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This teaching resource explores the difference between prejudice (an unfair attitude or judgment) and discrimination (unfair treatment based on that attitude), helping students understand these concepts both socially and ethically. It examines how various religious traditions view and respond to prejudice and discrimination, highlighting teachings that promote equality, justice, and the dignity of all people. Students will consider how religious beliefs influence actions against sexism, and other forms of injustice, and reflect on their own views and responsibilities in a diverse society.

This teaching resource provides structured learning mats designed to help students master the AQA GCSE Religious Studies exam question formats. Each mat breaks down the different types of exam questions (4, 6, and 12 marks), explains key command words, and offers step-by-step answer structures. It includes sentence starters, self-assessment checklists and mark scheme to support effective writing. The learning mats are tailored to AQA themes and can be used for revision, independent learning, or classroom exam practice. They are ideal for building exam confidence and improving performance across belief and thematic study components.

This engaging lesson is part of the AQA GCSE Religious Studies Theme C: The Existence of God and Revelation, focusing on the Argument from Design. The resource includes a clear and structured PowerPoint presentation, a starter activity to activate prior knowledge, and interactive questioning tasks to encourage student discussion and deeper understanding. Key content includes William Paley’s watch analogy, the idea of purpose and order in the universe, and religious and scientific responses to the design argument. A student worksheet supports learning with key word tasks, comprehension questions, and critical thinking exercises. The lesson also features an exam practice question and a final activity to consolidate learning and reflect on different viewpoints. This lesson includes a range of engaging and structured activities to support student learning. It begins with a** PowerPoint presentation** that outlines the key content and learning objectives. A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from the 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. Students will complete an exam/ deliberate practice question to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge. A student worksheet is provided with a variety of tasks to reinforce learning. The lesson concludes with a final activity that allows students to consolidate their understanding and reflect on what they have learned.

This resource provides an overview of the historical and contemporary roles and status of women in society. It highlights changes over time, similarities and differences across/within religions, and explores ongoing challenges and progress in gender equality. Students will consider the traditional view of women in society, how attitudes towards the status, role and treatment of women have changed, and reflect on their own views and responsibilities in a diverse society. This lesson includes discussion topics, activities and resources to help students understand and address these issues. It is suitable for lessons in Religious Studies, Citizenship, PSHE, or History. This lesson includes a range of engaging and structured activities to support student learning. It begins with a** PowerPoint presentation** that outlines the key content and learning objectives. A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from the 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. Students will complete exam/ deliberate practice questions to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge. A student worksheet is provided with a variety of tasks to reinforce learning. The lesson concludes with a final activity that allows students to consolidate their understanding and reflect on what they have learned.

This teaching resource explores the legal framework surrounding discrimination, religious perspectives on prejudice and discrimination, and strategies for challenging discriminatory attitudes and behaviors, particularly in relation to race. It highlights teachings that promote equality, justice, and the dignity of all people. Students will consider how religious beliefs influence actions against racism, and reflect on their own views and responsibilities in a diverse society. It includes discussion topics, activities and resources to help students understand and address these issues. This lesson includes a range of engaging and structured activities to support student learning. It begins with a** PowerPoint presentation** that outlines the key content and learning objectives. A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from the 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. Students will complete exam/ deliberate practice questions to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge. A student worksheet is provided with a variety of tasks to reinforce learning. The lesson concludes with a final activity that allows students to consolidate their understanding and reflect on what they have learned.

This lesson explores why poverty exists, what different religions teach about wealth, and how wealth should be used responsibly. It encourages students to reflect on fairness, justice, and the moral responsibilities that come with having wealth. This lesson includes a range of engaging and structured activities to support student learning. It begins with a** PowerPoint presentation** that outlines the key content and learning objectives. A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from the 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. Students will complete exam/ deliberate practice questions to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge. A student worksheet is provided with a variety of tasks to reinforce learning. The lesson concludes with a final activity that allows students to consolidate their understanding and reflect on what they have learned.

This lesson is designed for the AQA GCSE Religious Studies Theme F: Religion, Human Rights and Social Justice, focusing specifically on the exploitation of the poor. It includes a detailed PowerPoint presentation, starter activity to revisit key concepts, questioning tasks to promote critical thinking, and a student worksheet with activities that support knowledge retention and exam technique. The lesson explores key issues such as fair pay, people trafficking, and excessive interest on loans, including Christian and Muslim perspectives. Students are given the opportunity to engage with exam-style questions, including a 12-mark evaluative question, and a final activity consolidates learning through reflection or creative response. This lesson includes a range of engaging and structured activities to support student learning. It begins with a** PowerPoint presentation** that outlines the key content and learning objectives. A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from the 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. Students will complete exam/ deliberate practice questions to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge. A student worksheet is provided with a variety of tasks to reinforce learning. The lesson concludes with a final activity that allows students to consolidate their understanding and reflect on what they have learned.

