Religious Education

Intent

At Scole CofE Primary Academy, we believe that RE plays an important role in promoting the social, cultural, moral and intellectual development of our children. It also encourages the children to reflect upon their own lives. RE allows our children  a greater understanding of themselves in addition to developing their awareness of the needs of others. Deeper thinking skills will be supported through discussion of different cultures and traditions, forming comparisons across religions so children gain a better understanding of the world around them, both locally and more widely.  

Spirituality is...
Considerate - As we respect each other's beliefs.  
So God created humans in his own image. Genesis 1:27
Curious - As we explore our world.
As he was praying, the appearance of his face changed, and his clothes became as bright as a flash of lightning. Luke 9:29
Creative - As we share our learning.
I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. Psalm 139:14
Cherished - As we grow in God’s love.
Be still, and know that I am God. Psalm 46:10

Implementation

RE lessons are taught through discussions, stories and sharing experiences. The aim is to provide an introduction  to the main religious faiths of the world. Through our ‘Big Questions’,children are encouraged to talk about differences and similarities between religions, understand abstract concepts of religion and discuss where beliefs come from and how they change over time and shape people’s behaviour.

RE is divided into 3 lenses:

Theology - 

Where belief comes from and how it changes over time. How beliefs relate to each other. How beliefs shape the way believers see the world and each other.

Philosophy-

The nature of knowledge, meaning and existence. How and whether things make sense. Issues of right and wrong, good and bad.

Human and Social Sciences-

The diverse nature of religion. Diverse ways in which people practise and express beliefs. The ways in which beliefs shape individual identity, and impact on communities and society.

All lessons are based on the new RE scheme of work from the Norwich Diocese and SACRE.