We will strive for friendliness not loneliness to work together as one body.
1 Corinthians12: 27-28
At St Clare’s Catholic Primary School, Religious Education is at the heart of our curriculum and underpins our mission: “We love, we learn and we grow together.” We follow the recommended programmes of study from the Archdiocese of Liverpool – ‘To Know You More Clearly’ (EYFS to Year 3) and ‘Come and See’ (Years 4 to 6) – to ensure our children grow in faith, understanding and spiritual development.
Our Vision
The purpose of Religious Education at St Clare’s is to nurture the Catholic faith in every child. We aim to help children come to know God, recognise His presence in others, and develop a personal relationship with Him through prayer, scripture, worship and service.
We strive to create a loving and respectful school environment, where every child is encouraged to be honest, forgiving, tolerant and just. Everyone—children, staff and families—are recognised as being on their own unique faith journey.
Children of all faiths and none are warmly welcomed at St Clare’s. We value the richness of our multicultural community and promote respect and participation in prayer and liturgy as part of living out our Catholic ethos.
Religious Education Curriculum
To fulfil our aims and objectives, we deliver a broad and balanced Religious Education curriculum within a stimulating and nurturing environment. We recognise and celebrate the unique qualities of each child and encourage freedom of expression and spiritual growth.
Our teaching is rooted in the Religious Education Curriculum Directory for Catholic Schools (2012 and 2025), and our goal is to form religiously literate and engaged young people who are able to reflect spiritually, think ethically and theologically, and understand the demands of religious commitment in everyday life.
To Know You More Clearly (EYFS to Year 3)
Since September 2023, we have been implementing the new To Know You More Clearly programme in line with the new Religious Education Directory (RED). While currently optional, this programme becomes mandatory for all year groups from September 2026. We are proud to be part of the Archdiocese’s phased roll-out:
- Autumn 2023 – EYFS
- Spring 2024 – Year 1
- Summer 2024 – Year 2
- Autumn 2024 – Year 3
Structure of the Curriculum:
The programme is based around six branches—one per half term:
- Creation and Covenant
- Prophecy and Promise
- From Galilee to Jerusalem
- From Desert to Garden
- To the Ends of the Earth
- Dialogue and Encounter
Each branch follows a clear structure:
- Hear – engaging with scripture and stories
- Believe – exploring core beliefs
- Celebrate – celebrating faith in action
- Live – living out the learning
At the end of each branch, children are supported to:
- Understand – to reflect on what they have heard and learned in scripture and teaching, making connections to their own experiences and faith.
- Discern – to think deeply and carefully about the meaning of what they have learned and how it applies to their lives and the world around them.
- Respond – to express their learning and growing faith through prayer, action, creativity, and witness in their everyday lives.
- These final steps are integral to the To Know You More Clearly curriculum, encouraging pupils to move beyond knowledge into meaningful spiritual growth, ethical thinking, and lived faith.
Come and See (Years 4 to 6)
In Years 4, 5 and 6, we follow the well-established Come and See programme. Each term, children explore three topics which align with a whole-school theme. The programme also includes the study of other faiths and religious traditions, helping to foster respect, tolerance and understanding.
At the end of each topic, classes lead Collective Worship, giving children the opportunity to share their learning and faith experiences with their peers, families, and the wider school community.
Prayer, Worship and Catholic Life
Central to school life at St Clare’s is our commitment to prayer, worship and the living out of Gospel values. These elements are woven into daily routines and celebrated through assemblies, class liturgies, feast days, and sacramental preparation.
We ensure that all children feel valued, cared for, and supported in their faith journey. Opportunities for spiritual reflection are built into the curriculum, and all members of the school community are encouraged to deepen their personal commitment and respect that of others.
Working in Partnership with Families
We believe that Religious Education is a partnership between home, school, and parish. Our termly RE newsletters provide families with updates on what is being taught and offer ideas on how you can support your child’s spiritual development at home.
For more information about when topics are covered, please refer to our Yearly RE Overview and RE Policy, both available on this website.
If you have any questions about Religious Education at St Clare’s or would like to learn more about how to support your child, please do not hesitate to contact us.