RME and RERC at Greenhills

Developing values, respect and understanding of the world

Religious and Moral Education helps children to explore their beliefs, values and sense of right and wrong. It encourages them to understand and respect the views, cultures and traditions of others.

Through this area of the curriculum, children develop:

• empathy and kindness

• an understanding of different beliefs and traditions

• the ability to think deeply and ask important questions

• respect for themselves and others
  
  

At Greenhills, this supports our inclusive ethos and helps every child feel valued and included.

🕊️ Our approach

As a non-denominational school, we deliver Religious and Moral Education for all learners. We also provide Religious Education in Roman Catholic Schools for children in our ASN base who require it.

Our approach is based on:

• inclusion and respect for all beliefs

• a focus on shared values

• opportunities for reflection and discussion

• strong links to our school ethos and positive relationships

🌍 Learning about beliefs and traditions

Children learn about:

• Christianity and its key stories and values

• other world religions

• beliefs, celebrations and traditions

• places of worship and their importance
  
  

This helps them understand the diverse world they live in.

💬 Thinking and talking about big questions

Children are encouraged to:

• ask questions about life and the world

• share their views

• listen to others with respect

• explore fairness, honesty and kindness
  
  

There is often no single “right answer” — the focus is on developing understanding and respect.

❤️ Values in action

RME and RERC are closely linked to daily life in school.

Children learn to:

• show care and compassion

• include others

• make responsible choices

• understand the difference between right and wrong
  
  

This supports our nurturing and positive school environment.

✝️ Religious Education in Roman Catholic Schools (RERC)

For children who require RERC within our ASN base, learning includes:

• key Bible stories

• the life and teachings of Jesus

• prayer and reflection

• Catholic beliefs, symbols and celebrations
  
  

This is delivered in a way that is accessible, inclusive and suited to individual communication and learning needs.

🌈 Inclusive for all

We ensure that every child can take part by using:

• stories and visual resources

• sensory and multi-sensory experiences

• symbols and objects of reference

• communication-friendly approaches
  
  

This allows all learners, including non-verbal children, to explore beliefs, values and meaning in a way that is right for them.

How parents and families can help at home

💬 Talk about values

You can:

• talk about kindness, fairness and respect

• discuss how we care for others

• share your own family beliefs and traditions

🌍 Explore different cultures and celebrations

This might include:

• reading stories from different cultures

• noticing religious buildings in your community

• talking about special celebrations and why they are important
  
  

🤝 Encourage respect and inclusion

Help your child to:

• understand that people believe different things

• show kindness to everyone

• value differences
  
  

RME and RERC help children to grow into thoughtful, respectful and caring members of society. At Greenhills, this learning is an important part of who we are as a school community.