The Agreed Syllabus we follow was produced in Lincolnshire following the publication of the Non-Statutory Framework for Religious Education. Through the teaching of RE, we enable and encourage pupils to:

• Develop a knowledge and understanding of Christianity: learn about and learn from Christian faith and life
• Develop a knowledge and understanding of the other principal religions found in the United Kingdom and their associated ways of living
• Have respect for all people and their right to hold, or not to hold, religious beliefs
• Appreciate the way in which religious beliefs shape life and how these beliefs contribute to personal morality and social responsibility
• Appreciate the distinctive nature of religion within human experience and develop a personal sense of meaning in life

The teaching of Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural principles, as well as British Values is enhanced through assemblies as well as through daily lessons. Seasonal events such as Easter, Harvest and Christmas, as well as multi-cultural festivals are celebrated.

Withdrawal from RE lessons

Parents/carers have the right to withdraw their children from all or part of the Religious Education. Those parents/carers wishing to exercise this right are invited in to see the Headteacher who will explore any concerns and discuss any impact that withdrawal may have on the child. The school will ensure that parents who want to withdraw their children from RE are aware of the RE syllabus and that it is relevant to all pupils, and respects their own personal beliefs. Parents will be made aware of the learning objectives and what is covered in the RE curriculum and should be given the opportunity to discuss this, if they wish. The school may also wish to review such a request each year, in discussion with parents.