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Thursday, April 17
 

9:00am BST

Making connections through co-planning conversations
Thursday April 17, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am BST
206
Co-planning is an approach to mentoring that encourages teachers to develop lessons collaboratively, benefitting both mentors and mentees. This workshop will provide everyone who engages in mentoring conversations – mentors, ITE tutors, ECTs and trainees – with ideas to support co-planning conversations. Participants will take away useful strategies that they can put into practice.
Speakers
avatar for Julia Mackintosh

Julia Mackintosh

Senior Lecturer, University of Hertfordshire
I am a senior lecturer at the University of Hertfordshire, leading primary geography provision on Primary PGCE and BEd programmes.I am also the primary geography Associate Consultant for NASBTT.Please come and talk to me about all things related to primary geography!
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avatar for Dr Emma Rawlings Smith

Dr Emma Rawlings Smith

Chair GA Teacher Education Phase Committee, University of Southampton
I am a Lecturer in Sustainability and Geography Education, PGCE Geography Lead and active researcher in the fields of teacher education and geography education at the University of Southampton. Do come and talk to me about all things geography!
Exhibitors
avatar for GA Teacher Education Phase Committee

GA Teacher Education Phase Committee

The purpose of the Teacher Education Phase Committee (TEPC) is to support GA members and others by reviewing the educational landscape as it affects teacher education, looking for patterns, connections, issues and implications and by initiating actions in response. This will involve:monitoring... Read More →
Thursday April 17, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am BST
206 Oxford Brookes University,Headington Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 0BP
  Cross phase

9:00am BST

Sustainability Support for Education
Thursday April 17, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am BST
JHB lecture theatre
The DfE has commissioned three flagship initiatives supporting education settings to become more sustainable and confront the climate and nature emergencies: the Sustainability Support for Education hub; Climate Ambassadors; and the National Education Nature Park. Find out about what free resources are available and how your whole education community can get involved.
Speakers
avatar for Juanita Shepherd

Juanita Shepherd

Policy Lead, Sustainability Support Programme, Department for Education
Juanita is a former geography teacher and now a Policy Lead at the Department for Education on the Sustainability Support Programme. Ask her about the support available to education settings (EY-FE) to take their first steps or reach their highest ambitions on their sustainability... Read More →
Thursday April 17, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am BST
JHB lecture theatre Oxford Brookes University,Headington Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 0BP
  Cross phase

9:00am BST

A relational approach to decolonising geography teaching
Thursday April 17, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am BST
203
Approaches to the teaching of geography are predominantly based on a colonial logic of separation that views phenomena as objects to be studied and classified, rather than on the understanding that all beings in the world, human and non-human, are interconnected and interdependent. A logic of separation also separates the overall purpose of the discipline from its past. In this session I argue for the inclusion of a relational approach to decolonising geography teaching that locates the subject in the context of its establishment as an academic discipline in the 19th century, and I consider the implications for our practices in the context of the potential of geography education to foster the sustainability of all life on the planet.
Speakers
avatar for Dr Fran Martin

Dr Fran Martin

Honorary Research Fellow, University of Exeter
I’ve long been interested in the Geographies of Difference, which was the theme of my presidential year in 2012. Since then my interests have expanded to include decolonising educational relationships and what this might mean for geography education. Please find me to chat about... Read More →
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A relational approach to decolonising geography teaching pptx
Thursday April 17, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am BST
203 Oxford Brookes University,Headington Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 0BP
  Secondary

10:00am BST

Nairobi National Park – A case study of connected geographies
Thursday April 17, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am BST
JHB lecture theatre
This session explores the dynamic interplay between urban development and natural ecosystems. It examines how Nairobi National Park, uniquely situated adjacent to a major city, embodies the challenges and opportunities of balancing wildlife conservation with urban expansion. The presentation will highlight key aspects such as: human-wildlife interactions; ecological corridors; conservation strategies; and the socio-economic impact on surrounding communities, offering insight into sustainable coexistence.
Speakers
avatar for Paras Chandaria

Paras Chandaria

Wildlife Photographer / Safari Planner, WOW Safaris Ltd
I am a passionate advocate for wildlife conservation and sustainable tourism, with a particular focus on the delicate balance between urban development and natural ecosystems. My work centers on highlighting the unique role of Nairobi National Park as a vital conservation area situated... Read More →
Thursday April 17, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am BST
JHB lecture theatre Oxford Brookes University,Headington Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 0BP
  Headline lecture

11:00am BST

50 years of Teaching Geography
Thursday April 17, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am BST
The Forum
2025 marks the 50th anniversary of our Teaching Geography journal. Join us in the morning break of 17 April to celebrate this milestone with us and find out about how you can get involved with our journals.



