Religion & Philosophy — Year 7

 

Religion & Philosophy Overview

Term 4: What role does Eastern religion play in society, locally, nationally and globally?

In this unit we build on students' understanding of Hinduism, Buddhism and Sikhism by taking a look at the role in which these religions play in our local, national and global communities. We look at different Eastern religious charities and practices, and evaluate the extent to which they make a positive impact on society.

Key concepts knowledge test

  • Spiritual
  • Moral
  • Social
  • Cultural
Develop the individual:

Create a supportive community:

Term 6: Revision, end of year exam, Spirited Arts competition

During this term we will revise key content from the year and sit an end of year examination where detailed feedback will be given.

We then intend to take part in NATRE's annual Spirited Arts competition.

Key concepts test and evaluation question.

  • Spiritual
  • Moral
  • Social
  • Cultural
Develop the individual:

Create a supportive community:

Term 1: Hinduism

In this unit students are introduced to the first of the largest Indian religious traditions, Hinduism, which then forms the basis of understanding for the following two units of Buddhism and Sikhism. Year 7 is focussed around the largest Eastern religious traditions.

Key concepts test and evaluation question.

  • Spiritual
  • Moral
  • Social
  • Cultural
Develop the individual:

Create a supportive community:

Term 2: Buddhism

This unit builds on students' knowledge of Hinduism from last term and develops their understanding of Indian religious traditions by introducing students to the key beliefs of Buddhism.

Key concepts test and evaluation question.

  • Spiritual
  • Moral
  • Social
  • Cultural
Develop the individual:

Create a supportive community:

Term 3: Sikhism

Here we will study the final of the three largest religious traditions of India building on prior knowledge of Hindu and Buddhist thought by introducing students to the key religious beliefs and practices of Sikhism.

Key concepts test

  • Spiritual
  • Moral
  • Social
  • Cultural
Develop the individual:

Create a supportive community:

Term 5: What does it mean to be human, and Humanism

Students will be introduced to the non-religious worldview of Humanism in this unit which will give them a valuable insight into alternative views and outlooks.

Key concepts test and evaluation question.

  • Spiritual
  • Moral
  • Social
  • Cultural
Develop the individual:

Create a supportive community: