RE
At St Luke’s Catholic Primary School, the children’s religious education is at the centre of their learning journey. Their learning is based upon Catholic teaching and gospel values.
A caring, respectful atmosphere is promoted in the school where the children’s knowledge and love of God and their neighbours can grow and flourish. The Catholic RE Programme – ‘The Vine and The Branches’ is used in all classes. The scheme fulfils the requirements of the Religious Education Curriculum Directory as published by the Bishops of England and Wales.
Lessons give all children the opportunity to develop a deep understanding and knowledge of the teachings of the church. Regular opportunities for spiritual reflection allow the children to identify how they use gospel values within their own lives and how this impacts positively on others around them.
A rolling two-year programme means that all children within our mixed age classes are able to develop a broad and deep understanding of the Catholic faith. Whilst the school teaches to the Catholic way of life, children are prepared for modern Britain. Respect for other faiths and cultures is an important part of our programme. Pupils are taught about the beliefs, expression and celebration of the principle religions in Great Britain.
Collective Worship
Collective worship is used throughout the week as a time for prayer and reflection. A weekly gospel assembly links to the liturgy from the Sunday Mass and allows the children to further develop their knowledge and understanding of the teachings of the Bible.
The children of St Luke’s prepare and deliver their own collective worships within the classroom. They create thoughtful class gatherings where they are able to consider how they use the teachings of the Bible within their daily life. These times are calm and thoughtful and the children enjoy being involved with this celebration of their faith.
St Luke’s and The Church
St Luke’s Catholic Primary School frequently attends Mass at Our Lady Of The Rosary and St Luke’s Church. Mass is led by the Parish Priest and the children take an active part in the service through readings and the offertory. All families are encouraged to attend and participate alongside their children.
The church welcomes all families to its Sunday Mass each week. As part of the weekly Mass the children are able to attend children’s liturgy with members of the parish.
Long term curriculum overview
Classes 1 and 2 Curriculum Cycle A
Classes 3 and 4 Curriculum Cycle A
