Visit from the local vicar
Religious Education
We believe that all children, from any faith or culture, should feel welcomed into our school community. RE at Handcross Primary School teaches children about tolerance, respect and diversity through learning about a variety of religions and worldviews.
RE lessons are carefully planned in accordance with the WSCC Agreed Syllabus.
In KS1, we primarily focus on Christianity, Islam and Judaism in RE lessons. Within the topics explored, children have opportunities to learn about how people of faith put their beliefs into practice individually, as communities and organisations and how these link with cultural heritage and British Values (Social Action – putting beliefs into action).
In KS2, we build upon prior knowledge of Christianity, Islam and Judaism, while making links to other religions (such as Hinduism) and world views (including Humanism). In both key stages, we aim to enrich the curriculum with visits to local places of worship and exploring religious artefacts.
We also work with the local parish and the vicar, who visits the school for key events in the Christian religious calendar.
During the run-up to Christmas, we organised a Christmas Carol Concert at St Mary’s Church, Slaugham, for children and families to attend. The school choir and other Junior children performed songs, readings and poems.
Children at Handcross have the opportunity to visit places of worship which enrich their learning in RE. We have links to local Mosques, Churches and Hindu Temples.
Mosque Visit
Easter Egg Hunt
Easter Assembly
Across the school, religions and cultures within our community are celebrated through choral retells, assemblies, stories, Diversity Week and parent visits.
