Religious Education

Curriculum Intent

At Corpus Christi, Religious Education (RE) is at the heart of all that we do. As a Catholic school, we embrace the teachings of the Catholic Church and work closely with the local Catholic community. In partnership with families and parishes, we support the children’s faith journeys and we ensure the Gospel values are central to our daily interactions as well as our mission statement being the foundation of all our policies.

‘The Pursuit of Excellence Whilst Loving God and Others.’

We follow Come and See, the programme of study that integrates the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the Catholic Levels of Attainment and the new Religious Education Curriculum Directory.

At the heart of the programme is the mystery of God’s self revelation of love through Jesus Christ. Come and See gives pupils the opportunity to explore the mystery of faith through Scripture and Tradition.

Come and See follows on from successful trialling in schools in England and Wales and is based on the theological foundations of the Second Vatican Council, the Catholic Catechism and the revised RE Curriculum Directory and includes the Catholic attainment levels.

The Catechism of the Catholic Church addresses the search for meaning in life. God’s initiative in Revelation who comes to meet us and our response of faith. (cf. CCC26) This pattern guides the structure of the programme and informs the process of each topic, opened up through; Explore, Reveal and Respond.

Catholic Social Teachings

The Religious Education curriculum at Corpus Christi provides many opportunities for children to develop their knowledge and understanding of the principles of Catholic Social Teaching, and to action that commitment through good works and words that show we live our faith in our community as a force for good.

Religious Education (RE) Policy RE Curriculum Overview

RE Progression of Knowledge Theological Stepping Stones RE Come and See Scripture

RE and Faith Life Leader: Mrs Lynch

RE Link Governor: Mrs K Jones

RE Faith Life Team: Please see details about our Faith Life Team under the the 'Our Catholic Life' tab on our website.

What our children think of Religious Education (RE) at Corpus Christi

How are people welcomed into our school?

"Say good morning." Simi Year 1

"We welcome them into our classroom and be friends with them." Joshua Year 1

"We welcome them by making friends and helping the with their learning." Isaac Year 2

What have you enjoyed learning in RE? Do you enjoy RE lessons and why?

"Learning about Church." Daisy Reception

“My favourite thing is when Jesus when the soldiers put him on the cross and he when he went in the sky.” Daye Reception

"Yes, because it is focus on Jesus and Jesus the best." Ojiugo Year 1

"Yes, because it gives us knowledge." Archie Year 1

"Yes I enjoy it, I like learning about Jesus and God and the Holy Spirit." Aiden Year 2

Governor Voice:

"My name is Mrs Kath Jones and I’m the school Governor linked with Religious Education in Corpus Christi school. I meet with Mrs Lynch regularly to discuss the RE curriculum and all the Faith Life activities taking place daily in our amazing school.

The school mission statement, “The pursuit of excellence whilst loving God and others” is the inspirational foundation of the faith life of the school. The Catholic Faith is a living part of the life of the school and every child is comfortably familiar with Scripture and Prayer, and the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, which they attend regularly throughout the school year. They are also encouraged to show kindness and friendship to each other, and older children help younger ones who may be struggling.

Also, various charities are supported by the children.

The whole school staff are totally dedicated to teaching the word of God and to creating a loving family atmosphere that brings the whole school together in God’s love.

The sheer volume of work produced by Mrs Lynch and the Faith Life leadership team to present such a comprehensive, augmented Curriculum is impressive to say the least.

We are privileged to have such an incredible Catholic school."

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The use of key questions’ in RE:

One of the main aims of the Religious Education curriculum is to promote a knowledge and understanding of the response of faith to ultimate questions about human life, its origins and purpose.

In RE we want to provide children with ‘compelling learning experiences’ which demands a more active and engaging approach to learning where children solve something, investigate reasons for things rather than be the mere recipients of knowledge.

By giving the learning in Religious Education direction through the use of key questions to answer or solve, the curriculum appears much more imaginative and challenging. A key question should also be relevant to the children’s interests and concerns.

It is for this reason that a good approach to the Religious Education curriculum is to use key questions as headings for each unit of work. At the end of each lesson, teachers ask what the children have learned to help them answer the big questions.

Come and See Suggested Big Questions

The Four Constitutions of the Second Vatican Council

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