Statement of Intent for Religion and World Views

Our intent is to provide a safe space for young people to develop their understanding of people, cultures, faiths and relationships. Through the use of our Religious Education teaching we enable pupils to gain a coherent understanding of religions and worldviews, preparing them for life in twenty-first century Britain. RE is not simply about gaining knowledge and understanding about religions and beliefs. It also helps pupils to develop their own understanding of the world and how to live, in the light of their learning, developing understanding, skills and attitudes. It makes a significant contribution to pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development, as well as important opportunities for exploring British values. We celebrate our church school identity by a teaching and learning approach that enables pupils to move from an understanding of biblical texts and how to handle it, to an understanding of what this means for Christians within the Church and in Christian living, including opportunities for pupils to examine and evaluate connections between these ideas and the wider world. We provide strong links to our local church and clergy, providing a range of opportunities to worship and celebrate together as a community.