RS

Intent Statement

At Orange Tree, we provide a wide and varied Religious Studies curriculum across all key stages. It is our intent for the Religious Education element of our school curriculum to engage, inspire, challenge and motivate pupils, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to answer challenging questions, explore different religious beliefs, values and traditions and develop an understanding of the numerous religious traditions, beliefs and practices that are followed in our multi-cultural society.  

The main objective of the department is to provide varied and enriching lessons that effectively prepare our pupils for life in a culturally diverse modern world. Our department aims to promote an awareness of the usefulness of RS to everyday living, to encourage enthusiasm for interest in the study of other people’s beliefs and to promote mutual respect, tolerance and understanding across different cultures and communities. 

Britain is a diverse society; finding out about the beliefs and lifestyles of all people makes us think about what we believe and reflect on our own choices. We believe in celebrating the diversity of British society. This helps us to develop our own ideas and opinions, and ultimately shapes who we are. Learning to express our own beliefs and to listen to the views of others is an important life skill and this is something we value at Orange Tree School.