Why Study RE?

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Through the study of R.E. our students are given relevant and challenging opportunities to explore both spiritual and ethical topics in our society today. They are encouraged to develop and express their opinions through class discussion and written tasks, while at the same time understanding the importance of respect, tolerance and inclusion for others, who may have different values and points of view.

 

In Year 8 our students are introduced to topic of ‘creation’ under the topic of World Religions. Religious and scientific theories are presented which allows pupils to consider what they believe and start to formulate opinions. Unit 2 focus is on the Bible, its structure, development and importance, leading into an in-depth study on faith in God through study of the life of Corrie Ten Boom.

 

In Year 9 pupils learn about the work of Jesus through the miracles and consider their relevance to modern society. In term two they progress to the parables, which links into how people are treated in our world today through the study of ‘Human Rights and Child Exploitation’, focusing on the issue of child soldiers and ‘Human Rights and Equality’ through the work of Martin Luther King Jr. in America.

 

In Year 10 our focus is on how God’s people worshiped in the Tabernacle in the Old Testament, understanding the rituals and their meaning, linking to the connection of the coming of Jesus Christ as the Messiah, in the New Testament. The final unit is about the celebration of Passover and the significance of the celebration in modern society. A special Tabernacle workshop is provided for all classes to embed knowledge and understanding.

 

Our pupils are given the opportunity to participate in local events e.g. World Development and Relief exhibition and can be involved in presenting special assemblies. Youth Alpha course is a new initiative which has been introduced for year 10 classes.

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