Religion Education in England at Pre-School and Primary School I: The Sample of Public Schools

Abstract

This study which examines theoretical foundations and practical applications of religious education in pre-school and primary schools in England, is about early childhood religion education at a public school sample in 2013-2014 academic year. In our sample, religious education during early childhood with Christian faith and with a phenomenological approach is discussed also in conjunction with citizenship and values education within the framework of political aims. Based on Christianity, religion education at the level of general knowledge about religions, although bringing significant gains in areas such as the coexistence of religious education, the recognition of others and respect for other religions and cultures, it is seen that this kind of education is not enough for child to learn his religion at expected level.