Year 8: Catterick Town Centre Regeneration

Year 8 Geography pupils recently embarked on a hands-on exploration of urban regeneration, focusing on the significant £21 million Catterick Town Centre Regeneration Project.

During their geography lesson, pupils visited Shute Road to observe the project's progress first hand. They witnessed the demolition of derelict buildings and the emergence of brownfield sites, now ready for new construction.

To assess the regeneration's impact, pupils conducted an environmental quality survey directly on the site. This was complemented by two further surveys: one completed in the classroom using pre-demolition photographs, and another utilising architects' drawings to evaluate the proposed scheme. Pupils then plotted their results on radar diagrams, enabling them to draw conclusions on whether the Catterick Town Centre Regeneration project is likely to improve the environment of Shute Road and its surrounding areas.

Well done, Year 8! Your engagement and learning during the field trips were excellent. Experiences like this, learning outside the classroom, are incredibly valuable.

Year 7: Exploring Rivers at Colburn Beck

This half term, Year 7 geographers put their classroom knowledge of rivers into practice by embarking on an insightful field trip to Colburn Beck. This nearby natural setting, just a short walk from school, served as an ideal outdoor classroom to deepen their understanding of river processes.

During their field trip, pupils observed key hydrological concepts firsthand. They investigated the differences between permeable surfaces and impermeable surfaces, and infiltration and surface runoff, understanding their direct links to flooding. Furthermore, they closely examined the shape of the valley sides and the river channel itself, discussing the natural processes that influence these formations.

The trip also provided an excellent opportunity to study various flood prevention strategies, with pupils identifying different types of engineering, including both hard and soft methods. It was truly remarkable to discover just how much practical geography exists within walking distance of the school!

A big thank you to all the staff who supported the field trips; we couldn't do it without you!

Mr Sherwood (Head of Humanities Faculty)

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