Spirituality with Our Curriculum

Spirituality in the UK primary curriculum is not a standalone subject but is woven throughout all areas of learning. It involves nurturing a child’s inner life, sense of wonder, self-awareness, and understanding of deeper meanings and values. Spiritual development encourages children to reflect on their experiences, beliefs, relationships, and the world around them.
Key features of spirituality in the curriculum include:

• Awe and Wonder – Encouraging curiosity and appreciation, especially in nature, art, science, and music.
• Self and Others – Developing self-awareness, empathy, and respect for different viewpoints and cultures.
• Reflection and Meaning – Providing time and space for children to reflect on life's big questions, emotions, and values.
• Creativity and Expression – Valuing imagination, storytelling, the arts, and opportunities for personal expression. 
• Connection and Belonging – Fostering a sense of identity, community, and interconnectedness with the wider world.

St Sebastian's Definition:
Spirituality is about feeling a connection to ourselves, to others, and to something greater than ourselves. It means noticing our feelings, thoughts, and experiences, and thinking about how we respond to the world around us, including moments of awe and wonder, self-awareness and knowing what makes us feel happy, calm, or curious.
Everyone is different, and spirituality can look different for each person.