1.     The subject is seen to be held in high regard by senior managers, and has equal status with other core and foundation subjects.

2.     Teachers have access to appropriate professional development to support innovative practice

3.     There is sufficient curriculum time to meet the legal requirement to provide religious education for all pupils on the school roll (3 to 19) in accordance with the locally Agreed Syllabus.

4.     The subject leader has a clear overview of the way in which the Programmes of Study (or a GCSE syllabus at Key Stage 4) are covered at each key stage.

5.     Units of work are planned thoroughly to meet the requirements of the Agreed Syllabus and include strategies for differentiation and assessment.

6.     Attention is paid to the Staffordshire Attainment Targets (Issues, Religion, Meaning and Lifestance) and pupils are encouraged to learn from, as well as learn about, religion and religions.

7.     Pupils are offered stimulating learning experiences and are set challenging tasks linked to clear teaching and learning objectives.

8.     There is a wide range of learning resources.  These should be selected to capture the imagination of the learner, including authentic articles of faith, visits and visitors.

9.     Pupils are supported to develop a mature understanding of Christianity and other traditions, in accordance with the requirements of the Agreed Syllabus.

10.   Pupils are encouraged to develop their own perspectives as well as to take account of the viewpoints of others.

11.   Opportunities and experiences enhance pupils’ perception of RE as being relevant to their own lives, purposeful and enjoyable.