Religious Education, (R.E.), asks challenging questions about the meaning and purpose of life, beliefs in God, about right and wrong and what it means to be human.

Following on from work in the primary schools RE, taught at Sawtry Community College by Dr David Over, develops students’ knowledge and understanding of Christianity, the other main world religions, religious traditions and other world views which seek to answer these questions. It offers time for thought and discussion.

 

 

R.E. encourages students to learn from different religions, beliefs, values and traditions while exploring their own beliefs. It challenges students to consider, analyse, interpret and evaluate issues of truth, belief, value, faith and ethics.

R.E. also encourages students to develop their sense of who they are and belonging. Students will look at modern day issues and concerns which allows them to develop their own views. It helps them to grow as individuals, part of their family and as members within their villages and communities. R.E. has an important role in preparing students for adult life. It enables them to develop respect for and sensitivity towards other people, in particular those whose faiths and cultures are different from their own.