Year 10 Geography Fieldwork at West Wittering
Three Year 10 GCSE Geography classes headed out to West Wittering Beach this month for their coastal fieldwork — with the final group even managing to catch the very start of the heatwave. It made for a brilliant day of handsâon learning in one of our most beautiful local environments.
Pupils showed excellent behaviour throughout, representing the school with maturity, curiosity, and real enthusiasm for their subject. Out on the beach, students collected data on the effectiveness of coastal defences, investigating how well the groynes manage longshore drift and protect the shoreline. They also explored the wider impacts of sea defences on the natural landscape and local habitats.
A highlight for many was the guided walk around East Head spit, where pupils saw coastal processes in action — from deposition to dune formation — bringing their classroom learning vividly to life. Two groups were even lucky enough to spot a seal swimming close to shore, a memorable moment that added a bit of magic to the day.
Fieldwork is a vital part of GCSE Geography, and it was fantastic to see students thriving outdoors, working together, asking thoughtful questions, and applying their knowledge to the real world. A huge well done to all involved for making the trip such a success.
