CopthornePrimary School Telephone: (01274) 501460 - Email: office@copthorneacademy.co.uk
Headteacher: Miss Stephanie Ngenda
Copthorne Primary School
All Saints Road
Bradford
BD7 3AY

RE

In RE the children learn about 6 major religions: Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism and Sikhism, following the agreed Bradford syllabus. 

Our curriculum aims to promote understanding, respect, and appreciation for the diverse religious and non-religious beliefs, values, and practices that shape individuals, communities, and societies locally, nationally, and globally. We believe that RE plays a vital role in fostering mutual respect, community cohesion, and personal development by encouraging pupils to explore, question, and reflect on their own beliefs, experiences, and identities, as well as those of others, within the context of a multicultural society.

Our curriculum is designed to develop learners who have:

  • a strong level of religious understanding and knowledge
  • a thorough engagement with a range of big questions about the meaning and significance of existence
  • the ability to ask significant and reflective questions about religion and demonstrate an excellent understanding of issues related to the nature, truth and value of religion
  • a strong understanding of how the beliefs, values, practices and ways of life within any religion cohere together
  • the ability to think for themselves and take the initiative in, for example, asking questions, evaluating ideas and working constructively with others
  • significant levels of originality, imagination or creativity, which are shown in their responses to their learning in RE
  • the ability to link the study of religion and belief to personal reflections on meaning and purpose
  • a wide knowledge and deep understanding across a wide range of religions and beliefs

Statement Regarding the Right to Withdraw from Religious Education (RE)

At Copthorne Primary School, we are committed to providing a broad and balanced curriculum, which includes Religious Education (RE) as a key component. RE offers pupils the opportunity to explore a range of beliefs, religions, and world views, encouraging respect, understanding, and tolerance for different perspectives.

We recognise that parents and carers have the legal right to withdraw their child from all or part of Religious Education, in accordance with the Education Act 1996 and the School Standards and Framework Act 1998. This right allows parents to opt out if they feel that the content covered does not align with their personal beliefs or wishes for their child’s education.

If you wish to withdraw your child from all or part of RE, we kindly request that you inform the school in writing. We will then arrange a discussion to understand your concerns and explore potential alternative arrangements for your child during RE lessons.

While we respect every family’s beliefs and decisions, we encourage parents and carers to consider the value of RE in promoting inclusivity, tolerance, and cultural awareness.

For further information or to discuss the process, please contact the school office.

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