This term, Year 5 have been developing their understanding of key human‑geography concepts by transforming themselves into budding agricultural entrepreneurs. Their farm‑design project links directly to the Year 5 Geography curriculum, where pupils explore settlement and land use, economic activity and the distribution of food and resources.  Through deciding on the ideal farm location, choosing between arable and pastoral farming, and planning how their produce would be distributed, pupils were applying these curriculum requirements in meaningful, practical ways.

As part of their learning, Year 5 also began to understand the characteristics of agricultural regions and how land is used differently across the UK and the wider world—an area explored in dedicated farming units at this stage of the curriculum.  Their final Dragon’s Den‑style pitches showcased not only creativity and confidence but also their grasp of real geographical ideas: how human decisions, environmental factors and economic considerations shape farming and food production. 

This project provided a rich opportunity for pupils to deepen their understanding of land use, trade, and the links between physical landscapes and human activity, bringing Year 5 geography learning vividly to life. Well done, Year 5! 🧑🏼‍🌾