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Rob Chambers

@rob-geog.bsky.social
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Geography education consultant | Curriculum & sustainability | Former MAT National Geography Lead | CGeog FRGS | Geographical Association Trustee |

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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Reflections on use of the ONS Open Geography Portal and use in A'level Geography and supporting the NEA www.robgeogeducation.co.uk/post/open-ge... #geography #geographyteacher #GIS
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The Open Geography Portal: More Than a Source of Data
The ONS portal offers more than secondary data. Explore its potential for GIS, fieldwork and critical geographical enquiry within the A Level NEA.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
One of the key threads for me that came out of the sessions I attended at researchED 2026 was AI. I've spent a few days drawing together all my reflections here substack.com/home/post/p-... Thanks to @daisychristo.bsky.social @clairebadger.bsky.social and Sarah Cottinghatt for your inspiration! #AI
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Who Is Doing the Thinking?
What we stand to gain, what we risk losing, and why the future of AI in education must begin with learning. Drawing together the AI threads that ran through my day at researchED 2026.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Have read Steve Willshaw's new book, 'Reading Aloud in Every Classroom' today, prompting me to reflect on reading aloud as intellectual entitlement and its place within an ambitious KS3 curriculum substack.com/home/post/p-... #readingaloud #ambitiouscurriculum #curriculum
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Reading Aloud as Intellectual Entitlement
Why shared encounters with rich texts should form part of our thinking about KS3
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
After yesterday's researchED national 2026 I've got a head full of ideas & some very busy neurons! A few initial reflections in this post - why I keep coming back, initial relections on the sessions attended and what's next! www.robgeogeducation.co.uk/post/a-head-... #researchED #reflections #edchat
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researchED National 2026: A head full of ideas
Why do I keep returning to researchED? I reflect on its sense of community, the challenge of choosing just six sessions from 137 and the ideas that left me with plenty to think about.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Curriculum reform is coming: are subject leaders ready to engage? robgeogchambers.substack.com/p/curriculum... #curriculumreform #KS3Curriculum #Subjectleader #Nationalcurriculum
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Curriculum reform is coming: are subject leaders ready to engage?
What subject leaders need to know about the imminent public consultation, the reform timetable and how departments can begin preparing now.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Some news I haven’t shared on Bluesky yet: I’ve launched RobGeog Education. I’m offering consultancy and project support in curriculum, assessment and professional learning, with specialist expertise in geography, alongside geography tutoring. www.robgeogeducation.co.uk
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RobGeog Education | Rob Chambers | Education Consultancy, Geography & Tutoring
Rob Chambers provides curriculum, assessment and professional learning consultancy for schools, trusts and online providers, alongside specialist geography tutoring.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
One week on from ResearchEd Yorkshire a final reflection drawing on the closing session & bringing together links to all six of my reflections from the day. robgeogchambers.substack.com/p/one-week-o... #rEDYorkshire
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One Week On: Reflections from researchED Yorkshire
Six sessions, six reflections and the value of taking time to think about what evidence might mean for practice
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Really interesting listening to @topsypage.bsky.social on the importance of oracy. A useful reminder that it is not just about speaking, but also listening, responding, justifying ideas and giving all pupils opportunities to contribute. #oracy
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
The DfE’s September consultation on National Curriculum programmes of study and GCSE subject content will be a crucial opportunity for geography teachers to have their say. robgeogchambers.substack.com/p/preparing-... #geography #geographyteacher
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Preparing for Geography Curriculum and Assessment Reform
The decisions that will shape subject content, assessment and future specifications. Why the next stage is crucial, and why every geography teacher’s voice matters.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
I’ve written a new reflection on @clairebadger.bsky.social’s ResearchED Yorkshire session, "Great Explanations", exploring the the curse of expertise, examples & non-examples, defining features & modelling, specifically through a geographical lens. robgeogchambers.substack.com/p/why-great-...
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Why Great Explanations Need Careful Thought.
The curse of expertise, disciplinary thinking and what this means for geography (reflections on Claire Badger's ResearchEd Yorkshire Talk "Great Explanations").
