RE
Our vision for our R.E curriculum is based on the national guidance issued by Walsall council in June 2021 and follows the agreed Walsall Syllabus for Religious Education 2021-2026.
Intent
Pupils will:
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develop a secure level of religious understanding and knowledge;
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understand the meaning and purpose of life, beliefs about God, issues of right and wrong and their own identity;
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develop the ability to ask significant and reflective questions about religion and demonstrate a secure understanding of issues related to the nature, truth and value of religion;
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develop a strong understanding of how the diversity of beliefs, values, practices and ways of life within religion cohere together'
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grow in independence;
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develop the ability to think for themselves (critically) and take the initiative in, for example, asking questions, carrying out investigations, evaluating ideas and working constructively with others
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develop the ability to link the study of religion, ethics and belief to personal reflections on meaning and purpose;
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develop a secure knowledge and understanding across a wide range of religions and beliefs;
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have opportunities for social, moral, spiritual and cultural development.
Right of withdrawal
Religious Education (RE) is an important part of our curriculum. It provides pupils with opportunities to learn about a range of religious and non-religious worldviews, develop their understanding of different beliefs and practices, and consider questions about meaning, values and human experience.
Parents and carers have a legal right to request that their child is withdrawn from all or part of Religious Education. This right also applies to religious worship or collective worship, which is subject to separate legal provisions.
If you are considering withdrawing your child from RE, we encourage you to contact the Headteacher to discuss your request. This will provide an opportunity to explain the aims and content of the RE curriculum and to discuss the arrangements that would be made for your child if they are withdrawn.
Where a pupil is withdrawn from RE, the responsibility for providing religious education outside the school's RE provision rests with the parent or carer.
Overview of Curriculum
Our RE Journey at St James Primary School
Progression of RE
RE progression-overview-of-units.pdf
RE Knowledge Support Sheets
Religions knowledge organiser - KS1
Religions knowledge organiser - Lower KS2
Religions knowledge organiser - Upper KS2
If you want further information about the curriculum content your child is covering please call the school office to arrange an appointment to see the subject leader.
Visit by Imam Saeed from the local Mosque and a visit from Mr Bill Green who came to talk about his experience as a Humanist.
Mosque Trip
Years 3 and 4 had an exciting opportunity to visit a local Mosque in Walsall, where the children were given a talk and tour. It allowed the children to experience learning outside the classrooom and they were able to ask questions and reflect on a different religion.
Hindu Trip
Year 4 children had the opportunity to visit the Maha Shiv Shakti Mandir, they were able to talk about the gods and goddesses in the temple and listen to the speaker who told us about lots of Hindu practices.