Intent
At Hanwell Fields, we believe it is vital for all our pupils to learn from and about religion, so that they understand the world they live in. The purpose of Religious Education in our school is to help children gain and enhance knowledge and understanding of Christianity and other key religions in Great Britain. We want children to appreciate the way that religious beliefs shape sense of identity, way of life and behaviour, as well as develop the ability to make informed and rational judgements about religious and moral issues. Thus, Religious Education is taught throughout the school in a way to reflect the overall aims, values, and philosophy of the school through exploring important key questions. Religious Education plays an important role, along with all other curriculum areas, particularly PSHE, in promoting social awareness and understanding of others in our children. Rather than take anything on face value, we encourage our pupils to actively ask questions about the world and reflect on their own beliefs, values and experiences. We include and promote British values, ensuring that children are aware of their rights and responsibilities as UK citizens. All religions and their communities are treated with respect and we seek to make links, between home, school and all faith communities. Our curriculum is designed to encourage creativity, imagination, enquiry, debate, discussion and independence in an ever changing and diverse world.