Our Religion and Worldviews Lead is Miss Watson.

At Richard Taylor, we strive to help all of our children develop their own worldview whilst respecting their own religion and others. That the delivery of our Religion and Worldviews (R&W) curriculum enables every child to live out our school vision and flourish as children of God by making sense of beliefs, making connections and understanding the impact of beliefs and the way in which humans put their beliefs into action. Religion and Worldviews is given the profile of a core subject within our curriculum.

RW at RTS

To ensure coverage, we have created a one-year rolling curriculum framework which allows coverage whilst enabling children to deepen their understanding as they journey through school following different class pathways.

At the end of their time at RTS our children will be able to show a respectful attitude to religious and non-religious world views and reflect responsibly on how their own spiritual, philosophical and ethical convictions will enable them to be active citizens ready for the next stage of their educational journey.

We deliver an RE curriculum, rich in experiences, which stimulates and challenges learners to make sense of beliefs, make connections and understand the impact of beliefs of the lives of believers. In doing so we grow confident, resilient, caring, and successful learners prepared for KS3 learning.

Inclusion and ambition for all

R&W is taught to all children, and we make sure every child can access and benefit from the learning. We have high expectations for every pupil and support them to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to stay safe, healthy and flourishing individuals.

Our teachers adapt lessons to suit each child’s individual needs. When planning, we consider any targets in a child’s Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) or in their support or behaviour plans. We also work closely with parents and carers to understand each child’s needs so that home and school can work together consistently. We carefully adapt our teaching, pace, language and resources so that all children can participate fully and feel included.

Lessons are delivered in a way that supports children’s development of their own worldviews and respecting of others. We prioritise creating a safe, respectful environment where pupils feel able to ask questions, share their views, reflect and build confidence in expressing themselves in an age‑appropriate and sensitive way.

Our approach to R&W reflects our school values and our commitment to inclusion, respect and ambition for every learner.