In the Classroom

Religious Education

Welcome to the Religious Education Department

Religious Education in a Catholic school has a double function.. It is part of the teaching body of the Church under the supervision of the local Ordinary, the Trustees, Governors and Head Teacher of the school. It is also part of the basic curriculum laid down by laws of the land.

At Archbishop Beck Catholic College, the curriculum followed (September 2006) is based on ICONS in years 7 & 8. In year 9, ICONS, is taught in conjunction with GCSE Religious Studies. In years 10 & 11 pupils follow EDEXCEL GCSE syllabus A, units C and J. Some pupils in year 10 & 11 follow the same course and follow an entry level syllabus, resulting in an internal Religious Education Certificate.Year 12 & 13 follow an Archdiocesan agreed syllabus entitled "Moving On."

Years 7-9 are taught two 50 minute lessons per week in a 30 period week.
Year 10W band are taught three 50 minute lessons per week in a 30 period week.
Year 10S/N bands are taught two 50 minute lessons per week in a 30 period week.
Year 11W band are taught three 50 minute lessons per week in a 30 period week.
Year 11S/N band are taught two 50 minute lessons per week in a 30 period week.
Year 12 & 13 are taught one 50 minute lesson per week in a 30 period week.
Four RE/RS rooms are on the Theology corridor - T1M, T11, T13, T15.

The Aims of Religious Education

To ensure that all pupils:

Are led to a value of their own worth and giftedness
In recognising their own worth, can respect others with differing cultures, religions and backgrounds
Study the Catholic Church Church's response to life and teachings of Jesus
Study the sacramental life of the Church and the liturgical calendar
Come to some understanding of the Body of Christ, meaning the Church Community in everyday life and relationships with people
Consider other major religions to note similarities and differences in people's approaches to God and their own spirituality