Religious Education
Gifted and Talented students
Three-quarters of people in the world, and Britain, have a religious
belief. Religious Education seeks to promote the understanding of
beliefs and how they affect human lives and experiences.
Gifted and Talented at Key Stage 3
At Key Stage 3 students are encouraged to examine the beliefs of three of
the world’s main faiths. They develop the skills of empathy and insight.
There is a focus on the ability to understand why individuals act the way
that they do.
Students are taught in mixed ability classes, allowing all pupils to
progress at their own pace, develop their own beliefs and understand
others and express these views in class.
Gifted and Talented at Key Stage 4
The opportunity to understand the influence of beliefs on our lives and
lifestyles continues at GCSE. All students study a short course in RS, and
there is an opportunity for those expressing a deeper interest to study the
subject to a full course GCSE.
The topics studied allow students to develop a mature and in-depth
reflective skill that will be of use in all careers. An end of unit test
ensures that all students know how well they are progressing.
Other Activities you might want to do;
Watch out for some interesting programmes, or read the newspapers. You
might also like to visit places of interest or worship in the countries that
you go on holiday to.
Websites you may wish to visit
www.wjec.co.uk
Examination board
www.ifees.org.uk
Muslim environmental group
www.lifeway.com/tlw
Christian site on life
www.christian-aid.org.uk Christian charity
www.cafod.org.uk
Christian charity
www.tearfund.org.uk
Christian charity
www.islamic-relief.com
Muslim charity
www.theredcard.org
Anti-racism site