At Marsden Junior School we are curious about the world around us. We have an interest in learning about and celebrating different religions and cultures from our community, throughout Britain and the wider world. We aim to create learners who are equipped for life with the key skills that are represented through our MARVEL values.
MARVEL values at Marsden Junior School | |||||
M | A | R | V | E | L |
Motivated We strive to do our best to gain knowledge and understanding for a range of different religions. | Articulate We talk confidently about our RE learning. | Respectful We respect other’s beliefs and enjoy learning about the aspects of our beliefs that make us different. | Vibrant We learn about different faiths using drama, freeze frames, art, story telling, artefacts and photographs.
| Empathetic We care about other people and show interest in making comparisons. | Love of Learning We are curious, motivated and interested in a range of different religions. |
Our R.E. curriculum is delivered through the locally agreed Kirklees syllabus. This syllabus, entitled ‘Believing and Belonging’, has been carefully designed to ensure that every year group builds on their prior learning, develops greater knowledge and cultivates a depth of understanding for a wide range of faiths. The faiths covered at Marsden Junior School include:
Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Sikhism, along with philosophical stances such as Atheism and Humanism.
R.E. at Marsden Junior School focuses on the nature of religion, expressing beliefs, living a good life, personal journeys and the influence of religion. It celebrates stories, festivals and beliefs from these religions and promotes a positive and inclusive school ethos that champions democratic values and human rights. Children are encouraged to explore their own beliefs, build a sense of identity and belonging, develop respect for others and consider their responsibilities in the wider community.
