Religion and World Views (RE)

Subject Intent

At The Park students are from families who hold a range of beliefs from the many faiths represented throughout the world. Such rich diversity serves as a background for our students to develop their own beliefs and values.In KS3 Religious Education enables students to explore the world’s major religions and belief systems. Teaching in KS4 builds on this through social studies focusing on social and moral issues. Some students in Year 11 opt to complete an ASDAN course in beliefs and values.

Religious Education at The Park helps to develop students’ sense of identity and belonging and provides them with a respect and open-mindedness towards others of different faiths and beliefs preparing them for life in a culturally diverse modern world.

Curriculum Overview

Year 7

Autumn

Spring

Summer

Introduction to Sikhism

Harvest

Introduction to Judaism

Christmas

Introduction to Hinduism

Lent

Introduction to Christianity

Easter

Introduction to Buddhism

Pentecost

Introduction to Islam

Ramadan

Year 8

Autumn

Spring

Summer

Exploring Sikhism

Harvest

Exploring Judaism

Hanukah

Exploring Hinduism

Lent

Exploring Christianity

Easter

Exploring Buddhism

Buddhist Festival

Exploring Islam

Hajj

Year 9

Autumn

Spring

Summer

Religious Festivals

Rites of Passage

Holy Buildings

Faith through the arts

Humanism

Pilgrimage

How we assess in Religious Education

Do It Now tasks at the beginning of the lesson aid recall from previous lessons.

Activities to consolidate acquired knowledge.

A multiple-choice quiz at the end of the topic.

Enrichment opportunities

Throughout the curriculum we use trips to enhance the student experience.These include the Shah Jehan Mosque,St Dunstans Church,local Buddhist Temple and St Edwards Church.