Religion & World Views – Subject Intent
To deliver a Religious Education curriculum to engage, inspire, challenge children’s thinking and prepare them for life in a multi-cultural society.
To equip children with the knowledge and skills to answer challenging questions, explore different religious beliefs, values and traditions and develop a more rigorous understanding of the numerous religious traditions, beliefs and practices that are followed.
To ensure children know how religious education promotes discernment and enable children to combat prejudice, preparing them for adult life, employment and life-long learning.
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‘Pupils feel safe in school. Bullying is rare.’
‘There are consistent routines and high expectations.’
‘ The early years staff know their children well.’
‘One pupil, typical of many, said, ‘We should treat others as we expect to be treated ourselves.’
‘Leaders are working to further improve their curriculum.’
‘Learning builds on what pupils already know. Teachers have strong subject knowledge and support pupils to develop their reasoning skills.’
‘Pupils learn how to stay safe, including when using the internet.’
‘Pupils enjoy attending this school.’
‘Pupils enjoy taking part in a wide range of extra-curricular experiences, such as rugby club and choir.’
‘Pupils are supportive of one another’
‘Leaders ensure that staff have the training and support to meet the needs of pupils with SEND’
‘In
mathematics, the ‘small steps’ of knowledge that pupils must learn are clearly identified.’
‘Across
the school, pupils behave well both in lessons and during social times.’
‘Pupils listen carefully to other people’s opinions.’
‘Staff have given careful thought to what
children will learning each term.’
‘There are respectful relationships between adults and pupils.’
‘Pupils are confident that staff will help them if they have any concerns.’
‘Pupils enjoy their role as ambassadors for the school, welcoming visitors and organising fundraising events.’
‘The safeguarding of pupils is a priority in school. Staff know pupils and families well.’
‘Pupils are respectful of people with different backgrounds or beliefs.’
‘Leaders and teachers promote a respect of different cultures and ideas.’
‘One group of pupils is supporting the community to develop a sensory garden in
the local area.’
‘Pupils learn to develop their independence from an early age.’
‘ Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are given extra support if
they fall behind.’
‘Leaders know how important it is for pupils to enjoy reading.’
‘Pupils move around the school sensibly.’
‘Children enjoy exploring the purposeful learning environment that staff have created for them.’
‘Teachers encourage pupils
to read in a variety of ways.’
‘ Children learn to read as soon as they start at school. Welltrained staff skilfully help children to read with increasing confidence.’
‘Leaders encourage pupils to take on responsibilities in school.’