This lesson builds on prior learning about the problem of evil and suffering, enabling students to consolidate and apply their knowledge. Students will recap key content, including the Fall from Grace (Genesis), the story of Job, and St Augustine’s theodicy, exploring how each offers a response to the challenge of reconciling a loving, all-powerful God with the existence of evil. The main focus of the lesson is to prepare students to write a well-structured 12-mark evaluation in response to the question: “The existence of evil proves that God does not exist. Evaluate this statement.” Students will be supported in constructing balanced arguments, using religious teachings, examples, and personal reflection to form a justified conclusion. This lesson includes a range of engaging and structured activities to support student learning. It includes a** PowerPoint presentation** that outlines the key content and learning objectives. A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from the 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. Students will complete an exam/ deliberate practice question to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge. A model answer Differentiated student worksheet is provided with a variety of tasks to reinforce learning. The lesson concludes with a final activity that allows students to consolidate their understanding and reflect on what they have learned. **Ideal For: ** • KS3 & KS4 RE departments • New or non-specialist teachers • Schools introducing world religions and philosophy to younger learners

This resource introduces students to the Christian view on how evil entered the world exploring its roots in the story of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. Students will learn to retell the biblical account of how sin entered the world through disobedience and understand how this event shapes the Christian view of human nature. The resource explains how original sin is believed to affect all humans, influencing the need for salvation, baptism, and moral guidance. Learners will also consider how the belief in original sin impacts the lives of individuals today. This lesson includes a range of engaging and structured activities to support student learning. It includes a** PowerPoint presentation** that outlines the key content and learning objectives. A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from the 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. Students will complete an exam/ deliberate practice question to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge. A student worksheet is provided with a variety of tasks to reinforce learning. The lesson concludes with a final activity that allows students to consolidate their understanding and reflect on what they have learned. Ideal For: • KS3 RE departments • New or non-specialist teachers • Schools introducing world religions and philosophy to younger learners

This resource supports students in exploring the qualities of God, such as omnipotence, omnibenevolence, and omniscience, and linking these attributes to Biblical teachings. Learners will examine how these divine qualities create a tension when faced with the problem of evil and suffering—the challenge of reconciling a loving and powerful God with the existence of pain in the world. The resource introduces St Augustine’s theodicy as a classical Christian response, encouraging students to reflect on his belief that evil is not created by God but results from human free will and the misuse of that freedom. By the end of the lesson, students will develop a deeper understanding of how Christian theology addresses suffering while thinking critically about its implications. This lesson includes a range of engaging and structured activities to support student learning. It includes a** PowerPoint presentation** that outlines the key content and learning objectives. A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from the 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. Students will complete an exam/ deliberate practice question to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge. Differentiated student worksheet is provided with a variety of tasks to reinforce learning. The lesson concludes with a final activity that allows students to consolidate their understanding and reflect on what they have learned. Ideal For: • KS3 & KS4 RE departments • New or non-specialist teachers • Schools introducing world religions, philosophy and theology to learners

This revision document is designed to help students prepare for their end-of-unit assessment by summarising key vocabulary, knowledge and ideas covered throughout the scheme of work ‘An Introduction to Religious Studies’ . It supports recall, understanding, and critical thinking. This lesson includes a range of engaging and structured activities to support student learning. It includes a** PowerPoint presentation** that outlines the key content and learning objectives. A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from the 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. Students will complete an exam/ deliberate practice question to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge. A one page A3 revision worksheet is provided with a variety of tasks to reinforce learning and support recall. Ideal For: • KS3 RE departments • New or non-specialist teachers • Schools introducing world religions and philosophy to younger learners

This revision document is designed to help students prepare for their end-of-unit assessment by summarising key vocabulary, knowledge and ideas covered throughout the scheme of work ‘Rites of Passage’ . It supports recall, understanding, and critical thinking. This lesson includes a range of engaging and structured activities to support student learning. It includes a** PowerPoint presentation** that outlines the key content and learning objectives. A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from the 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. Students will complete an exam/ deliberate practice question to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge. A one page A3 revision worksheet is provided with a variety of tasks to reinforce learning and support recall. Ideal For: • KS3 RE departments • New or non-specialist teachers • Schools introducing world religions and philosophy to younger learners

