Philosophers At Aloeric (RE)
Religious Education at Aloeric Primary School follows an enquiry-based approach using the scheme ‘Discovery RE.’ It provides a way of widening our children’s knowledge of the world through the wonderment of religion and beliefs. Each ‘Discovery RE’ unit begins with a ‘Big Question’ encouraging reflection and open-mindedness.
The key aims are to:
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Learn about religion and belief
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Learn from religion and belief
Throughout their time at Aloeric, children will study aspects of the major world faiths; Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Judaism, Buddhism and Sikhism.
These are explored alongside the children’s own beliefs, values and experiences. There is an emphasis on learning about religion but also learning from religion. Themes such as celebrations, special people, traditions, important places and our human values ensure the children are engaged with a topic that is relevant and exciting as well as building up their own personal values and linking to our school values.
We want our children to show respect, tolerance and understanding for the beliefs of others. This is promoted by allowing children to respond positively and with an enhanced vocabulary, to challenges they may face. Critical thinking skills allow them to relate the experience of others to themselves, develop curiosity, ask questions and develop an empathy and understanding of others that will take them through their future education and lives beyond the classroom. Lessons follow a 4-step enquiry approach.
Right to withdraw from RE:
Parents should note, there is an entitlement to withdraw from RE lessons. Any parents considering doing so should initially contact the office who will be able to pass details on to the current RE subject leader and class teachers.
