Religious Studies

As a Church of England school, Religious Education (RE) has an important place within the curriculum at Rhodes Green CE Primary School.

Through RE, we want children to develop a rich understanding of Christianity and a range of other religions and worldviews, while learning to think deeply about some of life’s biggest questions. Children are encouraged to explore beliefs, traditions and practices with curiosity, respect and an open mind.

Our RE curriculum provides opportunities for pupils to question, reflect, discuss and make connections. Children learn about the beliefs of others while considering their own ideas and developing an understanding of how faith and belief can influence people’s lives, choices and communities.

As a Church school, children develop a particularly strong understanding of Christianity, including the Bible, Christian beliefs and the life and teachings of Jesus. Alongside this, learning about other faiths and worldviews helps our pupils appreciate the diversity of the world in which they live.

RE also complements our wider Christian vision to “shine as stars in the world” and our DREAM Values of Determination, Respect, Empathy, Aspiration and Morals, encouraging children to show understanding, compassion and respect towards others.

Our aim is for children to leave Rhodes Green as thoughtful, knowledgeable and respectful young people, confident in discussing questions of faith, belief and meaning and ready to live positively alongside people with beliefs and backgrounds different from their own.