Religious Education in the curriculum:
10% of our teaching timetable is dedicated to Religious Education. Please refer to the curriculum map and termly leaflets for more information on what the children are learning and how you can support them. The content of Religious Education at St. John Bosco Catholic School offers a systematic programme of study which comprehensively covers all the strands and requirements of The Religious Education Curriculum Directory (3-19). This ensures that the teaching and learning of Religious Education at our school reflects the vision and breadth of the teaching of the Church outlined in the Catechism.
At our school, Religious Education (RE) is a core subject and reflects the Catholic ethos and mission of the school. It forms an integral part of the curriculum and contributes to the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of all pupils.
However, in accordance with legislation, parents and carers have the right to withdraw their child, wholly or in part, from Religious Education lessons. Any parent wishing to exercise this right is encouraged to speak with the Headteacher to discuss their concerns and the nature of the provision that will be made for their child during these times.
Where a child is withdrawn from RE, we will make appropriate alternative arrangements for supervision, though we are not required to provide alternative curriculum content.
How you can help:
As the first educators of your children, it is important that they see you taking part in religious life. By attending Mass regularly and supporting them in their school work, we can work together to provide a spiritually rich environment which enables them to grow in the light and love of God.
Family RE display
Come and See:
At St. John Bosco Catholic Primary School, we follow the ‘Come and See’ programme to deliver high-quality Religious Education lessons from EYFS through to Key Stages 1 and 2. It encompasses three themes which are gradually explored at greater depths as the children get older. The three themes are: Church, Sacrament and Christian Living.
The process for delivering the topics in ‘Come and See’ has three stages:
1) Explore
‘Explore’ is the introduction to the topic where the children’s life experience is explored. The questions it raises are wondered at, shared, investigated and their significance is reflected upon.
2) Reveal
‘Reveal’ is the heart of the programme where knowledge and understanding of the Catholic faith is revealed through the Word, in Scripture, Tradition, doctrine, prayers, rites and Christian living.
3) Respond
‘Respond’ is where the learning is assimilated, celebrated and responded to in daily life. At the end of each topic, children will be given an opportunity to apply what they have learnt by responding to a ‘Big Question’ assessment question.
Other Faiths
At St. John Bosco Catholic School, the children also learn about other world religions such as Islam and Judaism. Each year group has a particular area to focus on within world religions which are outlined in Come and See at various times throughout the year (taking into account when festivals and celebrations fall).
Bosco Bear’s RE Journey through school
