Religious Studies at Shebbear College is seen as an academic pursuit in the same way as any other subject. We foster the good practice of learning to respect other people’s beliefs, whilst at the same time encouraging the development of personal growth. Christianity is studied as the core religion through all key stages, as befitting a Church foundation school. At the same time we study a selection from the other five ‘world religions’ of Judaism, Islam, Sikhism, Buddhism and Hinduism as well as non-believing responses to the meaning of life. Studying more than one religion enables pupils to learn comparative skills and to discern both commonality and difference. Understanding the real significance of religious ideas, practices and values in today’s global, multi-cultural society helps in any career which involves dealing with people.