e. What Progress Looks Like
Progress in RE is visible not just in books, but in pupils’ confidence, maturity and depth of understanding.
Pupils demonstrate:
🧠 Growing Religious Literacy
They use accurate vocabulary, explain key concepts and make connections between texts, beliefs and practices.
🗣️ Clear Articulation of Ideas
Pupils express themselves confidently — orally and in writing — and can explain their thinking with clarity.
🤝 Respect for Diversity
Pupils recognise, value and respect differences in belief, showing empathy and understanding.
✝️ Understanding of Theology
They demonstrate knowledge of biblical texts, Christian teachings, theological concepts and their significance.
⚖️ Ability to Make Links Between Belief and Action
Pupils understand how faith influences behaviour, values, decisions and social justice — a key SIAMS emphasis.
🌱 Personal Reflection
They show thoughtful insight, engage with big questions, and explore their own beliefs and experiences sensitively.
How We Know Progress Is Strong
Progress is tracked and evidenced through:
- Teacher assessments each lesson and each unit
- Deep dives and book looks showing strong progression
- Pupil voice, evidencing recall, understanding and personal growth
- Governor monitoring, ensuring accountability and challenge
- Moderation across classes to ensure consistency
Pupils at Aston Rowant show excellent recall, a secure grasp of Christian theology, and the ability to reflect deeply - strengths externally recognised by diocesan leaders and evident across our RE evidence base.
In Summary
Progress in RE at Aston Rowant is:
- Systematic and carefully monitored
- Holistic — covering knowledge, understanding, reflection and articulation
- Evident in outcomes, conversations, behaviour and attitudes
- Deepened over time through excellent curriculum design
- Strong enough to withstand scrutiny at inspection level
Our children grow into reflective, compassionate, articulate learners who can engage confidently with big questions about faith, meaning and life - a clear sign of flourishing in line with our Christian vision.