Religious Education (RE)
Intent
RE fulfils the requirements of the Religious Education Curriculum Directory as published by the Bishops of England and Wales. The RE curriculum at St. Joseph’s follows the Diocesan approved scheme People of God, and doctrine is taught in accordance with the teachings of the Catholic Church. The school aims for the Christian growth of its children in their own faith and in their awareness of the world around them.
Respect for other faiths and cultures is part of our mission and the teaching of other cultures and religions is an important part of our programme within the context of the requirements of the Curriculum Directory. Pupils will be taught about the integrity of other faiths and not as comparative religion. Pupils will learn about the beliefs, expression and celebration, living and belonging, of the principal religions in Great Britain.
We celebrate a weekly school Mass which is prepared and led by pupils in each class. We have daily prayers throughout the school day and on Mondays, we begin the week with a Principal’s Gospel, Prayer and Liturgy, which allows pupils to listen to the Gospel, reflect and take forward a message for the week ahead.
Faith is one of the fundamental aspects of the St. Joseph’s community. Everybody who attends St. Joseph’s is a member of our faith community and is therefore fully included in our Catholic Life and Mission, Religious Education and Catholic Life.
Curriculum Overview
What our Children Say…
“RE is a lesson like no other – special.” – Year 3 child
“We learn about Jesus, His life and His ancestors.” – Year 4 child
“It grows my faith in God and gets me closer to Jesus.” – Year 6 child
Deepening Opportunities
Catholic Life and Mission along with Collective Worship deepen children’s RE knowledge at every opportunity. Our faith is at the very heart of who we are and what we do.
See information about the faith life of our school.