RE

RE at Yaxham

Religious Education is taught in accordance with the Norfolk Agreed Syllabus. As a previously Voluntary Aided school (VA) with a Christian foundation, there is a focus o Christianity in each year. We ensure that there are opportunities for children to learn about and evaluate their views on other world religions and views.

RE enables children to appreciate their belief and culture, as well as those of other people. Helping them to develop a clear understanding of the significance of religion in their own area and in the world today. RE promotes understanding and respect, challenging prejudice, discrimination and stereotyping.

RE is also concerned with the individual and promotes children's feeling of self-worth, enabling them to reflect on their uniqueness as human beings, to share their feelings and emotions with others and appreciate the importance of forming and maintaining positive relationships.

At Yaxham Church of England Primary Academy we strongly believe that the purpose of RE is religious literacy. Our aim is that all children will be able to hold a balanced and well informed conversation about religion and belief. In order to fulfil this purpose Religious Education at Yaxham provides a balance of theology, philosophy, human and social sciences.

"The RE curriculum is engaging and well-sequenced. Cumulative learning provides depth and

challenge. There is an enquiry-based, disciplinary approach to the delivery of RE. The study of
Christianity as a diverse global faith is central to the curriculum. Knowledge and understanding
through learning about a range of religions and worldviews reflects the school’s vision.

There is a creative approach to teaching that ensures that all pupils have the opportunity to engage in ways that are meaningful to them. Quality RE teaching means that pupils are enthusiastic about their learning and talk with understanding about different faiths and beliefs. They work collaboratively and make connections in their learning. Pupils are confident in discussing their own beliefs and are sensitive to those whose beliefs differ. Respectful discussion is part of this and listening to and valuing the opinions of others is a priority. Learning in RE provides a variety of opportunities to ask 'big questions' with the opportunity to think and reflect."

SIAMS July 2024

RE long term plan

RE Curriculum Plan

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