At Higham-on-the-Hill we follow the new Leicestershire agreed syllabus and Understanding Christianity for our RE teaching and learning.

RE lessons are taught weekly and most units are covered in a half term. Some units are taught over two half terms so the children are able to revisit learning that may be new.

We want children to develop a deeper understanding of the ideas and concepts introduced in RE as well as giving children a knowledge about different faiths and belief systems. This is so that children develop a better understanding of their own faith and beliefs as well as a better understanding of the wider community.

The curriculum is organised so that in most years children learn about Christianity and usually one other major world religion. Each religion is revisited across the year groups to provide opportunities to consolidate and build on prior learning.

Children learn to respect people from all faiths and none.

Can a parent withdraw their child from RE and Collective Worship?

RE is for all pupils and every pupil is legally entitled to Religious Education as part of a ‘broad and balanced’ curriculum. Parents have the right to withdraw their children from RE on the grounds that they wish to provide their own RE. Their request should be in writing to the Headteacher of the school and should make clear to them whether it is from all the subject or just part. The school has to make it clear what the educational objectives and the content of R.E. are so parents can make an informed choice. Where a parent withdraws their child, the school has a duty to supervise them – but not to provide additional teaching or incur cost.