Religious Education

Religious education (RE) is skilfully led. The curriculum is effectively planned to build pupils’ knowledge sequentially. As a result, pupils engage well and develop a comprehensive understanding of a range of world faiths.  SIAMS inspection 2025

Our approach to Religious Education

Religious Education (RE) is a valued and respected part of learning at Eckington C E First School. As a Church of England school, our RE curriculum reflects our Christian vision and supports pupils to grow academically, spiritually, morally, and socially.  RE gives children the opportunity to explore Christianity in depth while also learning about other major world religions and worldviews. Through thoughtful enquiry and reflection, pupils are encouraged to ask meaningful questions about life, beliefs, and values.

The syllabus we follow

RE is taught in line with the Worcestershire Agreed Syllabus for Religious Education (2025–2030).

This syllabus supports a broad and balanced RE curriculum that:

  • Places Christianity at the heart of learning in a Church of England school
  • Introduces pupils to other religions and worldviews at appropriate stages
  • Develops pupils’ ability to think deeply, reflect respectfully, and express views thoughtfully

What children learn in RE

Throughout their time at school, pupils:

  • Learn about Christian beliefs, teachings, practices, and festivals
  • Explore other faith traditions, such as Judaism and Islam
  • Consider important questions about meaning, belief, faith, and human experience
  • Learn to show respect and understanding towards people of all faiths and none

RE lessons encourage children to:

  • Ask questions and discuss ideas
  • Learn from religious stories, texts, symbols, and artefacts
  • Reflect on how beliefs influence individual lives and communities today

How RE is taught

RE is taught through:

  • Discussion, enquiry, and exploration
  • Use of stories, artefacts, artwork, and visual sources
  • Opportunities for reflection and quiet thinking
  • Links with our school’s Christian values and collective worship
  • We have a rolling curriculum of enquiry questions, which is set out clearly in our Long Term Planning document.  A copy is viewable on the website, under 'Curriculum'.

Lessons are inclusive, welcoming pupils of all backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. Children are not expected to hold particular beliefs but are encouraged to learn about religion and to reflect on ideas thoughtfully.

Assessment in RE

Assessment in RE focuses on:

  • Understanding of religious beliefs and practices
  • Ability to explain ideas using appropriate vocabulary
  • Reflection and respectful discussion of different viewpoints

Progress is shared in age‑appropriate ways and supports teachers in planning meaningful learning experiences.

The importance of RE in our school

RE plays a key role in helping pupils:

  • Develop empathy, respect, and curiosity
  • Understand diversity in modern Britain
  • Reflect on their own values and beliefs
  • Grow into thoughtful, compassionate members of society

This approach supports our commitment to educating the whole child and aligns closely with our Christian ethos.

Further information

Parents and carers are welcome to contact the school if they would like to know more about our RE curriculum or discuss how RE is taught.