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Science at Bedford Drive Primary School
“Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all.”
RE is a non-statutory subject, however the school has referred to the Department for Education’s guidance on this and developed a curriculum for RE that aims to ensure that all pupils:
provokes challenging questions about the meaning and purpose of life, beliefs, the self, issues of right and wrong, and what it means to be human. It develops pupils’ knowledge and understanding of Christianity, other principal religions, and religious traditions that examine these questions, fostering personal reflection and spiritual development
encourages pupils to explore their own beliefs (whether they are religious or non-religious), in the light of what they learn, as they examine issues of religious belief and faith and how these impact on personal, institutional and social ethics; and to express their responses. This also builds resilience to anti-democratic or extremist narratives
enables pupils to build their sense of identity and belonging, which helps them flourish within their communities and as citizens in a diverse society
teaches pupils to develop respect for others, including people with different faiths and beliefs, and helps to challenge prejudice
prompts pupils to consider their responsibilities to themselves and to others, and to explore how they might contribute to their communities and to wider society. It encourages empathy, generosity and compassion.
We use RE Discovery scheme of work here at Bedford Drive. It is an enquiry based curriculum. Christianity is taught in every year group, with Christmas and Easter given new treatment each year, developing the learning in a progressive way. Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism and Sikhism are also covered. Humanist perspectives are added when appropriate in some enquiries.
Our lessons also encompass SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural) development. Lessons also help our children with knowledge and understanding which can lead to tolerance and respect for others and their beliefs.
Explore our RE documents here…