RE – curriculum information
At Wansbeck RE is now being taught following the new RE framework. The aim of the new framework is to ensure that all pupils develop religious literacy through:
- Knowing about and understanding a range of religious and worldviews (Worldview simply meaning the way in which people look at the world, not necessarily from a religious viewpoint).
- Expressing ideas and insights about the nature, significance and impact of religion and worldviews.
- Gaining and deploying skills to enhance learning about religions and worldviews.
The new RE framework is taught through the lenses of theology, philosophy and social sciences, encouraging children to look at things from different perspectives and prompting discussion on how things can be seen or interpreted differently.
Within each year group at Wansbeck, children will learn about the Christian faith. They will then study other religions and worldviews throughout the different key stages.
Foundation Stage pupils will continue to look at and learn about a range of religious and cultural celebrations throughout the year. They will also cover work under the following themes – special places, special times, special people, special books and special things.
Key Stage 1 pupils will focus on Christianity, as well as learning about Judaism and Humanism. They will do this through the themes of temptation, believing and big questions
Key Stage 2 pupils will focus on Christianity, as well as learning about Islam, Sikhi and Humanism. They will do this through the themes of communities, justice, our world and hopes and visions.
Throughout school life children will also learn about the Christian celebrations of Christmas and Easter. Other cultural, religious and non-religious celebrations will be discussed during assemblies and at other times as they occur.
Curriculum Intent:
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“Teachers make regular checks on the progress
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“There is a
consistent approach to the teaching of phonics. Regular checks help teachers to
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ensured that all safeguarding requirements are fit for purpose.”
“The school is passionate about the community it serves and determined
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“Teaching assistants provide effective support for pupils, prompting them to explain their answers and
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“Pupils often have
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“The designated safeguarding leader is tenacious in her approach and
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“Spelling errors
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helps pupils to avoid future repetitions.”
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“Grammatical errors are discussed with pupils, and this helps them to improve their writing.”
“Wansbeck Primary School is a happy, well-organised school that is at the heart of the local community.”
“Any issues raised are always dealt with, absolutely no concerns brilliant school and lovely caring staff. My child learns a lot attending this school. Thank you.”
“You pay
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“The quality of pupils’ handwriting has also improved, particularly in key stage 2.”
“Very happy with school. Feel really assured with the help we have had from SENCO with the assessment for my child regarding possible autism and ADHD. More than happy with teachers and support staff.”
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“Teachers accurately demonstrate to pupils the sounds that letters make. This
helps pupils to repeat the sounds they are learning.”