldwork, including map making. I will also be able to feed back at a staff meeting to other members of staff. Many thanks.”

“I’ve learnt a lot; I’m new to geography leading so I didn’t know what to expect. I like the ideas for activities and I’m looking forward to doing the fieldwork audit. I feel much more enthusiastic about fieldwork.”

“There was lots of information and practical activities to use with my own class and to share with colleagues. Some useful knowledge for an amateur Geography lead. Thank you.”

“Thank you for today. I’m looking forward to sharing ideas from today with the rest of the staff team. Great ideas for fieldwork and mapping resources.”

Nell Seal

Nell is an educator, trainer, and ecologist passionate about helping teachers bring geography and outdoor learning to life.

With over 25 years’ experience across schools, field centres, and national organisations, she has seen how powerful it is when children connect deeply with place and nature. Through Salix Education, she designs and delivers practical, curriculum-aligned CPD that gives teachers the confidence, ideas, and inspiration to take learning beyond the classroom.

Her background combines academic rigour with hands-on experience: a first-class BSc in Ecology, an MSc (Distinction) in Applied Ecology and Conservation from UEA, and qualified teacher status specialising in geography. She has worked as an advisory teacher and centre leader for Norfolk County Council, managed quality assurance schemes for the Forest School Association, and delivered training in partnership with the Geographical Association and the Learning Partnership.

Alongside my consultancy, she is a Level 3 Forest School Leader, running long-term Forest School sessions for Year 1 children at her local school: a grounding reminder of why this work matters!

She cares deeply about professional integrity, quality learning experiences, and nurturing curiosity about the world. Her sessions are known for being practical, reflective, and rooted in real-world classroom and outdoor contexts