Religious Education
Religious Education provides young people with the opportunities to learn about, discuss, evaluate and learn from religious beliefs, practices and values. Through Religious Education young people are able to develop a positive sense of themselves and their beliefs, along with a respect for the beliefs and values of others.
Religious Education is defined by the Department of Education and the four main Christian Churches in Northern Ireland. It also has a role to play within the context of the revised curriculum through presenting young people with chances to develop their personal understanding and enhance their spiritual and ethical awareness.
RE Thematic Units
Food for Thought (Years 3 & 4)
In this thematic unit, children learn about food that is associated with religious festivals and stories. The unit is linked to the Years 3/4 ICL Let’s Celebrate.
Food for Thought Thematic Unit PDF, 2.7 MB
Food for Thought Resource Booklet PDF, 2.9 MB
St Patrick and People of Faith (Year 5)
This thematic unit is linked to the Years 4/5 ICL Journeys. In this thematic unit, children develop an awareness of the life and impact of St. Patrick, and explore religious buildings and people who have lived according to their faith.
St Patrick and People of Faith Thematic UnitPDF, 4.6 MB
St Patrick and People of Faith Resource BookletPDF, 4.1 MB
Faith and Light (Year 6 & 7)
This Thematic Unit is linked to the Years 6/7 ICL Wonderful World. In this unit, children learn about how light may be significant for people who have a faith.
Faith and Light Thematic Unit PDF, 3.5 MB
Faith and Light Resource BookletPDF, 4.9 MB
