Religious Education

Religious Education Intent Statement

To develop pupils who are religiously literate and able to hold balanced and informed conversations about religion and belief.

RE at Thurlby Community Primary Academy will:

develop our childrens’ knowledge and understanding of Christianity as well as other principal religions and world views
focus on concepts as well as content, within the context of enquiry based learning
explore authentic religious material, e.g. sacred texts
reflect diversity in terms of the changing religious landscape of the UK so that our children are prepared for life in modern Britain
engage and challenge pupils, encouraging them to ask thoughtful questions
reflect childrens’ own experiences and provide a safe space for discussion
take into account the increase in the number of people with non-religious beliefs and identities
provide opportunities for personal reflection and spiritual development
help to prepare children for adult life, enabling them to develop respect and sensitivity for others
welcome visitors from places of worship within our community to widen childrens’ understanding
visit places of worship to gain a greater understanding of what faith means to different people

A framework for the teaching of RE has been devised for our School. It has been written to reflect the requirements of the Lincolnshire Agreed Syllabus and is in conjunction with our current scheme: Discovery RE.

RE on a Page

Autumn

Spring

Summer

EYFS

Special people

What makes people special?

Christmas (Incarnation)

What is Christmas?

Celebrations in different cultures and worldviews

How do people celebrate?

Easter (Salvation)

What is Easter?

Stories

What can we learn from stories?

Special places

What makes places special?

Year 1

What do Christians believe about God?

Theme: Creation, God the Father as an introduction to the Trinity

Religion: Christianity

What gifts might Christians in my town have given Jesus if he had been born here rather than in Bethlehem?

Theme: Christmas

Religion: Christianity

Who is God to Jews?

Theme: The special relationship Jews have with God

Religion: Judaism

Why was Jesus welcomed like a king or celebrity by the crowds on Palm Sunday?

Theme: Easter – Palm Sunday

Religion: Christianity

Is Shabbat important to Jewish children?

Theme: Shabbat

Religion: Judaism

Does visiting a synagogue help Jewish children feel closer to God?

Theme: Prayer and worship

Religion: Judaism

Year 2

Is it possible to be kind to everyone all of the time?

Theme: What did Jesus teach?

Religion: Christianity

Why do Christians believe God gave Jesus to the world?

Theme: Christmas – Jesus as a gift from God

Religion: Christianity

Who is God to Muslims?

Theme: The 99 names of Allah

Religion: Islam

How important is it to Christians that Jesus came back to life after his crucifixion?

Theme: Easter

Religion: Christianity

How important is the prophet Muhammad to Muslims?

Theme: The prophet Muhammad

Religion: Islam

How important is the Qur’an to Muslims?

Theme: The Qur’an – Holy Book

Religion: Islam

Year 3

What do some deities tell Sanatanis about God?

Theme: Belief

Religion: Hinduism

Has Christmas lost its true meaning?

Theme: Christmas

Religion: Christianity

Could Jesus heal people? Did he perform miracles or was there some other explanation?

Theme: Jesus’ Miracles

Religion: Christianity

What is ‘good’ about Good Friday?

Theme: Easter

Religion: Christianity

What is the best way for a Santani to lead a good life?

Theme: Belief in Action

Religion: Hinduism

Does visiting the Ganges make a person a better Sanatani?

Theme: Pilgrimage

Religion: Hinduism

Year 4

Is it possible for everyone to be happy?

Theme: Beliefs and Practices

Religion: Buddhism

What is the most significant part of the nativity story for Christians today?

Theme: Christmas

Religion: Christianity

Can the Buddha’s teachings make the world a better place?

Theme: The 8-fold path

Religion: Buddhism

Is forgiveness always possible for Christians?

Theme: Easter

Religion: Christianity

What is the best way for a Buddhist to lead a good life?

Theme: The 8-fold path

Religion: Buddhism

Do people need to go to church to show they are Christians?

Theme: Prayer and worship

Religion: Christianity

Year 5

How far would a Sikh go for his/her religion?

Theme: Belief into Action

Religion: Sikhism

Is the Christmas story true?

Theme: Christmas

Religion: aChristianity

How are sacred teachings and stories interpreted by Sikhs today?

Theme: Beliefs and moral values

Religion: Sikhism

How significant is it for Christians to believe God intended Jesus to die?

Theme: Easter

Religion: Christianity

What is the best way for a Sikh to show commitment to God?

Theme: Prayer and worship

Religion: Sikhism

What is the best way for a Christian to show commitment to God?

Theme: Beliefs and Practices

Religion: Christianity

Year 6

What is the best way for a Muslim to show commitment to God?

Theme: Beliefs and Practices

Religion: Islam

Do Christmas celebrations and traditions help Christians understand who Jesus was and why he was born?

Theme: Christmas

Religion: Christianity

Is anything ever eternal?

Theme: Beliefs and meaning

Religion: Christianity

Is Christianity still a strong religion 2000 years after Jesus was on Earth?

Theme: Easter

Religion: Christianity

Does belief in Akhirah (life after death) help Muslims lead good lives?

Theme: Beliefs and Moral Values

Religion: Islam