Primary RE Syllabus
Although each RE syllabus is drawn up and agreed locally, there is considerable agreement between them. Much of this agreement is based on the QCA Model Syllabuses.
This section gives an integrated list of the areas in the two Model Syllabuses where Religion and the Environment are relevant. It is not definitive but it does reflect the emphases made by the syllabuses for study at each key stage.
We welcome your insights. If you'd like to share examples of your own teachings, or make any comments, please do contact us.
Skip to the RE Syllabus for Key Stage 2
KEY STAGE 1: a) Key Teachings and Focus
BUDDHISM
- Buddhist Teaching - Values; no living thing must be hurt
- The Buddhist - Following the example of Buddha. Mutual support
HINDU DHARMA
- Concepts, Truths & Values - Respect for all living things
- Family, Community & Traditions - Contact with the Indian community, in India
ISLAM
- TAWHID (Oneness of Allah) - Allah the Creator
- AKHLAQ (Character and Moral conduct) - Respect and responsibility
JUDAISM
- GOD - The creator, caring for all things. The inter-relatedness of the world
- TORAH - Guidance and stories, e.g. The 10 commandments, stories from Tenakh
SIKH DHARAM
- BELIEFS & VALUES - God is the Creator and all people are equal
- COMMUNITY - Sharing
CHRISTIANITY
- GOD - Why God is described as father and creator. Creation & other stories
- WORSHIP - Symbol of unity
- CHRISTIAN WAYS OF LIFE - Human condition: the work of people - equal value.
KEY STAGE 1: b) Learning Experiences - All Faiths - Suggested Activities
People
- Talk to representatives of faith communities about what they believe is right/wrong
Wider World
- Experience the natural world
Stories
- About faith leaders
KEY STAGE 2 (7-11 years old): a) Key Teachings and Focus
BUDDHISM
- Buddhist Teaching - Five moral precepts (not harming life, right use of speech and sense, not taking what is not given)
- The Buddhist Community - Symbols. Buddhists around the world
HINDU DHARMA
- Concepts, Truths & Values - Concepts of God, non-violence, respect
- Worship - Pilgrimage
ISLAM
- TAWHID (Oneness of Allah) - One true God and provider; Humans as God's best creation
JUDAISM
- GOD - Responding to God: responsibility: laws, judgement and forgiveness; stories and psalms
- TORAH - Values for living: Torah as true source of Jewish value
SIKH DHARAM
- BELIEFS & VALUES - God the Supreme being: One, Creator and Sustainer; equality reflected in belief and practices
CHRISTIANITY
- GOD - Nature and activity of God
- JESUS - Salvation: as a new beginning; Easter and the death of Jesus; starting again: parables and stories from the Bible
- CHURCH - Variety of prayers and meanings, purpose of worship/celebration
- CHRISTIAN WAYS OF LIFE - Humans made in the image of God: sinful but redeemed; commitment shown in relationships/social activity/values.
KEY STAGE 2: b) Learning Experiences - All Faiths - Suggested Activities
Festivals
- Read/talk about events in religious life
Sacred Texts
- Study passages from sacred texts
People
- Listen to people talking about beliefs/values. Talk to representatives of faith communities about their belief in God.