Religion & World Views
– Curriculum information

At Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy, we aim to provide a rich and meaningful Religious Education curriculum that enables all children to develop their understanding of Christianity and a range of other world religions and worldviews.

We want our pupils to appreciate the beliefs, values and traditions of others, while also reflecting on their own ideas, identity and place in the world. Through RE, we encourage respect, curiosity and open-mindedness, helping children to recognise diversity within our school community and beyond.

Our curriculum supports children to explore key questions about meaning, purpose and belonging, to consider how beliefs influence the way people live, and to develop tolerance, empathy and emotional awareness. By nurturing pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development, we prepare them to grow into thoughtful, responsible and respectful members of society.

Further information:

‘Pupils’ behaviour is good. They feel safe in school and say there is no bullying.’

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‘Leaders’ work to support pupils’ personal development is exemplary.’

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‘Staff promote a real love of reading. Pupils eagerly discussed their favourite authors with inspectors.’

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‘The school’s provision for personal development is extremely rich, with pupils involved in food bank collections, charity fundraising and community projects.’

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‘Pupils are extremely polite, friendly to visitors, and proud of their school.’

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‘Leaders have high expectations for pupils which are reflected in displays of their work around the school.’

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‘Governors, leaders and staff share the same vision to provide all pupils with a rich and exciting curriculum.’

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