Intent
At Rusper Primary School, our Religion and Worldviews curriculum aims to develop pupils’ understanding of the diverse beliefs, practices and values that shape people’s lives both locally and globally. Through learning about a range of religious and non-religious worldviews, pupils develop curiosity, respect and an appreciation of diversity.
Our curriculum enables children to explore important questions about meaning, identity, belonging and morality. Pupils learn that people hold different beliefs and that these beliefs influence how individuals and communities live their lives.
We aim to ensure pupils develop both substantive knowledge (knowledge about religions and worldviews) and disciplinary knowledge (how to investigate and understand beliefs, sources and traditions). This allows pupils to think critically, ask thoughtful questions and consider different perspectives.
Religion and Worldviews at Rusper Primary School promotes respect, tolerance and understanding, supporting pupils to appreciate diversity and preparing them to live in modern Britain. Through exploring both religious and non-religious worldviews, pupils learn to reflect on their own values and develop empathy for others.
Implementation
Religion and Worldviews is taught through an enquiry-based curriculum which encourages pupils to investigate beliefs, practices and traditions while reflecting on their own ideas.
The curriculum is organised around four key areas of knowledge:
Beliefs
Pupils learn about how different religions and worldviews explain ideas about life, existence, spirituality and identity.
Practices
Pupils explore how beliefs are expressed through traditions, festivals, rituals, places of worship and everyday actions.
Wisdom and morality
Children examine stories, teachings and guidance that influence how people live their lives and make moral choices.
Community and belonging
Pupils explore how worldviews shape identity, communities and relationships with others.
Our curriculum develops pupils’ enquiry skills by encouraging them to:
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ask thoughtful questions
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investigate stories, artefacts and sources
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compare similarities and differences between worldviews
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reflect on their own ideas and experiences
As a small village school with mixed-age classes, learning is often collaborative and discussion-based. Teachers use storytelling, artefacts, images, texts and discussion to help pupils understand how beliefs influence people’s lives.
Pupils learn about a range of religious and non-religious worldviews including Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Sikhism, Buddhism and Humanism, allowing them to develop a broad understanding of beliefs in the modern world.
Impact
Through the Religion and Worldviews curriculum, pupils develop knowledge, understanding and respect for the diverse beliefs and traditions found within society.
Pupils at Rusper Primary School are able to:
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describe key beliefs and practices from a range of religious and non-religious worldviews
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recognise similarities and differences between traditions
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ask thoughtful questions about meaning, morality and belief
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reflect on their own values and ideas
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demonstrate respect and tolerance for people whose beliefs differ from their own
By the end of Year 6, pupils have developed the knowledge and skills needed to understand the role of religion and worldviews in people’s lives and communities. They are able to engage respectfully in discussions about belief and identity and are prepared to contribute positively to a diverse and inclusive society.
