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Religious Education provides a deeper understanding to our children about their place in the community by promoting mutual respect and tolerance in a diverse society.  It is neither a core nor a foundation subject; the 1988 Education Act states that ‘Religious Education has equal standing in relation to core subjects of the National Curriculum in that it is compulsory for all registered pupils’. At Handsworth, we challenge children to ask questions about meaning and purpose in life, beliefs about God, ultimate reality, issues of right and wrong and what it means to be human. Pupils learn about religions and worldviews in local, national and global contexts, to discover, explore and consider answers for these questions. Religious Education equips pupils with systematic knowledge and understanding of a range of religions and worldviews which they are able to use to understand the role they and others play within the community. 

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At Handsworth, we aim to:

  • provide a deeper understanding for our children about our place in the community by promoting mutual respect and tolerance in a diverse society.

  • Promote personal growth, a positive attitude and respect by exploring and celebrating different faiths and beliefs.

  • make connections and build on prior knowledge throughout their time in education. 

  • We give them time and space to explore and discuss similarities and differences between their beliefs and the beliefs of others.

  • develop their understanding of the ways in which beliefs influence people in their behaviour, practices and outlook.

  • encourage learners to develop a positive attitude towards other people who hold religious beliefs different from their own.

  • develop the ability to make reasoned and informed judgements about religious and moral issues and enhance their spiritual, moral, social and cultural development.

  • include and promote British values, ensuring that children are aware of their rights and responsibilities as UK citizens.

  • teach an inclusive curriculum which allows children to explore what it means to be a person with religious and non-religious beliefs.

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