R.E.
At Epsom Downs, we base our R.E. lessons around the Agreed Syllabus for Religious Education in Surrey Schools. The children have the opportunity to learn about the main religions throughout their time at Epsom Downs.
The main aims of the Agreed Syllabus are to enable pupils to:
· Demonstrate an appreciation of the nature of religion and belief and the important contribution of religious and spiritual insights and values to the individual’s search for meaning in life, whilst acknowledging that this may also come from a non-religious perspective.
· Develop knowledge and understanding of Christianity, and of the other principal religions and beliefs represented in Great Britain, both through their history and their contemporary diverse expressions.
· Develop interest in and enthusiasm for the study of religion and beliefs and enhance their own spiritual, moral, social and cultural development.
· Develop the ability to make reasoned, informed and creative responses to religious and moral issues.
· Recognise the influence of beliefs, values and traditions on the individual, on culture and on communities throughout the world.
A new RE syllabus will be introduced in September 2023, during this interim period we have the exciting opportunity to trial some of the new syllabus. Please see the new curriculum map which details the units of work covered in each year group.
The Agreed Syllabus for Religious Education in Surrey Schools 2017-2022