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Steplab @steplab.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
A brilliant reflection on Rachel Ball's (@mrsball.bsky.social) ResearchEd Yorkshire session 👏 If you're interested in what it really takes to turn professional development into lasting changes in classroom practice, @rob-geog.bsky.social 's blog below is well worth a read 👇
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Really worrying! Exeter is not an isolated case; it is part of a wider pattern across UK higher education with humanities, arts & social sciences under particular pressure. Course reductions or closures in these areas should concern anyone who cares about the breadth and purpose of higher education.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
I’ve written a Substack post on Bradley Busch’s @bradleybusch.bsky.social ResearchEd Yorkshire session on resilience. robgeogchambers.substack.com/p/researched... The post explores how resilience is shaped by classroom culture, expectations & the conditions teachers create. @innerdrive.bsky.social
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ResearchEd Reflections: Developing Resilience
Reflections on Bradley Busch’s researchED Yorkshire session and how we can create the conditions to develop resilient students.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
I’ve written a Substack post on Rachel Ball’s @mrsball.bsky.social ResearchEd Yorkshire session on professional development robgeogchambers.substack.com/p/profession... exploring the gap between knowing & doing, & the mechanisms that help CPD actually change classroom practice. @steplab.bsky.social
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Professional Development That Changes Practice
Reflections on Rachel Ball’s researchED Yorkshire session: the mechanisms of professional development that make classroom change more likely
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
I’ve written a Substack post on Kate Jones’ l ResearchEd Yorkshire session, Making Feedback Matter. substack.com/@robgeogcham... The post explores how feedback can be made more understandable, helpful and actionable, without creating unnecessary workload.
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From Feedback Given to Feedback Used
Reflections on Kate Jones’ researchEd Yorkshire session, "Making Feedback Matter" and why the value of feedback lies not in how much we give, but in what students do with it.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
I’ve written a Substack post on David Goodwin’s @mrgoodwin23.bsky.social ResearchEd Yorkshire session, "What Are They Thinking?" robgeogchambers.substack.com/p/making-thi... The post explores why checking for understanding needs to be planned carefully if we are to avoid teaching in the dark.
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Making Thinking Visible
Reflections on checking for understanding, intellectual preparation and David Goodwin’s rEDYorkshire 2026 talk “What Are They Thinking?”
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
I’ve written up a substack post reflecting on Pedro De Bruyckere’s @thebandb.bsky.social ResearchEd Yorkshire keynote on collective efficacy robgeogchambers.substack.com/p/the-power-.... The post explores what collective teacher & student efficacy might mean for leaders, departments and classrooms.
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The Power of Together
Reflections on Dr Pedro De Bruyckere’s ResearchEd Yorkshire 2026 keynote, collective teacher efficacy, and the emerging idea of collective student efficacy
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
My latest substack post is a personal reflection on curriculum booklets:what they can do well, what needs to sit around them, and the potential pitfalls. Booklets can support curriculum coherence, non-specialist teaching & workload but only when used thoughtfully. open.substack.com/pub/robgeogc...
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Curriculum Booklets: Conditions for Success — A Personal Reflection
Bookletised curricula can be powerful, but their success depends on the curriculum thinking, teacher expertise and professional culture that sit around them.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
The third and final part of my GIS Disconnect series is now published. This one look at progression, entitlement and building GIS capability across the curriculum journey. The more important GIS becomes beyond schools, the more important these conversations feel. substack.com/home/post/p-... #GIS
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Geography, GIS and the Question of Progression (The GIS Disconnect Part 3)
The Importance of Building GIS Capability Over Time
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Really Interesting article- growing up surrounded by technology does not ensure digital literacy. Many students are highly confident using technology socially,yet struggle with foundational digital skills needed for education & the workplace. pedagogyandthehumancondition.substack.com/p/the-ironic...
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The Ironic Digital Illiteracy of Students
No, seriously, my students have low digital proficiency.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
Second post in a short series on purposeful digital design exploring the benefits of a trust-wide Scholar Resource Hubs built using SharePoint and how digital spaces can support scholars. "Scholar Revision Hubs: From Principle to Practice" open.substack.com/pub/robgeogc...
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Scholar Revision Hubs: From Principle to Practice
Creating trust-wide access to curriculum support, revision, and intervention
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 30/12/2025
Starting a short series reflecting on my experiences with digital learning and recent work using SharePoint to support Geography across a trust—exploring how purposeful design can better direct students’ learning while also saving time and improving efficiency for staff. substack.com/home/post/p-...