This is a 14 lesson scheme of work introducing students to the study of religion and philosophy, exploring big questions, beliefs, and practices across the six major world religions. The focus is on developing understanding, respect, and critical thinking skills. Duration - One full term (approx. 14 weeks) It consists of the following for each lesson: Do Now Activity / Bell Task/ Starter Title/Big Question Lesson Objective ** Core Knowledge/Learning Outcomes** **Key Vocabulary ** Deep Feedback Opportunity *** **** Resources**** ** Assessment Opportunity ** Homework Task/Ideas What Will We Study in RS? An introduction to Religious Studies—exploring why RS is studied, what students will learn, and how it helps them understand themselves and others in a diverse world. What It Means to Be Religious This lesson explores what it means to be religious, live a religious life, including belief in a higher power, moral choices, worship, and community belonging. The Existence of God Students examine different arguments for and against the existence of God, introducing theistic, atheistic, and agnostic perspectives through debate and discussion. Deep Feedback Dedicated lesson for responding to teacher feedback, improving written work, and reflecting on learning progress. The Six Major World Religions: Key Features Overview of Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism—covering core beliefs, practices, founders, symbols, and sacred texts. The Six Major Religions: Golden Rules Students discover how each religion teaches a version of the Golden Rule, promoting kindness, fairness, and compassion. 7–8. The Six Major Religions: Festivals Exploration of key religious festivals across different faiths. Students learn about traditions, celebrations, and meanings behind events such as Diwali, Eid, Easter, Passover, Wesak, and Vaisakhi. Deep Feedback Another opportunity to consolidate learning through structured feedback, self-assessment, and peer review. The Six Major Religions: Pilgrimage Students explore the significance of pilgrimage in each religion and the impact it has on believers’ lives and spiritual growth. The Place of Religion in Bristish Society A look at the rise of religious, and non-religious worldviews, using census data and current trends in belief. Revision Students revisit key knowledge and vocabulary in preparation for their assessment through engaging recap activities. Assessment Formal assessment to check understanding and skills developed over the unit, including knowledge recall and critical reflection. Deep Feedback Final feedback session, allowing students to review their work, reflect on progress, and set targets for future learning. Ideal For: • KS3 RE departments • New or non-specialist teachers • Schools introducing world religions and philosophy to younger learners

Scheme of Work: Rites of Passage Key Stage 3 (Year 7/8) Duration: One term (approx. 13–14 weeks) Scheme Overview: This unit explores the key life events known as “rites of passage” within various religious traditions. It aims to help students understand how different faiths mark significant transitions such as birth, adulthood, marriage, and death, and why these rituals are meaningful to individuals and communities. Through exploring practices across Christianity, Islam, Judaism, and Hinduism, students gain a deeper understanding of how different communities celebrate, support, and guide individuals through life’s major transitions. The unit encourages empathy, reflection, and critical thinking about the spiritual and social importance of these rites. Learning Outcomes: Identify key rites of passage in four major world religions Understand the religious, emotional, and cultural significance of each rite Develop comparison and evaluation skills Demonstrate empathy and respect for different religious worldviews Improve written communication through feedback and revision It consists of the following for each lesson: Do Now Activity / Bell Task/ Starter Title/Big Question Lesson Objective ** Core Knowledge/Learning Outcomes** Key Vocabulary ** Deep Feedback Opportunity *** **** Resources** ** Assessment Opportunity ** Homework Task/Ideas

This resource helps students explore the biblical story of Job as a way of understanding Christian responses to suffering. Students will learn to retell Job’s story, highlighting his faithfulness through extreme personal loss and physical pain. The resource encourages learners to explain what Christians might learn from Job’s experiences, such as trusting in God during hardship, the value of patience, and the mystery of divine justice. Through discussion and reflection, students will also consider the challenging question: Can God still be just in a world with suffering?, allowing them to engage with both theological ideas and personal perspectives. This lesson includes a range of engaging and structured activities to support student learning. It includes a** PowerPoint presentation** that outlines the key content and learning objectives. A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from the 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. Students will complete an exam/ deliberate practice question to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge. A student worksheet is provided with a variety of tasks to reinforce learning. The lesson concludes with a final activity that allows students to consolidate their understanding and reflect on what they have learned. Ideal For: • KS3 & KS4 RE departments • New or non-specialist teachers • Schools introducing world religions and philosophy to younger learners

This document is a comprehensive OFSTED preparation guide for secondary school Religious Education (RE) departments. It outlines clear responses to key OFSTED questions regarding the intent, implementation, and impact of the RE curriculum. The content covers how the curriculum is designed to promote religious literacy, inclusion, and personal development, and how it is taught and assessed across Key Stages 3 and 4. It also explains how the department supports SEND and disadvantaged students, monitors teaching quality, and aligns learning with SMSC and British Values. Ideal for use in RE department reviews or OFSTED readiness.

