The Statement of Entitlement
The Statement of Entitlements lays out the entitlement of all children to receive a high-quality Religious Education which supports them in all aspects of their learning.
“Religious education in a Church school should enable every child to flourish and to live life in all its fullness. (John 10:10). It will help educate for dignity and respect encouraging all to live well together.” (Statement of Entitlement)
The statement lays out the details of coverage of the RE curriculum in church schools.
At St George’s C of E School we ensure that we fully meet the requirement of the statement of entitlement.
Religious Education in Church of England Schools: Statement of Entitlement 2019
A new Statement of Entitlement for RE has been published in January 2026, which will be referred to for SIAMS inspection purposes from September 2026. Until that time, the 2019 Statement of Entitlement remains in place.
Our RE Curriculum
Our school’s Religious Education (RE) curriculum is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of both religious and non-religious worldviews, reflecting the rich diversity of society. In accordance with the new Worcestershire RE Syllabus, our curriculum adopts a Religion and Worldviews approach, which encompasses three forms of knowledge: substantive, disciplinary, and personal. This framework equips our children with the ability to engage thoughtfully with a wide range of perspectives.
Central to the syllabus is the integration of established worldviews, including Humanism, alongside major religious traditions such as Christianity, Islam, Hinduism and Judaism. This coverage enables us to provide our pupils with the knowledge necessary to thrive in a diverse society. Moreover, a multi-disciplinary teaching approach enables the children to explore units through various disciplinary lenses: theology, human social science, and philosophy. This encourages a deeper exploration of topics, fostering critical thinking and an understanding of the impact that differing worldviews have on individuals and communities. Each of the disciplinary lenses provides unique methodologies that allow for meaningful exploration and inquiry, equipping our children to engage in informed, respectful conversations about differing worldviews.
To support the children with the implementation of the multi-disciplinary lenses, we have adopted a set of characters, who will be visible throughout the learning.
To effectively implement the new syllabus, we have developed a long-term plan with support from the Diocese, and have incorporated a selection of new units to better serve our diverse school community. Our RE curriculum aims not only to uphold academic rigor but also to challenge pupils to become religiously literate individuals.
RE Agreed Syllabus 2025-2030
Religious Education (RE) has an important place in the curriculum of all schools. It provides a safe space for young people to develop their understanding of people, cultures, faiths and relationships. The new Worcester Diocese Agreed Syllabus for Religious Education 2025–2030 sets out detailed and extensive programmes that enable pupils to gain a coherent understanding of religious and non-religious worldviews, preparing them for life in twenty-first century Britain. It offers clear guidance for teachers across all key stages, taking an innovative and rigorous approach that promotes high standards of RE in our schools.