Primary Champions

Could you be a Primary Geography Champion ?

Are you:

- Passionate about geography as a subject and about the teaching and learning of quality primary geography?
- Enthusiastic about leading and developing existing or new networks of primary teachers?
- Familiar with the aims of the Action Plan for Geography (APG) and the values of the Geographical Association?

The second phase of the DCSF funded Action Plan for Geography will involve the creation of up to 54 Geography Champions across the nine regions of England over the next three years to lead and support local networks of primary teachers.

Benefits include:

-Freedom to identify your local agenda and needs
-A free start up pack of geography resource materials
-Free entry to the GA annual Conference
-£180 per day to cover preparation and administration time used on the project
-Free CPD and opportunities for accreditation
-Access to a dedicated networking website
-Additional funding for special events

Visit the GA website for further information and application forms to download...
www.geography.org.uk/champs

I was in a meeting 2 weeks ago when the project was discussed, and this is an excellent opportunity for the excellent work being done in many primary schools to be showcased and celebrated, and for teachers to be involved in further CPD opportunities.

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