RE
At Bowdon Church School we want to model our lives on the example of Jesus and experience the world in all it's fullness. We nurture our Christian faith whilst learning about and respecting the faiths and beliefs of others. We enjoy exploring and questioning different belief systems. We have the freedom to ask big questions about the world around us.
Intent
Children will learn to love life and to love God and Jesus
- Children will learn the importance of loving, learning and growing together
Children will learn to reflect on the existence of a spiritual world
Children will confidently explore their own beliefs and values whilst understanding and respecting those of others
Through study of the Chester Diocese RE syllabus 'Questful RE' children will gain a deeper understanding of Christianity and other world faiths
Children will gain understanding of other world religions and study the similarities and differences of different faiths.
Children will become confident in discussion and debate of concepts and ideas through the development of the following key skills: enquiry, investigation, interpretation and reflection
Implement
Through the Chester Diocese RE syllabus 'Questful RE' supplemented by the Church of England Understanding Christianity resource
The units build progressively from Reception to Year Six. The curriculum content is a balance of three essentials disciplines of quality RE , Theology, Philosophy and Human Social Science
As a Church of England school our Christian ethos is woven through all aspects of school life and the wider school community
Strong links with the local churches, especially St Mary's Bowdon and Chester Diocese are intrinsic to the life of the school and our development as a loving Christian community
Impact
Children are inspired to fight against social injustice and environmental damage
- Preparing children for citizenship in today's diverse society
Our children are confident and articulate, able to explore and express their beliefs in a safe non-judgemental environment
Through the study of beliefs and ideas our children learn to respect and value opinions that differ from their own
A variety of assessment techniques are used to measure impact including records of class discussions as well as individual work