The Religion and Life Personal Learning Checklist (PLC)

About this resource

The Religion and Life Personal Learning Checklist (PLC) from the National Association of Teachers of Religious Education (NATRE) is a structured revision and self-assessment resource designed for GCSE Religious Studies thematic studies. The checklist breaks the Religion and Life topic into manageable learning statements covering key issues such as the origins of the universe, the value of human life, environmental responsibility, animal rights, abortion, and euthanasia. These themes form part of the ethical topics studied in GCSE RS courses and are commonly assessed in exam papers.

Students use the PLC to rate their understanding of each topic and identify areas requiring further revision. This encourages reflective and independent learning while helping students focus on specification content that may appear in exams. For teachers, the checklist acts as a formative assessment tool that highlights gaps in knowledge and supports targeted revision sessions. Overall, the resource helps structure revision, monitor student progress, and improve students’ confidence when applying religious and ethical teachings in GCSE Religious Studies assessments.