Religious Education Knowledge Progression
The RE leader is Miss Kirby
At Church Hill Infant school we believe that RE is a valuable part of each child’s educational journey as they live in a multicultural community and country with many differing beliefs and views. We currently follow a curriculum that has been designed by experienced teachers / leaders from the Trust and we felt privileged as a school to be part of that working party. The document that has been designed outlines a simple and progressive curriculum that is relevant to the age, abilities and backgrounds of our children.
We provide learning through whole school themes, religious elements in topic work and timetabled sessions.
We use a variety of teaching methods to deliver the RE curriculum such as storytelling, conversation and discussion, imaginative writing, drama and creative activities. We positively encourage visitors into school, and include visits to religious places such as the local church in Thurmaston.
We firmly believe that Religious Education allows children to learn about religious traditions and beliefs but it also allows them to reflect on what the religious ideas and concepts mean to them.
Children attend daily assemblies which are non-denominational and broadly Christian in nature. These include a daily act of worship.
We respect the right of parents to withdraw their children from assemblies or RE lessons. Should you wish to do so please contact your child’s class teacher in the first instance so that we can explore any concerns and discuss the content of the curriculum.