Geographical Association

Engaged in classroom action research or academic study? Present your work in a 25-minute Research Paper session at . It is an ideal platform to bolster your research profile, demonstrate the wider impact of your study, and gather in-person feedback. Mentors are available for first-time presenters.

Proposals close 31 August. Submit your proposal to the GA: https://the-ga.org/4rs0lM6

Take learning outside by leading a Field Visit at . Ranging from a one-hour local session to a four-hour trip on day one, field visits invite delegates to examine new locations or view familiar settings through practical, hands-on techniques. Mentor support is available for new presenters.

Proposals close 31 August. Submit your session idea: https://the-ga.org/4rs0lM6

Seeking clearer ways to deliver core GCSE concepts and boost exam confidence? Support your Key Stage 4 teaching ahead of the new term.

Led by experienced specialists, this six-week online course running from 11 January to 22 February 2027 strengthens subject knowledge and practical skills.

Book your place today: https://the-ga.org/4hN9EVc

Congratulations to the 299,306 students who got their GCSE geography results today. Results were broadly similar to 2024/25, with small gains at all 3 grade benchmarks. Geography stays the UK's 6th most-taken GCSE.

Read the full GA analysis here: https://the-ga.org/4x5pG1u

Ready to get colleagues actively involved? Propose a 50-minute, fully hands-on Workshop for . Model a teaching technique or creative task, hand over to the room, and inspire delegates through interactive learning. Mentors are available to support new presenters.

Proposals close 31 August. Share your ideas with the GA: https://the-ga.org/4rs0lM6

Combine information sharing with active discussion in a Lecture Plus session. Split into 25 minutes of presentation and 25 minutes of discussion, this format gives you room to share an idea and gather detailed feedback from delegates. Experienced mentors are available for new presenters.

Proposals close 31 August. Join us at : https://the-ga.org/4rs0lM6

Is GIS feeling like an isolated tool rather than an embedded skill?

Plan ahead for the new term by mastering how to sequence digital mapping across year groups.

Running online from 11 January to 1 February 2027, this course builds practical GIS expertise.
Strengthen your curriculum provision here: https://the-ga.org/4gc1kwU

Have valuable subject expertise or geographical insights to share? Propose a Lecture session for . This format allows you to deliver detailed, in-depth information on your chosen subject, followed by a dedicated Q&A with an engaged audience of educators.

Proposals close 31 August. Submit your proposal to the GA today: https://the-ga.org/4rs0lM6

Register for the Quality Mark 2027 at 2026 prices before fees rise in September.

The GA Quality Mark recognises excellence and progress in geography leadership, curriculum development, and teaching. It provides a framework for powerful self-evaluation, helping primary and secondary schools raise the subject profile across their whole community while delivering impactful CPD.

Lock in current rates by registering this term: https://buff.ly/Q5FaIT0

Thinking about presenting at the conference for the first time? A Teacher to Teacher session is an informal, 25-minute presentation where you can share your favourite classroom ideas, new findings, and practical successes with a small group of colleagues.

Proposals close 31 August. Get involved at : https://the-ga.org/4rs0lM6