Religious Education at Kingsham Primary School
Through our carefully crafted Religious Education (RE) curriculum, we aim to support every pupil in developing spiritually, academically, emotionally, and morally. Our goal is to equip them with the tools they need to understand themselves and others and to navigate the opportunities, challenges, and responsibilities of life in an ever-changing, multicultural world.
Celebrating Diversity and Understanding
Regular assemblies and celebrations of religious and non-religious festivals and events are a cornerstone of our approach. These, alongside dedicated Religious Education lessons and a wide range of trips and visits, foster a deep appreciation for the diversity of our school community and the wider world. We celebrate a variety of beliefs, traditions, cultures, languages, and histories, helping pupils connect with and respect the rich tapestry of human experience.
Our RE Curriculum
Our Religious Education curriculum has been thoughtfully designed to ensure progression, breadth, and depth across the primary phase. Across a two-year cycle, it provides even and thorough coverage of the key religions as outlined in the West Sussex Agreed Syllabus. Our curriculum strikes a balance between two essential aspects of Religious Education:
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Learning About Religion
Pupils gain knowledge about world religions, including key facts, traditions, artefacts, and common themes that span religious and cultural practices. -
Learning From Religion
Pupils are encouraged to reflect critically, analyse stories and events, and explore the deeper meanings behind religious and cultural narratives.
To deliver a high-quality RE program, we have drawn on resources from the West Sussex Agreed Syllabus and the University of Chichester Academy Trust. These have informed our ‘Topics and Opportunities’ document, ensuring a comprehensive and engaging learning experience for every pupil.
You can see our Topics and Opportunities document here.
The Purpose of RE at Kingsham Primary School
Religious Education at Kingsham Primary School aims to:
- Offer opportunities for personal reflection and spiritual, moral, social, and cultural growth.
- Encourage pupils to examine their own beliefs, values, and experiences in light of their learning.
- Promote empathy, respect, and dialogue, preparing pupils for participation in a diverse society.
- Support the development of an informed understanding of political, social, and moral issues in a globalised world.
- Encourage pupils to address controversial issues, manage differences with respect, and challenge stereotypes and prejudice.
Religious Education is not just a subject at Kingsham—it is central to developing well-rounded, respectful, and thoughtful citizens. It helps our pupils engage meaningfully with the world, enabling them to build positive relationships, appreciate diversity, and approach life with empathy and understanding.
Enriching Education Through Trips and Visits
At Kingsham Primary School, we believe that education extends far beyond the classroom. Children's trips and visits are vital opportunities for hands-on learning, fostering curiosity, and broadening horizons. Through carefully planned experiences, our pupils explore the world around them, make meaningful connections to their studies, and develop important life skills.
To complement our RE curriculum, we have a range of school trips and other opportunities, including local visits to explore places of worship, external visitors from faith communities and other opportunities for exploration.
Examples include:
- Visit to Revelation Church to take part in their Nativity Journey.
- Visited Chichester Cathedral to explore the spiritual trail and planet Mars.
- Welcomed Imran Kotwal to talk about daily life of a Muslim child; rites of passage in Islam and Ramadan and Eid.
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Walked to St George's Church to learn about the important features of a church.