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Contents : education news Geography faces curriculum cuts Geography is one of several subjects whose content could be trimmed to ease perceived curriculum congestion in secondary schools. The proposal outlined in a report from the Qualifications & Curriculum Authority (QCA)* means that from 2008 pupils aged 11 to 14 would be able to drop sections of six content heavy subjects including history geography science design & technology citizenship & personal and social & health education. The move followed a call from Education Ruth Kelly for a review of compulsory key stage 3 material in an effort to help teachers focus on literacy and numeracy. In their response to the review conducted by the QCA 83 per cent of headteachers advocated reducing subject content in what is characterised as the personal development curriculum. It is argued that this would give teachers more time to ensure students master the three Rs and as pupils move on help to raise the hurdle for A-level passes. The curriculum: QCA looks forward. Published March 2006 and downloadable from the QCA website at www.qca.org.uk Happy Birthday! Lynette Rowbottom and Kathryn Saunders of education catalogue firm Wildgoose celebrate the company s tenth anniversary. The business has grown significantly during this period and with the continued support of our clients countrywide and dedicate staff we can build on this success commented Rachel Eddy managing director of parent company BlueSky International. A www.wgoose.co.uk Action Plan launched A study conducted on behalf of the DfES by the Geographical Association and the BGS-IBG has culminated in an Action Plan for Geography that addresses concerns contained in the 2005 14-19 Education & Skills White Paper. Among proposals recommended for implementation 2006-2010 are the creation of a Geography Teaching Today website the inaugu- ration of a Geography Ambassadors programme to enthuse pupils with the relevance of studying geography and the provision of specialist geographical advice to government and relevant education and training agencies. The full report can be downloaded from the Association s web site at: A www.geography.org.uk www.GEOconnexion.com // June/July 2006 12

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