Our Vision
By exploring other religions and beliefs in the world, students develop a wider knowledge and respect of their own and others’ beliefs
In order to reflect the different worldviews that our students have, and those which we teach them about, we have renamed Religious Studies at Hayesfield to Philosophy and Beliefs. This is an inclusive title which reflects that whilst we teach the main world religions, we also include other worldviews such as Humanism. The Philosophy and Beliefs curriculum affords students the opportunity to explore their own beliefs and the beliefs of people around them. We examine the importance of living in a multi-faith society and provide students with the information and experience to be aware of the wider multi-cultural society in which we live.
Please Click Here to View the KS3 Curriculum Intent and Implementation Statements
Please Click Here to View the KS4 Curriculum Intent and Implementation Statements
Please Click Here to View the Curriculum Booklet for Philosophy and Beliefs
The Learning Journey
Please Click Here to Download the Learning Journey PDF
Key Stage 3 Curriculum Resources
Please click on the links below to find resources that will help your daughter to achieve her personal best:
| Year 7 | Year 8 | Year 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Who Am I Overview and PLC [PDF] Our World Overview and PLC [PDF] Sikhi Overview and PLC [PDF] | Religion in our Community Overview and PLC [PDF] Making Moral Decisions Overview and PLC [PDF] Human Rights Overview and PLC [PDF] | Buddhism Overview and PLC [PDF] Islam Overview and PLC [PDF] Religion & Media Overview and PLC [PDF] |
| Resources Relevant to the Key Stage: https://www.truetube.co.uk A great website with lots of different videos about different religious and ethical issues https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/zh3rkqt A wonderful site made for KS3 students. It contains information on all 6 of the main world religions as well as information on different ethical issues https://humanists.uk/ Information about humanism including videos and podcasts https://request.org.uk/ Videos and fact pages about Christianity from the point of view of many denominations. http://re-definitions.org.uk/ A website where anyone can type in a religious word they are unsure of and it provides a definition |
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Key Stage 4 Curriculum Resources
Please click on the links below to find resources that will help your daughter to achieve her personal best:
| Course | Resources | Exam Board (Code) |
|---|---|---|
| GCSE Religious Studies | GCSE Religious Studies Revision Help Sheet [PDF] How to Revise RS [PDF] RS GCSE PLC P1 - Christianity [PDF] RS GCSE PLC P2 - Buddhism [PDF] RS GCSE PLC P3 - Philosophy and Ethics [PDF] RS Short Course PLC1 - Christianity [PDF] RS Short Course PLC2 - Islam [PDF] RS Short Course PLC3 - Themes [PDF] | Edexcel |
Resources Relevant to the Key Stage:
Helpful information on the different GCSE topics
http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/zb48q6f – Provides
Videos and fact pages about Christianity from the point of view of many denominations
https://request.org.uk/
Easy to access summary articles on Buddhism – perfect for those doing Full Course GCSE
https://tricycle.org/beginners/
A free website with lots of different videos about different RS issues
https://www.truetube.co.uk/list?content%20types=films&search=religion&page=1&
Provides revision materials for the different GCSE topics, also provides study tips and links to past exam papers
https://revisionworld.com/gcse-revision/rs-religious-studies
Links to revision materials and fun revision games
http://www.rsrevision.com/contents/index.htm
Key Stage 4 Final Exam Resources
Please click on the links below to find resources that will help your daughter to achieve her personal best by preparing thoroughly for her final examinations:
Edexcel Religious Studies A
Edexcel Full Course
Edexcel Short Course
BBC Bitesize Revision for RS
Revision world for RS
RS Revision
Enriching Learning
Activities that we provide to support your daughter’s progress in Philosophy and Beliefs include:
Key Stage 3:
- A visit to a place of worship in Year 8 during an Ignite Day
- Enrichment Week activity of India Day
- Philosothon – students from all Year Groups invited to take part
- Happiness Club – links to Mindfulness
- Philosophy Club
- Spirited Arts Competition
Key Stage 4:
- Philosothon – students from all year groups invited to take part
- Spirited Arts competition
You can support your daughter’s progress in Philosophy and Beliefs by encouraging her to:
Key Stage 3:
- Watch the news and read newspapers to have an awareness of social, moral and ethical issues that are happening in the world
- Have discussions with you about religious/ethical/moral issues you are aware
- Watch documentaries about religions and share information gathered in class
- Visit religious buildings together or take part in local religious festivals
Key Stage 4:
- Watch the news and read newspapers to have an awareness of social, moral and ethical issues that are happening in the world
- Have discussions with you about religious/ethical/moral issues you are aware
- Watch documentaries about religions and share information gathered in class
Recommended Reading List
Here is a list of books that will engage, excite and/or provide invaluable contextual information that will support your daughter’s learning:
Keystage 3
(Year 7, 8 and 9):
- I am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education And Was Shot by the Taliban: Malala Yousafzai
- Does My Head Look Big in This?: Randa Abdel-Fattah
- A Time to Dance: Padma Venkatraman
- The Life of Pi: Yann Martel
- Sophie’s World: Jostein Gaarder
Key Stage 4:
Year 10
- Buddhism- A Very Short Introduction: Damien Keown
- Christianity: A Very Short Introduction: Linda Woodhead