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Designing Digital Learning with Purpose
Thinking about SharePoint through the lens of teaching and learning
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Been exploring the use of AI to support EAL students with the aim of breaking down barriers to learning - first reflections on the process here.... substack.com/home/post/p-...
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
Looking forward to launching our new KS3 Geography Scholar Hub with our Geography Subject Community this week! Helping students revise smarter with knowledge organisers, flashcards, podcasts & online testing. Perfect prep for upcoming assessments! Learn.Thrive.Succeed. #geography #geographyteacher
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
Rob Chambers - finally started a substack - first post personal reflections to mark the end to Geography Awareness Week. robgeogchambers.substack.com?r=1yltbg&utm...
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Rob Chambers | Substack
Geography educator of 26 years. National Geography Lead in a large MAT. GA Trustee, RGS Fellow, Chartered Geographer. Award-winning teacher who loves landscapes, everyday geography, music & making thi...
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Jill Berry @jillberry102.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
"Things work when teaching & learning policies focus on principles that can be applied by subject experts in different ways, rather than on practices which are expected to be seen across the school, regardless of whether they work or not." @greeborunner.bsky.social & @ensermark.bsky.social in 👇
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 14/09/2025
As teachers we must balance pedagogy with subject knowledge. Research helps us stay current & avoid stereotypes - my reflection on how resources such as @ConversationUK can support busy teachers in doing just that. #geography #geographyteacher #research www.linkedin.com/pulse/teachi...
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Teaching Beyond Pedagogy: Engaging with Research, Updating What We Teach
At ResearchEd last weekend, there was a palpable buzz in the packed hall as the brilliant Tom Bennett introduced the day reminding me of the familiar excitement that comes from engaging with the lates...
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Jill Berry @jillberry102.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
"Handled well, exam analysis doesn’t have to be a chore. It can be an opportunity - a chance to reflect, refine & refocus. If we approach it in this way, we ensure the lessons we learn from one cohort benefit the next." @ensermark.bsky.social: www.tes.com/magazine/tea... @tesmagazine.bsky.social
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How to use exam results to improve teaching and learning
As heads of department get to work analysing the summer’s GCSE and A-level results, Mark Enser offers his advice for making the process productive, rather than tedious
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
It was great to see a Geography specific session at #ResearchEd25 with @mildthing99.bsky.social discussing how GIS can become 'part of the furniture'. Here are a few of my reflections / key takeaways from the session. linkedin.com/pulse/resear... #geography #GIS #geographyteacher #ESRI #arcgis
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ResearchEd - 2025 - Reflections Part 3 - Brendan Conway - How can GIS become 'part of the furniture'?
I was delighted to see a Geography-specific session at this year’s ResearchEd, with the brilliant Brendan Conway speaking about GIS. Ironically, whilst GIS is very much “part of the furniture” in mode...
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
Another summary of key takeaways from a @researchED1 2025 session - Reflections Part 2 - The Scaffolding Effect www.linkedin.com/pulse/resear... via @LinkedIn - #researched #cpd #geographteacher
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ResearchEd - 2025 - Reflections Part 2 - Alex Fairlamb & Rachel Ball: The Scaffolding Effect
Another highlight from my day at ResearchEd London was the session by Alex Fairlamb (Senior Leader in charge of Teaching and Learning) and Rachel Ball (Coaching Development Lead at Steplab) on The Sca...
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
I very much enjoyed @researchED on Saturday and have been reflecting on some key takeaways from some of the sessions I attended - the first being a session on "What are they thinking?" by the brilliant David Goodwin www.linkedin.com/pulse/resear...
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ResearchEd - 2025 - Reflections Part 1 - What are they thinking?
I thoroughly enjoyed Saturday’s ResearchEd in London – a great opportunity to re-engage with the latest research-informed thinking from some excellent speakers. My first session was with the brilliant...
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
‘Completely unexpected’: Antarctic sea ice may be in terminal decline due to rising Southern Ocean salinity theconversation.com/completely-u...
