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AQA GCSE Religious Studies – Theme A: Premarital Sex

This comprehensive and thought-provoking lesson explores religious and contemporary attitudes towards sex before marriage, focusing on Christian and Islamic teachings. Tailored to the AQA GCSE Religious Studies Theme A: Relationships and Families, it encourages students to examine the purpose of sex, understand diverse cultural perspectives, and evaluate moral and ethical viewpoints.The lesson provides students with the tools to confidently engage with real-world ethical debates and succeed in exam-style questions.

Learning Outcomes:

• Give reasons for the religious and moral purpose of sex.
• Understand a range of contemporary British attitudes towards premarital sex.
• Explain key Christian and Muslim beliefs about sex before marriage, supported by scripture and denominational teachings.

What’s Included:

• Engaging and visually appealing PowerPoint presentation
• A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from scheme of work (SOW), helping students to connect new learning to what they already know.
• Throughout the lesson, **questioning activities **are used to promote discussion, check understanding, and encourage participation.
• Student worksheet with comprehension, analysis, and reflection tasks
• Denominational comparison (e.g. Catholic, Evangelical, Church of England, Sunni/Shia perspectives) and scripture analysis on sex before marriage.
• Students will complete an exam/ deliberate practice question to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge with scaffolding
• The lesson concludes with a final activity that allows students to consolidate their understanding and reflect on what they have learned.

Why Choose This Resource?
Fully aligned with the AQA GCSE Religious Studies Theme A specification
Suitable for faith-diverse and mixed-ability classrooms
Promotes critical thinking, debate and respect for different beliefs
Great for lesson observation, remote learning, or cover lessons

This resource equips students with a well-rounded understanding of the moral, social, and religious dimensions of premarital sex – perfect for exam prep or deepening classroom discussion.