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08/05/24

We're thrilled to announce that bookings are now open for our upcoming Open Mornings next term! To secure your space please visit our website or use the link below:https://t.co/Ijd5ubJLbu pic.twitter.com/bdOXNLnqYA

12/04/24

All of us at SST are looking forward to our annual Spring Concert which takes place in just under 1 week!To get your tickets, head over to MyEvolve!#SpringConcert pic.twitter.com/FpWJoYLEqP

04/03/24

Welcome to National !This week, Miss Jenner and Mrs Chapman are curating a series of webinars, each delving into a distinct career pathway. Explore various topics, ranging from careers in finance, working in the NHS and even insights into working at Google!#NCW2024 pic.twitter.com/rM5bLTFHiE

26/02/24

Notice to Parents:Year 9 options evening is on Thursday, 29 February. Please make sure you have booked your ticket via Eventbrite. The first talk is at 4:15PM and parents are welcome to talk to the GCSE subject representative from 4:15PM onwards!

23/02/24

During half term, Ruben in 7E attended a workshop at the Royal Institution in the L'Oréal Young Scientist Centre. Students extracted their own DNA which was separated with enzymes and then sealed into a vial for them to take home!#Science pic.twitter.com/5PwNeX6hmj

06/02/24

We would love for you to vote for SST so we can continue expanding our STEM curriculum and developing our students' learning! https://t.co/24ubHpY817 https://t.co/Db8nxftMBQ

31/01/24

Several of our students recently had the chance to watch Maidstone United play Ipswich Town last Saturday! Here are the photos they've shared of themselves cheering on the Maidstone players, wearing team colours! 💛🖤 pic.twitter.com/vAIbsRIdXN

18/01/24

Throwback to last year's Ballroom Showcase which saw students from Ballroom Club showcase skills and techniques to their friends and family!If you're interested in dance, Ballroom Club runs every Wednesday after school and welcomes all students regardless of dancing skill! pic.twitter.com/Y5D4PoWqag

16/01/24

We are currently recruiting for several Teaching Vacancies here at SST including a Teacher of French/Spanish with a Leadership opportunity.Please enquire via the link below!https://t.co/jZcuxER1s6#Vacancy pic.twitter.com/DxoO12hLCq

14/12/23

Last week our staff really embraced the festive spirit with a Wreath Making Workshop!🎄#Wreath pic.twitter.com/vYO93GSzZG

13/12/23

A reminder to students and parents that on the last day of term Friday, 15 December, SST will have a half day finishing at 1pm!#Reminder pic.twitter.com/y74ulaLSj0

12/12/23

Last chance to buy tickets for tomorrow's Christmas Concert!🎅🎶As always, tickets can be purchased through MyEvolve✨#ChristmasConcert pic.twitter.com/47yABMRNLk

11/12/23

Our students in the Concert Choir had a fantastic time at Fremlin Walk last week!🎶 https://t.co/oloAJe2WJX

08/12/23

Our students in Drawing Club have been producing some amazing work recently! Held each Monday lunchtime with Miss Lovell, students are encouraged to experiment with both digital and traditional drawing.Drawings from Suvan in 10V, Leonor in 7T, Olivia in 7E, and Violet in 7E👏👏 pic.twitter.com/itWAs0THvR

07/12/23

Don't forget to book a space for the upcoming SST Christmas Concert next Wednesday, 13 December! Tickets can be booked via MyEvolve!🎄Throwback to last year's Christmas Concert!🌟✨#ChristmasConcert pic.twitter.com/1lhYXkia5D

06/12/23

Jake in 10V spent a day at last Saturday, where he had the amazing opportunity to go out on the track with a race team!🚦🏎This was only his second time out with them, but nevertheless, Jake made some great progress and received lots of positive feedback! pic.twitter.com/8KbXXtF2OL

05/12/23

After decorating our 6ft Reception Christmas Tree, we took to decorating our main Christmas Tree in the hall which comes in at just over 12ft!!🤩#ChristmasTree pic.twitter.com/II6tn46nKU

05/12/23

A reminder that the Morocco World Challenge parent conference is tonight at 6pm! Make sure you have your Zoom links handyIf you haven't registered already, follow the link below or head to the link in our biohttps://t.co/KA2SolL8U7#WorldChallenge

01/12/23

Hello, sorry for the confusion. It is Tuesday, 5th November!

