At Cottesmore Academy, the children will have:

• A passion for RE and an enthusiastic engagement in learning, developing a sense of curiosity
• An excellent knowledge and understanding of belief and a range of religions, showing respect for all forms of belief and none
• The ability to think, reflect, and discuss religion, formulating and refining questions and lines of enquiry
• The ability to make connections between beliefs, reflecting on their own lives and those around us
• An understanding of the impact of religion and belief on the lives of individuals
• The opportunity to learn to disagree well and develop and express their personal positions, empathising with and respecting the positions and beliefs of others
• A basis for reflection and evaluating their thoughts and opinions
• Recognised that world faiths are diverse and dynamic entities
• Reflect the Cultural Capital of the children in school and their faiths and beliefs, allowing them to see themselves and their families importance and feel a sense of belonging

Right to withdraw from Religious Education
Parents and carers have the right to withdraw their child from all or part of Religious Education. If you would like to discuss this, please contact the Headteacher.