At Saint Ambrose, Religious Education is regarded as a core subject, integral to the ethos and daily life of our school community. It is not merely a subject but a way of life, where living and learning through Faith is paramount.
We implement the “Learning and Growing as the People of God” Strategy, the designated curriculum framework for Religious Education in Catholic Primary Schools within the Archdiocese of Birmingham. This comprehensive strategy equips our educators with a variety of cross-curricular activities, which can be tailored to meet the diverse learning needs of our pupils. Through this approach, students are encouraged to explore the Catholic faith deeply and achieve meaningful learning outcomes. A significant focus is placed on engaging with profound questions of life, guided by religious teachings.
The Strategy comprises twelve units per year group, encompassing four key areas of study:
The Liturgical Seasons of the Church’s Year: Pupils learn about the significance of each liturgical season, including its unique signs, symbols, and the various liturgies celebrated throughout the year.
Scripture: Students delve into both the Old and New Testament, fostering familiarity with Scripture and understanding how Catholic beliefs are deeply rooted in its teachings.
The Sacraments: Each year group maintains a strong sacramental emphasis, with Year 3 specifically preparing students for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist, and Year 6 for Confirmation.
Living as Christians, including Prayer: Pupils explore what it means to live as Christians today, learning about the Church’s structure from global to parish levels, and discovering opportunities for active participation in Church life.
Each unit includes dedicated time for prayer and reflection, encouraging pupils to engage with and contemplate the mysteries of God.
At Saint Ambrose, we believe that every individual is a unique creation, made in the image and likeness of God, endowed with special gifts to serve others. Our Catholic Religious Education curriculum is designed to foster respect and understanding of diverse faiths and religions.
Each year group engages with a different religion, enhancing their learning through multicultural and multi-faith celebration weeks, individual lessons on significant feast days, and focused mini-topic weeks determined by the teaching staff. Our pupils have the opportunity to visit various places of worship and welcome guest speakers from different faith backgrounds. These experiences encourage our students to reflect on the common values that unite us as people of faith, promoting a spirit of inclusivity and mutual respect within our school community.
| Reception | Year One | Year Two | Year Three | Year Four | Year Five | Year Six |
| Roman Catholic, Diwali & Chinese New Year | Church of England | Buddhism | Hinduism | Judaism | Sikhism | Islam |
Go and make disciples of all nations . . . teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you
Matthew 28: 19-20
What our children say about Religious Education
“I know God loves me.”
“Jesus is my friend.”
“We talk to God when we pray.”
“God made the world and everyone in it.”
“We say sorry when we do something wrong.”
“I like singing songs about Jesus.”
“We help each other because that’s what Jesus did.”
“I know that God made me and loves me.”
“I can tell stories about Jesus and what He did.”
“We pray to thank God for our family and friends.”
“In RE, I learn how to be kind like Jesus.”
“I like learning about the Church and God’s family.”
“When we pray together, it makes me feel happy inside.”
“I know that Jesus teaches us to love one another.”
“We learn Bible stories that help us make good choices.”
“I can talk about how we belong to God’s family.”
“I like RE because we learn how to care for others.”
“I can say prayers to ask God for help.”
“Learning about Jesus helps me to be a better person.”
“I understand that the Church helps us to grow as God’s family.”
“I enjoy learning about Jesus’ life and the things He taught.”
“I can explain what some Bible stories mean.”
“Prayer helps me to feel calm and close to God.”
“I know how to show love and forgiveness like Jesus.”
“RE helps me think about what’s right and wrong.”
“I like RE because I can ask big questions about God and life.”
“The stories in the Bible help me understand how God wants us to live.”
“I know that Jesus gave us the Holy Spirit to guide us.”
“We learn about how the Church celebrates and shares God’s love.”
“I can see how my actions show my faith in God.”
“RE helps me to understand other people’s beliefs and respect them.”
“I can explain how the Holy Spirit helps us to live like Jesus.”
“RE helps me think deeply about how faith can change the world.”
“I understand that my faith should show in my words and actions.”
“We learn about the Sacraments and how they bring us closer to God.”
“I enjoy discussing my ideas and hearing what others think.”
“Learning about other faiths helps me respect and understand everyone.”
“I can reflect on how my faith shapes who I am and how I live.”
“RE helps me to prepare for moving on and keeping my faith strong.”
“I understand how Jesus’ message still matters today.”
“We learn how to live out our mission to serve others.”
“I can talk about what it means to be part of the Catholic Church.”
“I enjoy thinking about the big questions of life and faith.”
“RE helps me to grow spiritually and care about the world.”
Our Catholic Mission
'We do our best by following Jesus’
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| Leswell Street Kidderminster DY10 1RP |
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| Tel: 01562 823568 Email: enquiry_amb@emmausmac.com |
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Mrs E Brocklesby - Executive Principal & Designated Safeguarding Lead For enquiries or to request paper copies of information from this website please contact the school office – Mrs Fish or Miss Downs. David Pitt - SENCo David Gillett - Chair of Governing Body |
