Religious Education and World Views Curriculum
Learning for life, striving for excellence!
At Meridian Primary School the teaching of Religion and Worldviews is a vital part of our curriculum, supporting the spiritual, moral and cultural development of all our pupils. Our curriculum helps children explore life’s big questions, reflect on their own views and develop respect and understanding of others in a diverse society.
We follow the Cambridgeshire Agreed Syllabus for Religious Education which provides a clear framework for progression in knowledge, skills and understanding.
The syllabus is built around 3 key aims:
In Reception, lessons focus on Christianity and the beliefs and religions of the children in the class. It also sets the scene by installing respect for alternative ideas to our own. Pupils are introduced to the other religions in Key Stage 1.
In Key Stage 2, children enjoy learning about and comparing all the major religions, as well as the non-religious beliefs of Humanists.
Throughout, pupils learn through stories, celebrations and experiences, developing a sense of wonder, interest and empathy.
Religion and Worldviews at Meridian is not about promoting a particular religious or non-religious view. Instead, it aims to help pupils engage thoughtfully with different perspectives, fostering the school’s values: Resilience, Kindness, Community, Respect and Curiosity.