At Bridge Street School, History, Geography and Religious Education (RE) are combined to form ‘Themed Curriculum’ for Years 7, 8 and 9. Themed Curriculum is a planned, developmental programme of learning which is in line with National Curriculum guidelines for the Humanities at Key Stage 3. Our intention is to provide a high-quality education which ignites in our students a curiosity and fascination about the world and its people. Themed Curriculum is an essential part of the broad and balanced curriculum offer, providing a wealth of opportunity to develop a wide range of skills that will prepare our students for life-long learning. Whilst gaining a depth of knowledge, students will develop academic skills such as critical thinking, analysing information, evaluating evidence from a variety of sources and writing balanced arguments. Themed Curriculum complements many other subjects, meaning transferable skills are strengthened and gained. The subject is not taught in isolation and the intention is for many cross-curricular links to be made.
In terms of Religious Education, the National Curriculum states that each school must offer a curriculum which is balanced and broadly based, which promotes the spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical development of students and of society and which prepares them for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of later life. RE explores big questions about life, in order to find out what people believe and what difference this makes to how they live, so that pupils can make sense of religion and worldviews, reflecting on their own ideas and ways of living.
We follow the Derby City Council agreed syllabus for Religious Education where practicable and adapt our approach to suit the needs of our students, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for all learners.
