Year 1 Geography Lesson – What Do You Know About Cardiff?

Bring geography to life with our Year 1 geography Cardiff lesson, part of the KS1 geography scheme of work. In this lesson, pupils identify human and physical features of Cardiff, explore its location in the UK, and use maps and photographs to deepen their understanding.

This lesson builds on prior knowledge of the four countries of the UK and their capitals, helping children describe what makes a city unique. Using fact files, photo packs and modelling activities, pupils record facts about Cardiff landmarks such as Cardiff Castle, the River Taff, and the Principality Stadium.

• Learn about the capital city of Wales and its key features.
• Use aerial photographs and maps to recognise landmarks.
• Develop geographical vocabulary including bay, stadium, castle, and river.
• Research and record interesting facts about Cardiff using trusted sources.

This lesson forms part of our Year 1 Block 3 geography unit, Why Do They Live There?. The full unit supports enquiry, comparison between locations, and UK mapping skills. As part of our Glorious Geography scheme, awarded Highly Commended by the Geographical Association, it provides structured, high-quality geography planning for KS1.

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