Religious Education is an important part of our curriculum and reflects our identity as a Church of England school. RE supports pupils to develop understanding, respect and curiosity about faith, belief and worldviews, while encouraging them to reflect on their own values and experiences.
RE is taught in line with the Staffordshire Agreed Syllabus, using an enquiry-based approach that encourages pupils to explore meaningful questions about belief, identity, purpose and belonging. Christianity is taught as the principal religion, enabling pupils to develop a secure understanding of Christian beliefs, teachings and practices. Alongside this, pupils learn about a range of other world religions and non-religious worldviews, helping them to appreciate diversity and shared human values.
Through RE, pupils are supported to:
- Explore beliefs, teachings and sacred stories
- Understand how beliefs are expressed through practices, symbols and celebrations
- Reflect on identity, belonging, values and commitments
- Ask thoughtful questions about meaning, purpose and truth
Lessons encourage discussion, reflection and respectful dialogue, enabling pupils to make connections between religious ideas and their own lives. RE plays a key role in promoting pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development, helping them to grow as thoughtful, compassionate and reflective individuals within our school community and beyond.
Staffordshire Agreed Syllabus 2023 -2028
RE First Schools Progression Document