Impactful teaching about Judaism: deepening subject knowledge – Secondary (24/06/2026)

Description

This course will enable any teacher of RE the opportunity to deepen their knowledge and understanding of matters of central importance in Judaism.This will focus on substantive knowledge about the diversity of Jews and Judaism, using scholarly approaches, investigating sociological data, and applying theological and philosophical methods. It will provide example teaching and learning strategies. 

Online course details

• Date: Wednesday 24 June 2026
• Time: 4 PM – 5.30 PM
• Area of focus: Subject Knowledge, Pedagogy and Practise
• Trainers: National RE Adviser – Stephen Pett
• School Phase: Secondary Key Stage 3, 4 and 5, with a focus for developing key knowledge for post 16 study (11-16 and 16-18)
• Price: £60

NATRE members 25% off selected courses*

*can’t be used in conjunction with any other discount.

Course features:

This course is one of a series covering the principal religions encountered in the teaching of RE/RVE/RME across the United Kingdom. Course participants will extend their understanding of Judaism and Jewish ways of living. They will explore disciplinary ways of knowing for engaging pupils in learning about the diversity of Judaism in the UK and beyond. The session will explore data, texts and the lived experience of Jews from different streams.  

This course complements the RE Today publication Investigating Jewish Worldviews, a copy of which can be purchased at the time of booking for a reduced rate should you need it. If you are a secondary NATRE member you may already have access to this publication and can book the course without the accompanying book. 

If you have ECTs in your department this will also support them in developing their confidence in teaching this complex area of study. 

Benefits of attending – Delegates 

• Clearer understanding of substantive knowledge in teaching about Jews and Judaism 
• Engaging teaching and learning activities drawing on research findings and disciplinary methods
• Opportunities to explore progression in teaching about Judaism

Benefits of attending – For the school:  

• A curriculum based on the latest research and developments in teaching and learning in RE/RVE/RME with reference to Jews and Judaism. 
  
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