Speakers
avatar for Dr Richard Bustin

Dr Richard Bustin

Head of Geography, Lancing College
Thursday April 17, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am BST
The Forum Oxford Brookes University,Headington Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 0BP
  Fringe event

11:30am BST

Meeting in the middle: walk to collaborative futures for teachers and researchers 
Thursday April 17, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm BST
201
Attendees will hear brief summaries of geography education research from presenters who'll connect it to day-to-day classroom and curriculum development. We'll then host a 'world café' session to encourage discussions, which will continue over drinks and snacks afterwards. Our session will suit teachers who want to learn from research.
This session is sponsored by Oxford University Press.
Speakers
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Dr Xin Miao

Postdoctoral Research Fellow, East China Normal University; University of Stirling
geographies; sustainability; textbook;
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David Alcock

Geography Teacher, Bradford Grammar School and OUP Author
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Dr Susan Pike

Assistant Professor in Geography Education, Trinity College Dublin
I am a teacher, lecturer and researcher. I teach and support wonderful new teachers taking their Professional Masters in Education in Geography. My research focuses on students’ experiences of learning in Geography and Sustainability Education in schools. I’m looking forward... Read More →
Exhibitors
avatar for GA Geography Education Research SIG

GA Geography Education Research SIG

The Geography Education Research Special Interest Group (GERSIG) supports the geography education community to access, use and take part in geography education research.GERSIG was established in 2022,  emerging from the Geography Education Working Group (GERWG). Annually at the... Read More →
Thursday April 17, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm BST
201 Oxford Brookes University,Headington Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 0BP
  Cross phase

11:30am BST

How can understanding early years benefit geography educators?
Thursday April 17, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm BST
207
This workshop will explore connections between early years geography and wider geography education. Key pedagogy and practice from early years education will be highlighted, and participants will be guided to explore connections with their own practice. This will provide an opportunity to reflect on individual and collective roles and raise awareness of subject development, starting from our youngest learners.
Speakers
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Sarah Sprake

Early Years adviser, Norfolk County Council
Thursday April 17, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm BST
207 Oxford Brookes University,Headington Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 0BP
  Primary

11:30am BST

Collaborative planning for climate action in your school with the Climate Ambassadors scheme
Thursday April 17, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm BST
Executive suite
In 2022, the DfE mandated that all schools in England have a Climate Action Plan focusing on decarbonisation, adaptation, climate education and biodiversity. Join regional hub managers from the DfE-funded Climate Ambassadors scheme for a collaborative workshop to find out how the scheme can help you, as well as generating ideas that will empower you to support your school in taking meaningful climate action.

Session outline:
  1. Brief overview of the DfE Climate Change and Sustainability Education Strategy and Climate Action Plans
  2. Case study from Northern Ireland - Mapping trees using GIS: how it fits with all four pillars of a Climate Action Plan (with thanks to Alistair Hamill, Lurgan College)
  3. Activity - designing a sustainable school
  4. Next steps for when you return to school: how Geography specialists can be empowering forces for action

Hosted by:
  • Kit Marie Rackley (Climate Ambassadors East of England Regional Hub Manager, UEA Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research)
  • Claire Gilbert (Climate Ambassador, Climate Ed)
  • Aideen Foley (Climate Ambassador, BBK)

If you can't make this session, please come and visit us at the Environment Agency's exhibition stall for a chat on Thursday 10:00-11:15, 12:30-15:30.
Speakers
avatar for Kit Marie Rackley

