Intent

At Marnel Junior School, our RE curriculum equips children with the knowledge, critical thinking skills, and open-minded, respectful attitudes needed to explore the diverse world of religion and beliefs. We empower pupils to:

• Investigate and Reflect: Form their own informed decisions about what beliefs mean to them personally, while deeply empathizing with the perspectives of others.
• Promote Cohesion: Foster mutual respect and tolerance within our diverse society, directly contributing to pupils' personal development and well-being.
• Build Character: Form an integral part of our moral ethos and enriched curriculum, guiding children to become thoughtful, compassionate members of the community.

Implementation

We deliver high-quality Religious Education through Jigsaw RE - an innovative, comprehensive scheme of work that places personal, social, and spiritual development at its core.

We believe it is vital for children to understand that we all view the world through a unique lens shaped by our experiences, culture, and upbringing. The Jigsaw RE curriculum features engaging 6-lesson enquiries exploring a wide range of worldviews:

• Christianity (enquiries across every year group)
• Islam
• Judaism
• Sanatana Dharma (Hinduism)
• Sikhi
• Buddhism
• Bahá’í
• Humanism
• Ethical Veganism

Our curriculum directly promotes our core learning behaviours - tolerance, respect, co-operation, open-mindedness, and resilience - while actively supporting British Values. Through collaborative learning, enquiry-based questions, and personal reflection, pupils deepen their understanding of how religion shapes lives individually, communally, and cross-culturally.

Impact

By the time pupils leave Marnel Junior School, they will have developed a strong understanding of the diverse religions, beliefs and worldviews that shape contemporary society. They will be able to discuss and compare different perspectives respectfully, demonstrating empathy, tolerance and an appreciation of diversity.

Pupils will leave with the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to evaluate beliefs, consider moral and ethical questions, and make informed decisions about their own values and actions. Through RE, children develop spiritually, morally, socially and culturally, becoming thoughtful, respectful and responsible citizens who are well prepared for life in a diverse society.

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