This lesson explores birth as an important rite of passage, with a focus on Christian and Muslim traditions. It includes a PowerPoint presentation, starter activity, and questioning prompts to guide discussion and engagement. Students will learn to explain why birth is a significant life event, understand and describe key birth ceremonies in Christianity and Islam, and explore the symbolic meanings behind specific rituals and actions, such as baptism in Christianity and the Shahadah (declaration of faith) in Islam. A student worksheet supports comprehension and reflection, and an exam-style question help develop evaluative thinking. The lesson concludes with a final activity to consolidate key learning points and encourage personal reflection. This lesson includes a range of engaging and structured activities to support student learning. It begins with a** PowerPoint presentation** that outlines the key content and learning objectives. A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from the 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. Students will complete an exam/ deliberate practice question to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge. A student worksheet is provided with a variety of tasks to reinforce learning. The lesson concludes with a final activity that allows students to consolidate their understanding and reflect on what they have learned.

This teaching resource provides an overview of the concept of marriage as a sacred and legal union between two people, often involving religious, cultural, and social significance. It explores the key features of Christian and Muslim marriage ceremonies. In a Christian wedding, important elements include the exchange of vows and rings, prayers, and blessings before God, symbolizing love, commitment, and unity. In a Muslim wedding (Nikah), key features include the marriage contract, the presence of witnesses, the giving of a dowry (mahr), and recitation from the Qur’an, highlighting mutual consent, responsibility, and faith. The resource also explains the meaning behind each event in both ceremonies, such as the Christian emphasis on lifelong partnership under God, and the Muslim focus on building a family unit within the framework of Islamic teachings. This comparison helps students understand how marriage reflects values, beliefs, and responsibilities in different religious traditions. This lesson includes a range of engaging and structured activities to support student learning. It begins with a** PowerPoint presentation** that outlines the key content and learning objectives. A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from the 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. Students will complete an exam/ deliberate practice question to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge. A student worksheet is provided with a variety of tasks to reinforce learning. The lesson concludes with a final activity that allows students to consolidate their understanding and reflect on what they have learned.

This teaching resource introduces students to the Jewish coming-of-age traditions of Bar Mitzvah (for boys) and Bat Mitzvah (for girls). It explains that Bar/Bat Mitzvah means “son/daughter of the commandment” and marks the point at which a Jewish child becomes responsible for their own religious duties. The resource describes key rituals such as reading from the Torah during a synagogue service, delivering a short speech, and celebrating with family and friends. It also encourages students to evaluate the wider significance of coming-of-age ceremonies, highlighting how these events mark an important transition into adulthood, promote spiritual responsibility, and strengthen a sense of identity and belonging within a religious community. This lesson includes a range of engaging and structured activities to support student learning. It begins with a** PowerPoint presentation** that outlines the key content and learning objectives. A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from the 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. Students will complete an exam/ deliberate practice question to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge. A student worksheet is provided with a variety of tasks to reinforce learning. The lesson concludes with a final activity that allows students to consolidate their understanding and reflect on what they have learned.

This teaching resource explores the Upanayana ceremony, a traditional Hindu coming-of-age rite that marks the beginning of formal spiritual education for young boys, particularly within the Brahmin, Kshatriya, and Vaishya castes. The ceremony symbolizes the start of a new life. This lesson analyses the benefits of the Upanayana for Hindus today, including the reinforcement of religious identity, connection to tradition, and the promotion of discipline and responsibility. It also highlights how the ceremony continues to foster a sense of belonging and spiritual purpose within Hindu communities. This lesson includes a range of engaging and structured activities to support student learning. It begins with a** PowerPoint presentation** that outlines the key content and learning objectives. A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from the 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. Students will complete an exam/ deliberate practice question to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge. A student worksheet is provided with a variety of tasks to reinforce learning. The lesson concludes with a final activity that allows students to consolidate their understanding and reflect on what they have learned.