Religious Education
The essence of all religions in one. Only their approaches are different.
Mahatma Gandhi
Religious education promotes pupils’ understanding of the multicultural and multifaith society we live in today, enabling the exploration of issues, beliefs and differences between faiths. Having learned about different faiths and beliefs, pupils are then encouraged to understand how people interact with each other and explore interfaith issues of contemporary society. Whether they have a faith or not, pupils need to be given an awareness of what life is like from a religious point of view. Knowledge and understanding of the features, ideas and practices of the focused religions in each key stage is important so that pupils are able to distinguish between the religions and understand what religion entails. There is a need to appreciate the values and attitudes which individuals in a group hold true and the effects these have on the community. Schools have a duty to promote the spiritual, moral, social and cultural education of pupils and, although it is important that the school ethos and all subjects contribute towards this; the teaching of religious education has a large part to play.
At Harris Primary Academy Shortlands, we believe that Religious Education is important to ensure that children fully understand the major world religions and as a result the beliefs of different individuals. Furthermore, RE is intrinsic in ensuring a culture of mutual respect and tolerance in the diverse society in which we live, as a result strengthening community cohesion. Religious Education covers challenging questions and provokes children to consider their own beliefs (whether they are religious or non-religious).
EYFS
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Autumn |
Spring |
Summer |
End Point (ELG) |
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To be able to talk about and celebrate their own home culture and heritage
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To be able to draw simple comparisons between their own culture and heritage and those of others.
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To understand and respect cultural and religious differences between themselves, their peers and the wider world.
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People, Culture and Communities Know some similarities and differences between different religious and cultural communities in this country, drawing on their experiences and what has been read in class.
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Key Stage 1
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Year Group |
Autumn 1 |
Autumn 2 |
Spring 1 |
Spring 2 |
Summer 1 |
Summer 2 |
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Year 1 |
How does celebrating Diwali bring a feeling of belonging to a Hindu child?
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What gift would I have given to Jesus if He had been born in my town? |
Does going to a mosque give Muslims a sense of belonging?
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Why was Jesus welcomed like a king by the crowds on Palm Sunday? |
Is Shabbat important to Jewish children? |
Sikhism- beliefs
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Religion: Hinduism |
Religion: Christianity |
Religion: Islam |
Religion: Christianity |
Religion: Judaism |
Religion: Sikhism |
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Year 2 |
How does the Buddha change people’s lives?
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Why did God give Jesus to the world?
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Does praying at regular intervals everyday help a Muslim in his/her everyday life?
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Is it true that Jesus came back to life again?
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Does celebrating Chanukah make Jewish children feel closer to God? |
Creation story
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Religion: Buddhism |
Religion: Christianity |
Religion: Islam |
Religion: Christianity |
Religion: Judaism |
Religion: Christianity |
Key Stage 2
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Year Group |
Autumn 1 |
Autumn 2 |
Spring 1 |
Spring 2 |
Summer 1 |
Summer 2 |
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Year 3 |
How can Brahman be everywhere and in everything?
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Has Christmas lost its true meaning?
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Islam- commitment
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What is ‘good’ about Good Friday?
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How special is the relationship Jews have with God?
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Are Sikh stories important today? |
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Religion: Hinduism |
Religion: Christianity |
Religion: Islam
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Religion: Christianity |
Religion: Judaism |
Religion: Sikhism |
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Year 4 |
What are the teachings of Buddhism? |
What is the most significant part of the Nativity story for Christians today?
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Does completing Hajj make someone a better Muslim?
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Is forgiveness always possible?
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How important is it for Jewish people to do the things God wants to do?
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What is the best way for a Christian to show their commitment to God?
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Religion: Buddhism |
Religion: Christianity |
Religion: Islam
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Religion: Christianity |
Religion: Judaism |
Religion: Christianity |
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Year 5 |
Would visiting the River Ganges feel special to a non-Hindu?
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Is the Christmas story true?
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Does belief in Akhirah (life after death) help Muslims lead good lives?
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Did God intend Jesus to be crucified and if so, was Jesus aware of this?
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Are Jewish stories important?
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What is the best way for a Sikh to show their commitment to God? |
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Religion: Hinduism |
Religion: Christianity |
Religion: Islam |
Religion: Christianity
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Religion: Judaism
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Religion: Sikhism
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Year 6 |
Who is a part of the Buddhist community?
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How significant was it that Mary was Jesus’ mother?
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Does belief in Akhirah (life after death) help Muslims lead good lives?
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Who are the important and influential people in my life?
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What is the best way for a Jew to show commitment to God? |
Is anything ever eternal?
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Religion: Buddhism |
Religion: Christianity |
Religion: Islam |
Religion: Christianity |
Religion: Judaism |
Religion: Christianity |
