Religious Education

The foundation of a good education is a thorough understanding of our differences and commonalities."

– Barack Obama

Religious Education (RE) teaches you about different religions and beliefs. You learn their stories, traditions, and values, helping you understand and respect others. RE also encourages you to think about important questions in life and how we can live together peacefully.

In our multicultural society, Religious Education is a vitally important element of our children’s education. It locates children in our society and enables them to relate to the traditions and beliefs of others, while developing their religious literacy and discernment, as well as their own belief system. As an academic subject, it develops the critical thinking and understanding that are necessary in modern society with respect to faith and belief.

Christianity is taught in every year group, with Christmas and Easter given new treatment each year, developing the learning in a progressive way. Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Sikhi are also covered. Humanist perspectives are added when appropriate in some enquiries in addition to the Introduction to Humanism enquiry. Children also have their Religious Education enhanced by visits and visitors that widen their knowledge and understanding of the many faiths in Newcastle and the wider world.

Find out more about RE at Knop Law by following the links below:

Religious Education Policy

Religious Education - Curriculum Overview