Spirituality
Curriculum, ethos and school environment have the potential for promoting spiritual development. The ways in which we both appreciate and express our spiritual nature is very varied and the ways in which spirituality is presented and explored will be driven by the vision of the school. This takes spirituality beyond the suggestions given in the Ofsted handbook. Recent research found pupils’ own understanding of spirituality to include:
Adapted from 'Lessons in Spiritual Development', Anne Casson et al. The ODBE offers materials in support of spirituality and your school's adviser will be very happy to discuss them with you. In addition, the DTS programme includes a course specifically dedicated to spirituality. ContactRobin Sharples - ODBE School Adviser email Robin Sharples or tel: 07801 884402 |