How & why do we celebrate special and sacred times

This investigation enables pupils to learn in depth from different religious and spiritual ways of life about Easter and Pesach (Passover) and/or Eid‐ul‐ Fitr. Through art, drama and music the significance of these celebrations to believers is explored focussing on story, symbol and particular celebrations.

How should we care for others and the world, and why does it matter?

This investigation enables pupils to learn in depth from different religious and spiritual ways of life about caring for other people and for the world. Through studying bible stories, the lives of believers such as Dr Barnado, Mother Teresa or a local believer, the Jewish practice of Tzedekah and Sukkot celebrations pupils learn about how beliefs turn into actions for many religious and non-religious people.

What does it mean to belong to a faith community?

This investigation enables pupils to think about belonging. They will learn about how religious people show they belong to their faith community. They will learn about ways babies are welcomed in religions and the promises made at weddings. They will think about their own network of belonging and how we all belong to someone.

What makes some places sacred?

This investigation enables pupils to learn in depth from different religious and spiritual ways of life about places of worship for Christians and either Jewish people or Muslims. Pupils will have the opportunity to act as detectives answering their own questions about places of worship, what they are used for and their significance in the local community.

Who is a Christian and what do they believe?

This unit enables pupils to begin to understand what Christians believe about God and about Jesus as the Son of God. This unit looks at stories about Jesus and stories that Jesus told.