At Lakes we follow the locally agreed syllabus for Redcar and Cleveland produced by SACRE (Standing Advisory Council for Religious Education). In line with the 1996 Education Act the syllabus reflects the fact that religious traditions are in the main Christian. The syllabus also takes account of the teachings and practices of the other main religions and worldviews represented in our nation, including Judaism, Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam and Humanism.
Through RE we hope that our pupils will develop respectful and sensitive attitudes towards others whether they hold similar or different religious beliefs to themselves. We also seek to give children a rich variety of experiences through which they can develop the necessary attitudes and knowledge to formulate their own beliefs and social values. These include visits to places of worship and visits from members of local faith communities, the use of artefacts, drama, dance, music and art. The development of self-awareness, moral values and positive relationships with others are elements of our work with your child. This also forms part of the Personal, Social and Emotional aspect of the Curriculum within the Nursery and Reception.
RE intent implementation impact
New Agreed Syllabus for RE 2025
Collective Acts of Worship
We provide acts of worship as specified by the Education Reform Act 1988. Regular whole school assemblies, help to promote key themes of trust, faithfulness, responsibility and respect taking into account the age and needs of the children. Celebration assemblies are held weekly.
We also visit our local church of St.Hilda’s and places of worship as part of the curriculum and to celebrate events such as Christmas or Easter.