1. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OTHER RELIGIOUS TRADITIONS

2. In the classroom we : Recognise, respond to and counter racial prejudice. Follow consistent procedures for dealing with racial incidents. Foster racial harmony Explore issues of equality and racism with pupils.

3. It is important to remember : To ensure positive role models and images reflecting the experiences and backgrounds of ALL children. To incorporate a global dimension into the Curriculum, valuing all cultures. To encourage and support children’s cultural identities. To build links with groups from other cultures.

4. What is Institutionalised Racism? “The collective failure of an organisation to provide an appropriate and professional service to people because of their colour, culture or ethnic origin. It can be seen or detected in processes, attitudes and behaviour which amount to discrimination through unwitting prejudice, ignorance, thoughtlessness and racist stereotyping which disadvantage minority ethnic people.” The Macpherson Report

5. The MacPherson Report The MacPherson report was written after the death of Stephen Lawrence. It highlighted the importance of educational institutions in promoting anti-racism, valuing cultural diversity and in providing an appropriate and professional service to all people irrespective of colour, culture or ethnic design.

6. CHILDREN’S HUMAN RIGHTS The United Nation’s Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) applies to all young people up to the age of 18. Since 15 th January, 1992 every child in the UK has been entitled to over 40 specific rights.

7. Children’s Human Rights include: The right to life, survival and development. The right to have their views respected, and to have their best interests considered at all times. The right to a name and nationality, freedom of expression, and access to information concerning them. The right to live in a family environment or alternative care, and to have contact with both parents wherever possible.

8. Continued: Health and welfare rights, including rights for disabled children, the right to health care and social security. The right to education, leisure, culture and the arts. Some groups of children and young people – for example those living away from home, and young disabled people – have additional rights to make sure they are treated fairly and their needs are met.

9. Why teach about other religions? To prepare the children for life in a culturally diverse society. To develop a sense of responsibility for themselves and others. To create a positive interest in other people, employing fair play and justice. To provide opportunities to develop a positive self image and to value all.

10. TEACHING OTHER RELIGIONS The UK is regarded as a Christian country. ALL children are expected to be taught Christianity. At KS1 Christianity + 1 other religion is taught. At KS2 Christianity + 2 other religions are taught.

11. 5 ALTERNATIVE RELIGIONS Buddhism Hinduism Islam Judaism Sikhism

12. Key words: Christianity: Church, Bible, Priest/Vicar, 1 God, Christmas Buddhism: Temple, Tripitaka, Monks, 8 fold path, Wesak Hinduism: Mandir, Bhagavad Gita, Priest, 1 God who takes many forms, Divali

13. Key words: Islam: Mosque, Qur’an, Imam, 1 God – Allah, Eid Judaism: Synagogue, Torah, Rabbi, 1 God, Passover Sikhism: Gurudwara, Guru Granth Sahib, Guru/Granthi, 1 God, Baisakhi