Year 8 Learning

Our curriculum is taught with a mixture of linear and thematic learning, giving students the chance to learn, use and compare new concepts as well as enhance their understanding and skills in the wider world. These transferable skills will support at Key Stage 4.

Term Topic Key Content
Autumn Religious views to creation and God
  • Introduction
  • What is cosmological revolution
  • Arguments for and against God
  • Religious views to creation
Spring Exploring Islam
  • Introduction to Islam
  • Origins of Islam
  • Life of Muhammad
  • The Quran and 5 pillars
  • Muslim prayers
  • Mosque
  • Ramadan and Eid
  • Hajj
Summer Meaning of life/early life
  • What is` sanctity of life?
  • What is euthanasia?
  • What is IVF?
  • What is genetic engineering?
  • What is the purpose of families?

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