Religious Education at Thringstone
At Thringstone Primary School, we believe Religious Education helps children explore some of life's biggest questions while developing understanding, empathy and respect for others.
Our RE curriculum reflects our curriculum drivers of Culture and Communication. Children learn about different religions, beliefs and worldviews while developing the confidence to ask thoughtful questions, discuss different viewpoints and reflect on their own ideas and values.
We want every child to leave Thringstone with an appreciation of diversity and a deeper understanding of the beliefs and traditions that shape our communities and the wider world.
How We Teach RE
Our curriculum follows the Leicestershire Agreed Syllabus for Religious Education and is supported by high-quality resources from the National Association of Teachers of Religious Education (NATRE). This provides a broad, balanced and enquiry-led curriculum that encourages children to think deeply about belief, identity, belonging and meaning.
Children study Christianity alongside other major world religions, including:
- Christianity
- Islam
- Hinduism
- Judaism
- Sikhism
- Buddhism
Learning is carefully sequenced so that children revisit key concepts and deepen their understanding as they move through the school.
Developing Understanding
Throughout their time at Thringstone, children learn to:
- understand the beliefs and practices of different religions and worldviews
- recognise similarities and differences between faiths
- ask thoughtful questions and consider different perspectives
- reflect on their own beliefs, values and experiences
- develop respect, empathy and understanding for others.
Children are encouraged to discuss ideas respectfully, support their opinions with reasons and appreciate that people may hold different beliefs and values.
Learning About Faith and Community
Religious Education helps children understand the diverse society in which they live.
Through stories, artefacts, visitors and visits to places of worship, children experience how faith influences people's lives and communities. They also explore important religious festivals and traditions, helping them appreciate both the similarities and differences that exist within modern Britain and the wider world.
These first-hand experiences encourage curiosity, develop cultural understanding and help children become respectful members of an increasingly diverse society.
Parental Rights
Religious Education forms part of our broad and balanced curriculum. Parents have the right to withdraw their child from all or part of Religious Education.
If you would like to discuss this, please contact the Headteacher.