Religious Education

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Religious Education is to help prepare and equip all pupils for life and citizenship in today’s diverse and multicultural Britain, through fostering in each pupil an increasing level of religious literacy.

Learning Journey & Subject Handbook

KS2 RE provides opportunities for children to make connections between religion and religious texts, drawing out similarities and differences between religions. Pupils are taught about connections between religious texts, and people’s own beliefs and actions. In addition to this, pupils are given chance to read and interpret religious stories and texts, as well as consider and reflect upon their own and other’s opinions.

Our KS3 course engages students with RE, building their skills, knowledge and understanding in religion-based topics. This ensures wide-ranging and expanding knowledge of religion sequenced to build knowledge over time and creating a ‘readiness for future learning’. This equips our students with a solid grasp of four major world religions, as well as the core philosophical and ethical issues.

Please click here to view the RE Handbook.

To view our RE Learning Journey please click here.

RE in Action

At Walton Priory Middle School, Religious Education (RE) is not confined to textbooks and classroom discussions; it is a vibrant and immersive experience that brings the study of different faiths to life. We believe in providing our students with first-hand encounters and meaningful engagements to foster a deeper understanding of various religious traditions.

Some of the highlights of our RE program include an Islamic guest speaker in Year 7&8 and a visit to St. Michael’s church in Year 6. These allow students to experience the spiritual and cultural richness of different religious communities. These interactions offer first-hand insights, shared personal experiences, and answer students’ questions, enriching the learning process with authentic narratives and diverse perspectives. Such interactions foster a sense of openness, tolerance, and appreciation for the diversity of religious beliefs and practices.

Artefacts also play a crucial role in our RE curriculum, serving as tangible connections to the beliefs and practices of different religions. Students have the chance to explore and interact with artefacts, deepening their understanding of the symbolism and cultural significance embedded within them.

Church Visit

Assessment

Formative and summative assessment in RE

Formative and summative assessments play crucial roles in Religious Education (RE), serving distinct purposes in evaluating students’ understanding and growth in matters of faith, ethics, and cultural awareness. Formative assessment, characterized by ongoing feedback, enables teachers to gauge students’ comprehension, identify areas for improvement, and tailor lessons to meet individual needs. In the context of RE, formative assessment involves class discussions, reflections, and written work during lessons, fostering a dynamic and responsive learning environment.

On the other hand, summative assessment in RE serves as a comprehensive evaluation of students’ overall achievement, conducted at the end of a learning period. This assessment method provides a snapshot of students’ proficiency in religious knowledge, ethical reasoning, and their ability to apply these principles in real-life situations.

Together, formative and summative assessments in RE ensure a holistic view of students’ grasp of religious concepts and their ability to critically engage with diverse perspectives.

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