Ainthorpe Primary School RE Long Term Plan (in line with National Curriculum 2014).
Ainthorpe Primary School - National Curriculum 2014 for RE Long Term Plan. An overview of RE RE is an important curriculum subject. It is important in its own right and also makes a unique contribution to the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils and supports wider community cohesion. The Government is keen to ensure all pupils receive high-quality RE. (Religious education in English schools: Non-statutory guidance 2010) RE has an important part to play as part of a broad, balanced and coherent curriculum to which all pupils are entitled. RE subject matter gives particular opportunities to promote an ethos of respect for others, to challenge stereotypes and to build understanding of other cultures and beliefs. This contributes to promoting a positive and inclusive school ethos that champions democratic values and human rights. Teaching of RE at Ainthorpe Primary School. We follow the Humberside Agreed syllabus for RE see link below http://www.reweb.org.uk/agreed_syllabus_2011/index.html (Humberside Agreed Syllabus for RE 2011) The areas of (subject) that will be taught in each phase/year group. Autumn Spring Summer FS The EYFS sets the standard for learning, development and care for children from birth to 5 years. While the statutory requirement for RE does not extend to children under compulsory school age, it can form a valuable part of the educational experience of children in the EYFS. The principles and practice of EYFS offer good opportunities for RE. Y1 1.1 Looking at me 1.2 New beginnings 1.3 Stepping out looking at you Y2 2.1 Belonging 2.2 Believing 2.3 Living Y3 3.1 Remembering 3.2 Faith founders 3.3 Encounters Y4 4.1 Community 4.2 Saints and heroes 4.3 Our world Y5 5.1 Expressions of faith 5.2 Faith in action 5.3 Pilgrimage Y6 6.1 Living a faith 6.2 Hopes and visions 6.3 Justice and freedom
Timetable of teaching (subject). RE will be taught on a weekly basis although it may be blocked where appropriate. Coverage is more important that specific timings. Support for SEN and AGT Pupils SEN children will be supported through the provision of differentiated tasks and extra adult support where appropriate. AGT pupils will be provided with challenging opportunities to extend their learning. Additional Information.! Christmas! ideas for progression through Key Stages 1 and 2!! Year 1 Simple version of the Christmas story concentrating on the Christian belief that Jesus is the Messiah, using Storyteller Bible or similar Traditional festive celebration with symbolism - Advent service or Christingle Magi and the meaning of their gifts - gold, frankincense, myrrh Epiphany - Mary shows Jesus as a precious gift, a gift to the world Year 2 Why did God promise to send Jesus into the world? Old Testament prophecy Isaiah 7:14 that the Messiah would come as light (Handel s Messiah, Prepare Ye the Way from Godspell) Christmas story through carols and songs - importance of light Celebration including lights, readings, music and carols, time for reflection Year 3 How do Christians remember Christmas? Christmas visualisations Plan a ceremony to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas - Crib service Year 4 How do Christians describe Jesus? John 6 (bread), 8 (light), 10 (shepherd) Celebrate theme of light to mark Christmas; contrast Divali / Hannukah Express the conquest of light over darkness creatively, with music, art or drama Year 5 Jesus, Prince of Peace Isaiah 9 Variety of writings linked to peace - stories, prayers, songs, carols Christmas celebration on theme of peace - symbols, songs, dance, music, art, readings Write new carol to a familiar tune Year 6 Compare secular and religious Christmas images on cards / wrapping paper
Contrast mood of secular and religious Christmas images / icons / poems What is the context of Handel's Messiah as Isaiah s prophecy Isaiah 9:6-7? What did the writer mean? Contrast the lyrics and message of popular Christmas carols with modern secular Christmas songs Compare Christmas stories of Matthew 1:18 2:23 and Luke 2:1-40 and the background of the writers - a tax collector and a doctor Write part of the Christmas story from differing perspectives - Mary believes Jesus is the Messiah and King Herod doesn't believe it and feels threatened Debate Is Christmas only for Christians?! Easter! ideas for progression through Key Stages 1 and 2!! Year 1 Easter Story surprises, using Storyteller Bible or similar Plan a surprise for Mothering Sunday Decorate hard boiled eggs for Easter and Holi; new life as a surprise Jesus resurrection as a big surprise ; how did friends of Jesus feel when he came back to life?! Year 2 Artefacts and symbols associated with Easter Palm Sunday story as the beginning of the end of Jesus earthly life; act out Jesus entry into Jerusalem Matthew 21, Mark 11, Luke 19 Faith member talks about blessing of palm leaves, palm crosses Palm celebration including songs, story, palms and hot cross buns Contrast sadness of Good Friday with the joy of new beginnings on Easter morning Present a 'happy ending' using stories from Easter and Passover! Year 3 Significance of bread and wine in last supper Matthew 26:17-35, Mark 14:12-31 Easter visualisations Celebrate in the style of a religious festival through drama and dance, music and food; contrast food and fasting at Eid! Year 4 Betrayal, trial, death and resurrection of Jesus - link suffering with hope Psalm 22 Plan and share a celebratory Easter meal and talk about symbolism of food Why is Easter the most important festival for Christians? Year 5 Significant features of Easter celebrations for a Christian What is the symbolic meaning of an Easter festival ritual such as the washing of feet on Maundy Thursday? John 13:1-17 Compare rituals and artefacts in Spring festivals; how does Jewish festival of Pesach fit with the story of Easter - the plagues of Egypt, Passover and the journey of the Jewish people Exodus 24:8 Year 6
Hopes and fears of Jesus friends in the Easter story the last supper, the crucifixion, resurrection, the road to Emmaus? Matthew 26-28, Mark 14-16, Luke 22-24, John 18-21 Artworks depicting the story of Easter - symbolism and message Express power and hope in the Easter story in dance/drama; look towards Ascension and Pentecost