Curriculum Intent
Religious Education has a significant role for the development of pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development. It promotes respect and open-mindedness towards others with different faiths and beliefs and encourages pupils to develop their sense of identity and belonging through self-awareness and reflection. The principle aim of RE is to engage pupils in an enquiry approach where they can develop an understanding and appreciation for the expression of beliefs, cultural practices and influence of principle religions and worldviews in the local, national and wider global community.
RE across Vision Acadamy Primary Schools will cultivate cross – curricular attitudes and skills, be a key contributor to Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural development and endeavour to make a valuable contribution to pupils’ exploration of British Values. Our Religious Education will be enhanced further with trips to places of worship in our local areas, visits from a variety of religious groups and cultural and religious events within schools.
Curriculum Implementation
To ensure high standards of teaching and learning in RE, we implement a curriculum that is progressive throughout the school. Planning for RE is a process in which all teachers ensure that the school gives full coverage of the Stockton-On-Tees agreed syllabus for RE 2019.
- Teachers will begin each topic by re-capping pupil’s prior knowledge of the religion through discussion.
- Key vocabulary linked to specific religions are introduced with the expectation that children will use and apply this vocabulary.
- Lessons vary to ensure children are taught in a variety of ways (written work, discussions, role play, visits and trips) making learning both practical and knowledge based.
- Teachers plan opportunities for memorable experiences to support and develop knowledge and learning.
- Children are given the opportunity to use a wide variety of religious resources enhancing their learning experience.
- Children are assessed on their knowledge and understanding in a fun and engaging way giving opportunity for them to consolidate all learning for each topic.