Kit Marie Rackley

Climate Ambassadors East of England Regional Hub Manager, and consultant to the GA., University of East Anglia
Kit Marie Rackley (she/they) is the East of England’s regional coordinator for the nation-wide Climate Ambassadors scheme and related schemes to support educational establishments with their DfE Climate Change and Sustainability Education Strategy efforts. She has 13 years experience... Read More →
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Emma Baines

Climate Ambassadors West Midlands Regional Hub Manager, Keele University

GAConf25 Climate Ambassadors PRESENTATION pdf
Primary Geography Sustainable School Ideas jpg
Registering as a Climate Ambassador (Step by Step Guide Feb 25) pdf
How to Request a Climate Ambassador pdf
Thursday April 17, 2025 11:30am - 12:20pm BST
Executive suite Oxford Brookes University,Headington Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 0BP
  Subject leader

2:00pm BST

You can measure every pebble! Drone flight to virtual fieldwork resources
Thursday April 17, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm BST
Chakrabarti room
In this exciting workshop In View Assets and Esri UK introduce cutting edge virtual fieldwork resources developed from high resolution drone scanning, free and accessible for all! Discover how you can make use of these resources whatever your classroom’s IT provision - from engaging front of class material to immersive VR experiences. Talk to the pilots who flew the mission to learn how they were made and similar uses of this technology in the world of work.
Speakers
avatar for David Holmes

David Holmes

Founder and Director, InView Assets
A geospatial expert and professional drone pilot with CAA approval for commercial operation behind a Somerset-based technology-focused business. InView Assets is a leading UAV aerial survey and geographic data company. Providing customers with unique and cost-effective geo-spatial... Read More →
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Sponsors
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esri

Developed by Esri, ArcGIS Online is a complete, cloud-based mapping platform that makes teaching with GIS easy. There is no install, you just need a browser to get started. ArcGIS Online works on PCs, Macs and mobile devices. Visit their stand to find out more.
Thursday April 17, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm BST
Chakrabarti room Oxford Brookes University,Headington Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 0BP
  Sponsored session

3:30pm BST

Curriculum debates
Thursday April 17, 2025 3:30pm - 4:20pm BST
203
A jointly hosted GA/UCL Institute of Education debate to discuss the review of the Geography National Curriculum. Speakers will offer their own views about what they think the curriculum gets right and where they see room for improvement. 
Speakers
avatar for Dr Alex Standish

Dr Alex Standish

Associate Professor of Geography Education, UCL Institute of Education
Researching knowledge and the curriculum. Teaching PGCE, MA and PhD at University College London. 
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avatar for Dr Richard Bustin

Dr Richard Bustin

Head of Geography, Lancing College
avatar for Hope Nyabienda

Hope Nyabienda

Teacher, Decolonising Geography
I’m a Geography Teacher based at Finchley Catholic High School. I am also a member of the Decolonising Geography Collective. Making Geographical knowledge decolonised makes for a more equitable geographical education.
avatar for Steve Brace

Steve Brace

Chief Executive, The Geographical Association
Looking forward to meeting lots of the GA's members, listening to some great presentations and seeing the wide range of support available for geography teachers on show in the exhibition 
Thursday April 17, 2025 3:30pm - 4:20pm BST
203 Oxford Brookes University,Headington Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 0BP
  Cross phase

3:30pm BST

You don't know what you got 'til it's gone' – Joni Mitchell
Thursday April 17, 2025 3:30pm - 4:20pm BST
207
The destruction of the tree at Sycamore Gap sparked outpourings of grief for these often underappreciated 'sentinels of time'. We'll explore the significance of trees in our lives spiritually, emotionally and physically. Engaging with a series of activities available in Primary Geography, you'll discover how a 'tree curriculum' can offer children hopeful and positive understandings of their world.
Speakers
avatar for Steve Rawlinson

Steve Rawlinson

Independent Consultant - President of the GA (2015-16), Chair of the Primary Geography Editorial Board 2009-2022,, Wildthinkers
Steve Rawlinson, FRGS President of the Geographical Association (2015-16) Chair of the Primary Geography Editorial Board (2009-2022) Co-Convenor of the Charney Manor Primary Geography Conference Principal Lecturer in Geography Education Northumbria University from 1991-2012 A... Read More →
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Dr Tessa Willy

