Religious Education

The RE curriculum is based on the ODBE scheme of work and is aligned with the RE statement of entitlement and the current PAN Berkshire syllabus.

RE contributes to pupils’ flourishing by creating spaces where pupils feel respected, safe and confident to share beliefs and lived experiences. Sensitive handling of personal faith perspectives, alongside explicit recognition of diversity, reflects a culture rooted in dignity and inclusion. This is enriched through engagement with real-life experiences, including contributions from members of the school community representing a range of faith traditions.

RE statement of curriculum intent

We are growing children to be active, inclusive citizens in a worldwide community, with a good understanding and knowledge of different faiths, cultures and heritages. Demonstrating respect, empathy and acceptance.

Through enquiry work across several religions pupils are supported to develop their understanding of the fundamental principles of religion enabling them to draw comparisons.

Our engaging creative curriculum makes links with art and music with a strong focus on the promotion of oracy to enable pupils to articulate their thinking and opinions and respond to those of others.

An RE lesson

Units begin with an enquiry question.
Lessons begin with a spark to engage the pupils
Balance between knowledge acquisition and skill application through discussion and debate
Balance between opportunities for personal reflection and enquiry
Opportunities to record and develop their own opinions in more detail in order to engage in ongoing dialogue with staff

Thatcham Park CE Primary

Religious Education

RE statement of curriculum intent

An RE lesson

RE curriculum documents