RE | Preston C of E Primary School

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Teaching and Learning

R.E around the school

Religion and beliefs inform our values and are reflected in what we say and how we behave. RE is an important subject in itself, developing an individual’s knowledge and understanding of the religions and beliefs which form part of contemporary society.

Religious education provokes challenging questions about the ultimate meaning and purpose of life, beliefs about God, the self and the nature of reality, issues of right and wrong, and what it means to be human. It can develop pupils’ knowledge and understanding of Christianity, of other principal religions, other religious traditions and worldviews that offer answers to questions such as these.

RE also contributes to pupils’ personal development and well-being and to community cohesion by promoting mutual respect and tolerance in a diverse society. RE can also make important contributions to other parts of the school curriculum such as citizenship, personal, social, health and economic education (PSHE education), the humanities, education for sustainable development and others. It offers opportunities for personal reflection and spiritual development, deepening the understanding of the significance of religion in the lives of others – individually, communally and cross-culturally.

Source: Religious education in English schools: Non‑statutory guidance 2010

We follow the Locally Agreed Syllabus for RE in Somerset (AMV - Awareness Mystery and Value), supplemented with resources from Understanding Christianity.

Intent

To enable all our children to develop a deep understanding of the knowledge and skills in each subject.
To instil high aspirations in all our children, building a positive mind-set and a sense of belonging by tailoring to our children’s needs.
To enable our children to flourish in all areas of our deep and focused curriculum that provides wide opportunities, creating positive school memories.
Children to feel confident at expressing their beliefs and to have an awareness and sensitivity of diversity that will enable them to succeed in our modern world.

RE Long Term Plan