Religious Education
RE Lead
Mrs Christian
Miss Connolly
Curriculum Intent
At Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, the aim of Religious Education is to lead children to a deeper understanding of Christianity through the Catholic tradition, in accordance with The Curriculum Directory for Catholic Schools. We encourage children to ask meaningful questions about life, purpose, and relationships, both with themselves and others.
Using both the Come and See syllabus and the new RED programme (EYFS–Year 4), we provide a broad and balanced curriculum that respects and accommodates individual needs. Our goal is to support children as they begin and continue their journey in faith, fostering a belief that Jesus Christ can provide answers to life’s big questions.
We aim to nurture the skills and attitudes necessary for this journey while promoting self-esteem, a love of learning, and a sense of joy and fulfilment. Our school community strives to be a living example of a Christian community, built on Catholic values and expressed in the relationships between staff, pupils, and families.
Curriculum Implementation
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Deliver Religious Education through the Come and See syllabus and the new RED programme (EYFS–Year 4), promoting Christian values relevant to everyday life and encouraging children to live by those values.
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Support each child in developing love and respect for themselves and for others, and celebrate mutual respect throughout the school.
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Follow all safeguarding and child protection policies and ensure the safety and security of all pupils and staff.
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Allocate sufficient time across the curriculum to address academic, spiritual, moral, cultural, and physical development.
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Create a stimulating, fun learning environment where children can achieve, be inspired, and feel valued.
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Maintain open and effective communication with families and stakeholders through various channels.
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Provide an open-door policy that fosters a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for all members of the school community.
Religious Education Programme – EYFS, KS1, and KS2
To achieve our curriculum aims, Religious Education is delivered using:
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The RED Programme: Introduced from EYFS to Year 4, this new Religious Education Directory (RED) curriculum is being implemented as per guidance from the Archdiocese of Liverpool. Full implementation will occur once formally introduced and staff have received appropriate training.
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Come and See: This programme will continue in Years 5 and 6 until RED is fully rolled out across the school. Come and See supports children in exploring religious questions related to life, dignity, and purpose through a Catholic lens.
In our Little Saints (2-year-old provision), children are introduced to religious stories, songs, responses, and simple prayers suitable to their age and understanding. These are woven into daily routines to gently nurture spiritual awareness from an early age.
Both programmes link children’s personal experiences with broader universal themes and include exploration of other faiths. Children are encouraged to ask and reflect on big questions, helping them understand Catholic beliefs, values, and ways of life.
Structure of the ‘Come and See’ Programme
The curriculum is explored through three key stages:
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Explore – Introducing children to their own experiences and the theme being studied.
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Reveal – Uncovering the Christian understanding and tradition through scripture, teaching, and activities.
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Respond – Reflecting on learning and applying it to life.
Nine universal themes are explored throughout the year, with each term focusing on a core question that connects life’s mysteries to Christian belief.
Impact
Ongoing formative assessments and formal tasks aligned with Standard Indicators inform teaching and planning. Assessment is internally moderated and externally validated within cluster schools to ensure consistency and support improvement.
RE Handbook 2023-24
Come-and-See-RE-Scheme-outline
Pupil Views
A selection of pupils were interviewed about their views on RE.
Pupils in year 2 and 6 completed a questionnaire to gain an understanding of their views and opinions.
Parent Questionnaire
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Catholic Life
