Religious Education at Tintagel Primary School

At Tintagel Primary School, Religious Education encourages children to explore the beliefs, values and worldviews that shape people's lives. Through discussion, enquiry and reflection, pupils develop their understanding of religion and belief while considering their own experiences, ideas and questions about the world around them.

RE provides opportunities for children to explore questions of meaning, purpose, identity and belonging. By learning about different faiths and non-religious worldviews, pupils develop respect for others, challenge stereotypes and gain an appreciation of the diverse communities that make up modern Britain and the wider world.

Through positive and engaging experiences, we encourage children to think deeply, ask thoughtful questions and recognise the importance of understanding different perspectives. In doing so, they develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to become respectful, informed and responsible citizens.

Aims

Through our Religious Education curriculum, we aim for all pupils to:

• Develop knowledge and understanding of Christianity and a range of other religions and worldviews.
• Explore how beliefs, values and practices influence the lives of individuals, communities and societies.
• Ask meaningful questions about identity, belonging, meaning, purpose and truth.
• Reflect on their own beliefs, values and experiences while respecting the views of others.
• Develop the skills of enquiry, discussion, analysis and critical thinking.
• Build respect, empathy and understanding towards people from different backgrounds, cultures and traditions.
• Challenge prejudice and develop an appreciation of diversity within local, national and global communities.
• Make connections between religious and non-religious worldviews and consider how these shape the way people live.
• Communicate ideas and viewpoints thoughtfully, confidently and respectfully.

How We Teach RE

Our Religious Education curriculum follows the Cornwall Agreed Syllabus for Religious Education, developed through Cornwall SACRE. The syllabus promotes an enquiry-based approach, encouraging children to investigate questions about religion, belief and human experience through exploration, discussion and reflection.

In the Early Years Foundation Stage, RE forms part of Understanding the World, where children begin to learn about themselves, their families, their communities and the beliefs and traditions of others.

Throughout the school, pupils study Christianity alongside other major world religions, including Hinduism, Islam and Judaism, as well as non-religious worldviews. Learning focuses not only on what people believe, but also on how those beliefs influence everyday life, celebrations, traditions and choices.

As a school, we subscribe to the National Association of Teachers of Religious Education (NATRE), enabling staff to access high-quality resources, guidance and professional development to support the delivery of an engaging and ambitious RE curriculum.

RE is taught through dedicated lessons and enriched through discussion, storytelling, exploration of sacred texts and artefacts, visits, visitors and opportunities to learn from the experiences of others. Learning is closely linked to our school values and wider curriculum, helping children to develop curiosity, understanding and respect for the diverse world in which they live.