Religious Studies
RE Teachers
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Vision of Subject“Do not train children to learning by force and harshness, but direct them to it by what amuses their minds, so that you may be better able to discover with accuracy the peculiar bent of the genius of each.’’ - Plato The RE Department strives to encourage children to show an interest in diversity and the rituals and beliefs about the world in which we live. We want to engage and excite students about the main world religions, morality and philosophical thinking. We believe that the study of RE is important to developing young people to think critically, act ethically and understand people’s differences through having an open mind and tolerance. Through this understanding of the world around us, our students will be better equipped to shape their choices for the future. The skills learned in RE will allow them to debate, discuss, evaluate and critically analyse. These skills will give young people a voice to be heard. |
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Statement of IntentIn Religious Education, we aim to make analytic and open-minded learners through a broad and balanced curriculum. We give learners the opportunity to express themselves and have a voice, both through oracy and through extended writing tasks. The curriculum allows students to learn about a variety of religions at Key stage 3 and focuses on Islam, Christianity and humanist approach at KS4. The lessons are planned to engage students to challenge and try and make sense of the big philosophical and ethical questions humans have in life. In RE, the curriculum aims to weave core British values of justice and equality alongside the impact of religion on individuals and communities. RE provides are students with the skills to communicate, empathise, evaluate and debate. |
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KS3In Key stage 3 assessments are completed every half term to track and monitor the progress of students. Feedback is given to students about what they have done well and how they can improve. They are also given a ‘stage’ showing the skills they have mastered which allows them to see how closely they are working towards their flight path. In years 7 and 8, students are taught in mixed ability classes whilst in year 9 students are taught in sets based on ability. They receive one hour per week. Home work is set every 5/6 lessons. |
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KS4At Key Stage 4 students opt to study Religious Studies. Religious studies students follow Eduqas exam specification component A. They will be awarded a grade 1-9 following their GCSE examinations in the summer of Year 11. The paper 1(50%) is examining ethical issues in the modern world looking at 4 topics; End of Life Relationships Human Rights Good and evil Paper 2 (25%) examines Christian beliefs and practices. Paper 3 (25%) examines Islamic beliefs and practices. Students have 3 one hour lessons per week. Assessments to track progress are set regularly throughout each half term. With feedback being related to GCSE criteria to highlight areas of strength. Throughout their time at Kirkby, students are taught the following key skills: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of religion and belief, including: beliefs, practices and sources of authority influence on individuals, communities and societies similarities and differences within and/or between religions and beliefs Analyse and evaluate aspects of religion and belief, including their significance and influence |
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Overview of the Religious Studies CurriculumThe topics students cover throughout Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 are outlined in the link below: Links to GCSE Exam Board SpecificationsLinks to GCSE Exam Board Specifications The specification code for GCSE Religious Studies is Route A3 – including Component 3 Option 3: Islam C120P3 http://www.eduqas.co.uk/qualifications/religious-studies/gcse/ Long term KS3 and 4 Scheme of workYear 7- ThemesCommunity and founders Responsibility and commitment Attitudes towards crime and forgiveness Nature of God Festivals and celebrations Year 8 ThemesRelationships Worship Creation Life after death The Big 6 and beyond Rules and Laws Year 9 ThemesAbortion Human rights Extremism Holocaust Good and evil Islam and Christianity beliefs in action Year 10Beliefs and teachings of Christianity & Islam End of life Human rights Year 11Term1 – Human relationships Term 2 –Good and Evil Term 3 – Re-call and revision |
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Additional Information‘drop in’ revision sessions Revision packs If you wish to discuss any aspect of the RE curriculum, please contact Mrs A Smith, Senior Assistant Headteacher, in school. |