Chair of the Primary Geography Editorial Board
S Rawlinson, Sycamore Gap pptx
Thursday April 17, 2025 3:30pm - 4:20pm BST
207 Oxford Brookes University,Headington Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 0BP
  Cross phase

3:30pm BST

Homelessness policy and practice: the geographical connection
Thursday April 17, 2025 3:30pm - 4:20pm BST
JHB lecture theatre
We know a lot about what works to end homelessness, and yet it remains a major global injustice. This presentation will draw upon two decades of geographical research and ongoing efforts to influence homelessness policy and practice across the globe, including through collaboration with NGOs, national and local governments and even royalty.
Speakers
avatar for Peter Mackie

Peter Mackie

Director of Impact and Engagement, School of Geography, Cardiff University
Peter Mackie is a Professor at Cardiff University in the School of Geography and Planning, where his research and teaching focus on two broad themes. Firstly, he is recognised as a leading international expert in the field of housing and homelessness. His research in this area has... Read More →
Thursday April 17, 2025 3:30pm - 4:20pm BST
JHB lecture theatre Oxford Brookes University,Headington Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 0BP
  Subject knowledge

4:20pm BST

Connecting cartography
Thursday April 17, 2025 4:20pm - 5:10pm BST
Executive suite
This workshop explores the local, regional and international surroundings of Oxford Brookes, where I studied cartography in 2001. We'll examine what's visible and hidden at these levels, and consider creating our own maps. This all-school workshop, from EY to Post-16, connects map-making to other subjects like science, graphic design and geography.
Speakers
avatar for Alice Gadney

Alice Gadney

Cartographer/ Director, Mini Map-Makers Global CIC
I am currently doing my PGCE - into my second placement - 2 essays down and the start of the last 10 weeks of teaching - so any hints and tips - please!!I am Alice and I love Cartography, nature, and rocks & fossils - geology - physical geography - but surprisingly I am really enjoying... Read More →
Thursday April 17, 2025 4:20pm - 5:10pm BST
Executive suite Oxford Brookes University,Headington Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 0BP
  Cross phase

4:20pm BST

Connecting farming with geography teaching
Thursday April 17, 2025 4:20pm - 5:10pm BST
203
Opportunities exist to gain insight into how farmers are tackling global issues such as carbon emissions, water quality, sustainability and food security. Farmers' decisions are influenced by their physical and changing human environment; the aim is to create a relevant farm visit with active learning experiences to gather environmental data while developing place connections and understanding the farmed landscape.
Speakers
avatar for Dr Alison Brown

Dr Alison Brown

Farmer (former geography teacher and researcher), Downland Farming
I grew up on a farm and have a keen interest in the countryside.  Currently I farm with my husband on chalk downland in southern England.  We farm the land in a way that supports nature alongside producing food. I have completed a CEVAS (the Countryside Educational Visits Accreditation... Read More →
Thursday April 17, 2025 4:20pm - 5:10pm BST
203 Oxford Brookes University,Headington Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 0BP
  Fieldwork

4:20pm BST

Planning for progression in fieldwork 11–19
Thursday April 17, 2025 4:20pm - 5:10pm BST
202
This Lecture Plus will support teachers in thinking through the interlinked process of curriculum planning, progression and assessment of fieldwork in geography. It explores the role of fieldwork in supporting pupil’s first-hand investigations of places, making sense of the connections between people, places and environments. Bring your ideas about how you are currently thinking about fieldwork to the session to share and discuss.
Speakers
avatar for David Gardner

David Gardner

Education consultant, Geographical Association
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Katherine Baulcomb

Senior Lead Practitioner; Member of GA Assessment & Examination Special Interest Group, Westminster City School
Exhibitors
avatar for GA Assessment & Examinations Special Interest Group

GA Assessment & Examinations Special Interest Group

The purpose of the Assessment and Examinations Special Interest Group (AESIG) is to support GA members in all phases with their assessment and progression practices in geography and related curriculum areas. What we doAESIG is involved in:a. Monitoring matters to do with assessment... Read More →
Thursday April 17, 2025 4:20pm - 5:10pm BST
202 Oxford Brookes University,Headington Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 0BP
  Fieldwork
 
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