Welcome to the Religious Studies Department.
Philosophy
Religious Studies at Dumpton provides a balanced, unbiased approach to all religions and beliefs. The students approach work academically and are encouraged not to promote a strong opinion without careful consideration first. Therefore, all pupils will be given the opportunity to formulate their own views and will be able to validate their opinions with a considered argument.
The department provides a stimulating learning environment through teaching, display, resources and experience. The students will be taught a varied syllabus with an even balance of topics in each term.
The term ‘Religious Studies’ encompasses a wide variety of topics; World Religions, Scripture, Contemporary Issues, Significant People, Current Affairs and Moral Dilemmas to name but a few. At Dumpton the students are able to approach all topics in a studious and investigative manner. They will understand the importance of accepting others views and develop their ability to look at religions, texts or issues historically, sociologically, analytically and ethically.
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Year 3
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What is Christianity?
Stories from the Old and New Testament;
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Stories from the Old and New Testament;
Jesus is crucified.
Resurrection.
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Christian Denominations;
- Orthodox
- Roman Catholic
- Protestant
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Autumn Term
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Spring Term
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Summer Term
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Year 4
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Old Testament Biblical stories and contemporary Issues:
-The Creation
New Testament Biblical Stories and contemporary Issues
-Mary and the Angel
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Old Testament Biblical stories and contemporary Issues:
-The life of Joseph
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New Testament Biblical Stories and contemporary Issues
-John the Baptist – His birth, life and message
-Jesus as a boy, and the beginning of his teachings
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Quick overview of the major world religions:
-Sikhism,
-Hinduism,
-Buddhism,
-Judaism,
-Islam.
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Year 5
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Old Testament Biblical stories and contemporary Issues:
-Moses – His Birth.
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Old Testament Biblical stories and contemporary Issues:
-Ruth – Loyalty, Choice & Reward
Detailed study of Hinduism – Founders, Holy books, Places of Worship, Family life, Celebrations, Festivals, Beliefs, Life after Death
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New Testament Biblical stories and contemporary Issues:
-The Lord’s Prayer
Detailed study of Buddhism – Founders, Holy books, Places of Worship, Family life, Celebrations, Festivals, Beliefs, Life after Death
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Year 6
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Who was Jesus? - Understanding Jesus and his life, Baptism, Temptations and Parables.
How have Jesus’ followers put his teachings into practise?
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The Early Christian church - Understanding Early Christianity, the Gospels and Discipleship,
Why do people go on Pilgrimage?
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Christian places of Worship project
The Christian Year – Important events, festivals and celebrations in the Christian year
Christians and the environment
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Year 7
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The Creation – Stewardship
The Nature of Man and the Fall – Consequences
Cain and Abel –Anger and Jealousy
The near sacrifice of Issac – Making sacrifices for others
The Ten Commandments –Law and Punishment
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David and Jonathon – Friendship
David and Bathsheba – Abusing power
Solomon’s Wisdom – Leadership and courage
Elijah and the Prophets – The cult of celebrity
The Prophet Amos - Modern Prophets and Social Justice
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World religion project
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Year 8
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Temptations of Jesus - Good and Evil
Jesus and the outcasts – Prejudice
Followers of Jesus – Belief
Miracles of Healing – Wealth and Happiness
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Who was Jesus? – Myth, Man or God……
Parables – Lost Son – Celebrities today
Jesus’ sermon on the plain – Pacifism and non violent protest
Crucifixion -
Resurrection – Forgiveness and Death Penalty
Early Christians – Persecution
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Revision
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