Upper V Geography Fieldwork

Posted: 21st September 2018

Studying Coastal Management.

On Thursday 13th September Upper V Geographers, accompanied by Head of Geography Mr Chappory, travelled to Cuckmere Haven in East Sussex to study whether or not the Cuckmere River follows the normal flow patterns expected of all rivers.

    

    

Mr Chappory relates, ‘the main discovery was that the River Cuckmere has been heavily managed by people so that the meanders no longer flow.  Because the site is in the South Downs National Park, and therefore has chalk geology, there are no visible tributaries as they have all sunk underground.  The fieldwork also provided a link to coastal erosion as the visit ended at Beachy Head, by the mouth of the River Cuckmere.

This work was invaluable in extending the understanding of Upper V of river landscapes and was enjoyed by all.’

        

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This step reflects growing interest from families who value our strong holistic ethos and unique grounds and setting and would like their sons and daughters to share their educational journey together.

At St Augustine’s, our strong sense of community, academic excellence, and deep care for each individual child remain at the heart of everything we do. This is a natural evolution of our school rather than a change to who we are, building on our strengths and allowing us to offer the same joyful, inspiring education to even more children.