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‘Completely unexpected’: Antarctic sea ice may be in terminal decline due to rising Southern Ocean salinity
Scientists once thought Antarctica might hold onto its sea ice as the world warmed. No longer.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
The Bangladesh delta is under a dangerous level of strain, analysis reveals theconversation.com/the-banglade...
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The Bangladesh delta is under a dangerous level of strain, analysis reveals
A new study is the first to define a safe operating space for the rivers of the Bangladesh delta.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 28/06/2025
I've been reflecting a lot on work we are doing in developing subject communities and the Geography Subject Community I am responsible for. I'm starting to pull these initial reflections together as a series of posts www.linkedin.com/pulse/subjec... #geography #geographyteacher #curriculum
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Subject Communities: A Shared Space for Professional Growth and Curriculum Coherence
Reflections from our INSET day and the evolving work of our Geography Subject Community Last week, we held our trust-wide INSET day at Astrea Academy Trust, launching the next phase of our Common Core...
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
Thank you to all the fabulous #geographers in our @astreaacademies Geography Subject Community for all your hard work! thankateacher.co.uk/nationalthan...
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National Thank A Teacher Day - Thank a Teacher
Find out how you can get ready for National Thank a Teacher Day on June 18th. Download our free resources, social assets, and fun activities.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 14/06/2025
Gutted I can't be at the final @elprogramme.bsky.social conference today - but what a brilliant year of CPD it has been - make sure you check it out and enroll for the 2025-26 programme here www.knowledgehub.org.uk/elp.html #teacher #CPD
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The Exemplary Leadership Programme
The Exemplary Leadership Programme - a grassroots movement driving school improvement.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
Wishing all our Year 13 Geographers all the very best for their A'level Paper 3 - Geographical Debates :) #geography -You've got this!
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
June marks the Geographical Association's National Festival of Fieldwork - there are lots of ideas for how to get involved here! #geographyteacher #geography #NationalFestivalofFieldwork #FestivalofFieldwork @stevebracegeog.bsky.social
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 17/05/2025
India-Pakistan conflict over water reflects a region increasingly vulnerable to climate change theconversation.com/india-pakist...
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India-Pakistan conflict over water reflects a region increasingly vulnerable to climate change
Water treaties should be rewritten to factor in climate change and new geopolitical realities.
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@GeoBlogs @geoblogs.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
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Climate crisis threatens the banana, the world’s most popular fruit, research shows
The fourth most important food crop is in peril as the Latin America and the Caribbean suffer from climate disaster
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Henning @geohenning.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
This is truly mind-blowing. At first I only looked at the crack appearing in the foreground in the pavement, then I saw the sudden and fast movement of the earth in the distance and on the right. 🤯🧪⚒️ youtu.be/77ubC4bcgRM?...
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First fault rupture ever filmed. M7.9 surface rupture filmed near Thazi, Myanmar
YouTube video by 2025 Sagaing Earthquake Archive
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Sometimes we just need a little reminder. This hangs in my garden for just those moments.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
What an absolute pleasure to deliver ‘Maximising your Marks’ sessions to Year 11 Geographers at our Astrea Academy Woodfields in Doncaster today. The three core values of scholarship, curiosity and tenacity were seen in abundance! Good luck Year 11 - You’ve got this!!! #geography #geographyteacher
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
Great to be back at St Ivo Academy this afternoon working with Year 13 students revising for paper 1. Today’s focus is Glaciated Landscapes #teamgeography #astreaacademies #geography #geographyteacher
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
The Norfolk Broads #backtonature
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 21/04/2025
The beauty of Felbrigg Hall’s wall garden.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 20/04/2025
Wells-next-the-Sea - Easter Sunday family time.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
Norfolk Coast #geographeratlarge
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Steve Brace @stevebracegeog.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
The @geographicalassoc.bsky.social launched a consultation our developing 2025-30 strategy at #GAConf25. & everyone is invited to contribute on the link below. We've already had loads of feedback & welcome your comments too. More info & how to respond ⬇️ geography.org.uk/ga-strategy-...
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GA Strategy consultation survey - Geographical Association
The GA Strategy consultation survey gives everyone the opportunity to contribute to the development of our 2025 – 30 strategic plan.
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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 18/04/2025
Blickling Hall looking stunning today #naturebathing #easter
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