Welcome
Welcome to the St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy Religious Studies website. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the Head of Dept. DSheehan@stbedesscunthorpe.org.uk
Curriculum Intent
The department as with the whole school aim to develop the whole child through outstanding teaching and learning practice within the love of God, following in the footsteps of Jesus Christ, the greatest teacher of them all. The Psalmists write, ‘I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you’ (Psalm 32:8). With Christ at the centre we create a learning environment founded upon Gospel Values with the intention of allowing students to reach their full potential in the same way St Bede encouraged us to honour our God-given talents. At St Bede’s we both reflect on the past and look to the future in terms of our teaching practice which is wholly student-centred to give our students the best possible learning opportunity and experience.
Curriculum Road Map.pdfAt St Bede’s the intention of the curriculum is to:
Ensure that all students, in all subjects encounter a knowledge rich curriculum that reflects the person of Christ and is aligned with the teachings and mission of the Church.
Provide students with the knowledge, skills and opportunities required to leave The Academy with a broad range of quality qualifications which, the majority, should include the EBacc and to be able to effectively access both local and national jobs market.
Provide all students a knowledge rich curriculum through Key Stage 3, so that even if they do not continue studying the subject in Key Stage 4, they have secured knowledge and skills that prepares them to access future learning.
Provide opportunities both in and out of school to develop the whole child so that they can fully participate in enrichment activities, feel safe and are able to contribute positively to society and their future careers.
Provide challenge and support for vulnerable students who should access the full curriculum.