Philosophy, Religion and Ethics
What is it to be a Philosopher at Marriotts?
Our vision is to promote the spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical development of pupils. We aim to prepare students for opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of later life including the study of philosophy and ethics. The curriculum helps them to make moral judgments and positive and healthy lifestyle choices. The aim is to promote shared values and to challenge racism and discrimination, to encourage tolerance, and to build confidence to defend others. The ability to recognise how the diversity of religion can impact national and global issues is central to allowing students to understand and challenge stereotypes.
We encourage students to be open minded, inquisitive and reflective. The outcome is for students to leave us with a core understanding of spirituality, identity, a sense of community, tolerance, respect and acceptance of all cultures.
Curriculum Overview Maps
Click on the relevant year group curriculum maps in the document section below to find out more detail about what is studied in Marriotts RS department.
For further details of the curriculum please contact
Mrs E Vandergift for KS3
E.Vandergrift@marriotts.herts.sch.uk or
Ms D Robson for KS4
D.Robson@marriotts.herts.sch.uk.
Subject Team
The Religious Studies Department consists of a team of highly skilled and motivated members of staff who are fully committed to ensuring each student maximises their potential in Religious Studies and is able to enjoy the diverse range of topics that we study at Marriotts.
| Staff | Role In Faculty |
|---|---|
| Miss K Hoskins | KS3 Lead of Religious Studies (KS3 & KS4 Religious Studies) |
| Mr C Kerr | Assistant Headteacher and Teacher of Y12 and 13 |
| Mrs E Vandergrift | Teacher of Humanities (KS3 Religious Studies Coordinator) |
| Ms D Robson | Teacher of Humanities (KS4 Religious Studies Coordinator) |
| Ms C Baker | Teacher of KS5 Philosophy and Ethics |
Curriculum Maps
Click on the relevent year group curriculum map to find out more detail about what is studied in Marriotts RS department.
Careers: Where can this subject take me?
Careers-in-Religious-Studies.pdf
Religious Studies helps students develop critical thinking, empathy, communication, and ethical reasoning — skills valued in many professions. At KS3, pupils explore global beliefs and moral questions, building awareness and understanding. At KS4 and KS5, they engage more deeply with philosophy, ethics, and religion, fostering analytical and reflective thinking. These skills open pathways to a wide range of careers, including law, education, social work, journalism, counselling, psychology, politics, public service, healthcare, community development, international relations, human rights work, theology, charity and humanitarian work, business ethics, and cultural heritage management. Religious Studies equips students to thrive in any field that values understanding people, cultures, and ideas.
Enrichment
Students have the opportunity to visit diverse places of worship such as the Bhaktivedanta Manor and St Albans Cathedral. Students are able to celebrate and participate in a diverse spiritual and cultural days through our assemblies programme.
