Religious Education

Watch Mrs Bair explaining the GCSE RE

Religious Education involves studying two of the main world religions; Christianity and Sikhism.  We look at their beliefs, teachings and practices.  We also look at four themes and study these in depth, looking at them from the religious points of view and forming our own opinions around these.  

The study of religions (50% of GCSE)

Christianity

Sikhism

Thematic studies (50% of GCSE)

For the specification in full, please see below:

AQA GCSE Religious Studies A specification.PDF

How will I be Assessed?

You will be assessed through examination in Summer 2027, but don't worry about this as you have already practised GCSE style questions through in your RE lessons in Years 7 - 9. 

Take a look at the sample papers below: 

Christianity Sample Set 1

Christianity exam paper Sample Set 1.PDF

Sikhism Sample Set 1 

Sikhism exam paper Sample Set 1.PDF

Thematic Studies Sample Set 1

Thematic Studies exam paper Sample Set 1.PDF

Why Religious Education?

Where will Religious Education take me?

Religious Education is a good qualification if you are considering a career that involves working with people, and it also demonstrates your ability to think through some difficult topics for themselves.

Why study Religious Education?

TRips/Visits

Our GCSE students were able to visit Coventry Cathedral and explore the Christian place of worship and its focus on peace and reconciliation.  Take a look at the photos below:

What if I want More information?

Email the Head of RE: 

or your RE teacher: