Religious Education
Religious Education (R.E.) contributes to our children’s education by provoking challenging questions about life’s meaning and purpose, issues of right and wrong and what it means to be a human.
The “big questions” we ask reflect the school’s core values of Endurance, Caring, Koinonia (Fellowship and Community), Forgiveness and Friendship. RE Curriculum Page Religious Education (R.E.) is one of the core subjects at St. Michael’s. It gives children the chance to explore big questions about life, faith and values — helping them grow as thoughtful, kind and curious individuals. A rich and balanced curriculum We follow the London Diocesan Board for Schools (LDBS) syllabus, which provides a clear and engaging framework for learning. Worship and reflection Daily collective worship is an important part of school life. While rooted in the Christian tradition, worship is welcoming and inclusive of children from all faith backgrounds and none. Pupils play an active role by writing prayers, leading assemblies and sharing their reflections. We have a close partnership with St Michael’s Church, Highgate and join the church community to celebrate key moments in the school year, including Christmas, Easter and Michaelmas. Pupil voice and community Children’s lived experience and the rich cultural capital that we enjoy shape how religion is explored in school. The children bring ideas from their lives outside the school and learn from their classmates to suggest ways to in which we can celebrate all faith and its fundamental belief in dignity, equity and mutual respect. Our vision Through high-quality Religious Education, we aim for every child to: R.E. at our school supports every child to progress and flourish from whatever starting point they have.
