Ideal for Year 7 or 8 | Includes Assessment & Mark Scheme This engaging and fully resourced scheme of work is perfect for Key Stage 3 students beginning their journey into Christianity. Carefully designed to introduce foundational Christian beliefs and practices, it supports progression into GCSE Religious Studies across all major exam boards. Unit Focus: This unit encourages students to explore the core beliefs of Christianity, including the nature of God, the significance of Jesus, and the role of the Church in believers’ lives. Through meaningful and reflective activities, students learn how theology shapes values, identity, and community in the modern world. What’s Included: A complete Scheme of Work A Knowledge Organiser to support revision and retrieval A comprehensive Anthology Booklet with key information linked to each lesson Fully animated PowerPoint lessons with built-in model answers, assessment tasks, and opportunities for feedback An End-of-Topic Assessment with a clear Mark Scheme Each lesson is thoughtfully planned to promote student engagement, deepen theological understanding, and link Christian beliefs to real-world applications. This unit helps develop students’ critical thinking, religious literacy, and respect for religious diversity. Lesson Titles: How is God understood and worshipped in Christianity? Why is the Trinity important in Christianity? Why is Jesus central to the Christian faith? Why is the Bible important for Christians today? What makes the Church important to Christians today? How is the Church organised? Winter Assessment Winter Assessment Feedback

Complete Scheme of Work: Exploring Belief in God, Philosophy and Theology THIS IS A COMPLETE SCHEME OF WORK. WITH ALL LESSONS, INFORMATION, WORKSHEETS ETC. POWERPOINTS HAVE BEEN CREATED SO THAT THEY HAVE ALL THE ANSWERS. READY TO TEACH YEAR 7 OR YEAR 8 RS. INCLUDES AL FAITHS AND BELIEF IN GOD AND ATHEISM. This comprehensive and well-structured scheme of work includes everything you need to deliver an engaging and thought-provoking unit for Key Stage 3 or early GCSE Religious Studies. It supports students in building a strong foundation for further study across all major GCSE exam boards. What’s Included: A detailed Scheme of Work A Knowledge Organiser to aid retrieval practice and revision An Anthology Booklet filled with key information, used to support all lessons Fully animated PowerPoint presentations for each lesson Built-in model answers, assessment opportunities, and feedback prompts throughout Knowledge Recall with answers every lesson. Each lesson is designed to deepen students’ understanding of philosophical and theological perspectives on God. Students are encouraged to critically engage with big questions such as the existence of God, the problem of suffering, the nature of miracles, and the reasons behind religious conversion. The unit also promotes respectful dialogue, community values, and social cohesion through collaborative learning. Learning Objectives: Strengthen analytical and evaluative skills Explore diverse worldviews and religious beliefs Promote inclusive, reflective, and respectful discussions Prepare students for the rigour of GCSE Religious Studies Lesson Titles: What are the different beliefs about God’s existence? How do God’s natures influence religious people? What makes atheism a valid alternative to belief in God? Do miracles prove God’s existence or challenge it? How can suffering be explained through different beliefs? Why do people convert to religion? How can we work together in unity through diversity? A flexible and high-quality resource for any Religious Studies or Humanities department looking to inspire thoughtful, respectful, and critical inquiry.