RE

'Forgiveness is not an occasional act; it is a constant attitude’

Martin Luther-King

Intent

Our curriculum aims to equip all children with the knowledge and understanding of a range of religions and world views. This is essential for allowing children to understand the importance of tolerance and diversity. By the time our children leave Puss Bank School and Nursery they will have the important life skills to be good citizens. Our curriculum supports children to be able to empathise with and reflect on their own personal worldwide view. We have been using Oak Academy since 2026 for years 1-6. Foundation stage is taught through continuous provision, whilst celebrating a range of festivals and exploring religious artefacts.

Implementation

Weekly RE lessons encourage children to challenge and question; this leads to children forming their own views and beliefs. In early years children take part in theme days such as Diwali. During KS1 children have the opportunity to learn about Christianity and are introduced to Judaism and Hinduism. In KS2 children build on their knowledge and are introduced to both Islam and Sikhism too. Children in Upper KS2 are also learn about other religious and non-religious views such as Humanism. We use outside providers such as to further ‘Open the Book’ and Holy Trinity church to enhance our R.E curriculum.

Impact

There is ongoing teacher assessment to ensure that the children are keeping up with the pace of the curriculum and achieving our goals. As a result of our inclusive R.E curriculum children will;

•      Learn from those cultures and religions

•      Ask questions about the world and reflect in their own beliefs and values

•      Develop a sense of identity and belonging through self-awareness and reflection

•      Promote respect and open mindedness towards others of different faiths, beliefs, values and lifestyles.

•      Apply knowledge to their everyday life in a local, national and global community whilst prepared to express their own opinions respectfully.