Religious Education

Teachers: Ms. Prescott (HoD maternity leave), Mrs. Matthews (Acting HoD), Miss Graham, Mr Turner

KS3

In first year, pupils learn about the Bible; how it is split up as well as discussing topics including creationist and evolution theories and our role as keepers of the environment. How God shows his love through the life stories of Abraham and Moses and begin to talk about slavery and thus William Wilberforce and Martin Luther King.

In second year, pupils start the study of Palestine in the New Testament as well as Jesus’ life including parables and miracles and up until his death and Resurrection.

This study is continued in third year with the ascension and events of Pentecost as well as the work of the early church including Stephen, Peter and Paul. The Pupils also have an in depth study of St. Patrick and Martin Luther as well as discussing contemporary issues including poverty and Fair Trade..

 

GCSE:

In fourth and fifth year, R.E. pupils have the opportunity to build on the knowledge learnt at KS3 with further learning of the miracles and parables in the New Testament. Alongside this an in depth study of the Christian Church is completed which closes analysis of the Roman Catholic Church and the Baptist Church. This is accompanied by a trip to two of our local churches in Dungannon to enhance pupils’ learning. On top of the Christian Church and the life ministry of Jesus, pupils also have the opportunity to discuss and argue different viewpoints towards Christian morality including relevant issues such as respect for life, relationships, crime and punishment and social responsibility this is supported with a trip in fifth year to the Life Conference.

 

A-Level:

In sixth year, pupils have the chance to enhance their learning of the early church up until 325AD as well as the Acts of the Apostles, Galatians and I Corinthians