Truro Learning Academy

RE

"Differences were meant not to divide but to enrich"
JH Oldham
Religious Education (RE) has an important place in the curriculum of all schools. It provides a safe space for young people to develop their understanding of people, cultures, faiths and relationships. This agreed syllabus sets out detailed and extensive programmes that will enable pupils to gain a coherent understanding of religions and worldviews, preparing them for life in twenty-first century Britain. 
At Truro Learning Academy we follow the NATRE curriculum, which we have further developed and adapted to meet the needs of our community. This scheme aligns closely with the Cornwall Agreed Syllabus for RE - SACRE.
During their time at Truro Learning Academy, children will explore a range of world religions including: Christianity, Judasim, Islam and Hinduism. Firsst exploring the key teachings of each religion before making comparisons across religions and with their own lived experiences, these are known as Thematic units.
RE Long Term Plan
Cornwall Agreed Syllabus
Supporting Every Child in RE

Parental right of withdrawal from RE

 This was first granted in 1944 when curricular RE was called ‘Religious Instruction’ and carried with it connotations of induction into the Christian faith. RE is very different now – open, broad and exploring a range of religious and non-religious worldviews. In the UK, parents still have the right to withdraw their children from RE on the grounds that they wish to provide their own RE. This provision will be the parents’ responsibility. This right of withdrawal exists for all pupils in all types of school, including schools with and without a religious designation. Parents also have the right to withdraw their child from part of RE and can do so without giving any explanation.

Any requests to withdraw a child from RE must be put in writing to the Head of School but we do encourage you to have a conversation with us about your concerns first.