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Religion & Worldviews is a core subject at Holy Trinity and a very special one. Religion and Worldviews is a rigorous academic subject and is very separate to Collective Worship in school. One of the most important things children learn throughout their education is how to live with and love the people around them. Learning through Religion & Worldviews helps children to understand the way that people see the world around them, as well as core beliefs that matter to many people in Halifax, as well as millions of people around the world. As a Church school, many of our units of learning are based on Christianity, as we are required to do. We also learn about other major world faiths and non-religious worldviews. |
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Our Big Questions
Each topic is based around a Big Question, which the children should be able to answer by the end of their learning:
- Sometimes these are about a specific religion or group, such as:
- “What does it mean for Muslims to follow God?”
- “Why does Easter matter to Christians?”
- Sometimes they are thematic, where different beliefs can be learned about, compared and discussed, such as:
- “What makes some places special to believers?”
- “Why do some people believe in God and some people not?”
All our units of learning come from Understanding Christianity, a resource published by the Church of England, or from our local Diocese of Leeds syllabus. Our full curriculum overview can be seen here:
Religion and Worldviews isn’t just a case of children learning facts about religions, such as the names for parts of a Church or what the five pillars of Islam are, but is about encouraging them to develop their own ideas, understand ideas of those around them, to be able to have discussions that are respectful and where people can disagree well, and for children to grow up as respectful, loving, kind members of their community with a deep respect for both Christianity and other religions, as well as non-religious worldviews.
Click here for the Church of England's Statement of Entitlement for RE.
Religion & Worldviews is a rigorous, academic subject. It comprises three main disciples:
- Theology
- Philosophy
- Social Sciences
To support the children's understanding of these three disciplines, we use a team of characters, who help the children to think about a topic through a different lens and help them to ask and consider different types of questions.
Meet Theo the Theologian
A Worldviewer who explores religious beliefs, sacred stories, and divine meaning.
Theo might ask:
- “What does this story teach about God’s nature?”
- “Why is this symbol sacred in a particular tradition?”
- “How does this act of worship reflect someone’s belief?”
He helps pupils explore belief systems on their own terms - not what people do in society or why they think the way they do, but what they believe, how they express it, and why it matters to them spiritually.
Meet Phoebe the Philosopher
A Worldviewer who explores deep questions, ethical dilemmas, and the art of reasoning.
Phoebe might ask:
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“Is it ever wrong to do the right thing?”
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“Does life have meaning, or do we give it meaning?”
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“How do you know what you know?”
Phoebe invites pupils to slow down and think hard - not just about what others believe, but about how they themselves reason, wonder, and question. She helps them build their own voice through philosophy.
Meet Sami the Social Scientist
A Worldviewer who explores how people live, celebrate, and connect in diverse communities.
Sami might ask:
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“How does a festival help people feel connected?”
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“What do people’s daily choices say about their worldview?”
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“What makes a space feel sacred to a community?”
Sami shows pupils how faith and culture are part of everyday life. Through stories, images, and case studies, he makes community, tradition, and shared meaning come alive — helping learners step into others’ shoes.