29/11/23

Over the last few weeks, our students have been practising their road safety and hazard perception skills with the course!They've learned valuable skills such as how to look after their bikes, ride safely, and the best road practices to use when out on their bikes pic.twitter.com/shLZOInzRW

28/11/23

World Challenge is offering SST students an incredible opportunity to explore Morocco!World Challenge will be hosting a 20-minute Zoom session on Tuesday, 6 December. To register your interest or find out more about the trip please head to the link belowhttps://t.co/KA2SolL8U7 pic.twitter.com/k5mSUyLvlU

23/11/23

Congratulations to Alfie in 7C who recently passed his Karate exam with top marks and secured his Yellow Belt!💛#Karate pic.twitter.com/OpJ2s34bC1

22/11/23

Last week SST celebrated Maths Week with activities held each lunchtime ranging from learning how to crack codes, exploring the connection between maths and art through spirographs, and challenging each other's knowledge of times tables in Times Table Rock Stars! pic.twitter.com/ihDHcyZM2q

20/11/23

Last week, GCSE Art students travelled to London to visit The Hunterian and British Museum. This was an opportunity for students to understand the links between science and art, whilst building up primary source studies for their GCSE portfolios.#GCSEArt pic.twitter.com/GCjZhYfdk9

18/11/23

This Year, leading up to Christmas, SST has decided to partner with a charity that aims to relieve food poverty and reduce food waste in the UK.Please see the poster for a list of approved items you can donate. We will be accepting donations from this Monday, 20th💚 pic.twitter.com/GeDtGPCp16

Religious Education

The Religious Education department staffing include:

  • Mr B Solkin – Lead Teacher of Religious Education
  • Mrs N Begovic – Teacher of History and RE & Assistant Head of Year
  • Mrs L Marcelle – Teacher of Geography and RE & Mental Health Lead

 

The RE Department is committed to inspiring, nurturing, and challenging students, to become life-long learners and philosophers, understanding their position in a multi-faith world and the various religions, philosophies and worldviews that shape all aspects of our contemporary society.

Collectively, the department aim to deliver a Religious Education curriculum which is accessible, enjoyable, and interesting to all no matter their faith background, personal beliefs or worldviews.

Within years 7 to 9 students will study a wide variety of subjects in line with the Kent Agreed Syllabus for Religious Education, exploring all major world religions, social and ethical issues and beginning to examine the broad area of philosophy. Throughout their RE journey, students will develop their ability to evaluate claims and beliefs, explain different perspectives and views and examine their own view understanding of both religion and society.

 

If students chose to continue to GCSE, the programme of study follows the AQA specification A syllabus, examining Christianity and Islam in depth while also addressing thematic studies such as Crime and Punishment and Arguments for and against the existence of God. GCSE students will be required to examine a large variety of beliefs that impact day to day life in Britain and will develop their ability to not only identity and explain religious views but evaluate the position of religious belief in modern Britain.

Curriculum Intent

The Religious education department at SST Maidstone aims for all students to develop an understanding and appreciation of the fact we live in a ever changing multicultural society in which freedom of belief is a fundamental Human Right. Students will develop their understanding of key beliefs, teachings, and traditions of the worlds six major religions (Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam) and apply their knowledge to social and ethical issues. Students will explore the significance of British values such as mutual respect and tolerance to different faiths and cultures. The Religious Education curriculum will also implore students to examine humanity’s responsibility to our shared home and the importance of Human Rights. Students are challenged to ask questions, engage in moral debates, and justify decisions and beliefs preparing them for the world beyond SST.

KS3 Learning Journey

Year 7

Term 1: What is religion?

Term 2: Christianity

Term 3: Caring for the environment

Term 4: Sikhism

Term 5: Charity and community

Term 6: EOY Revision

Year 8

Term 1: Parables of Jesus

Term 2: Hinduism

Term 3: Arguments for the existence of God

Term 4: Judaism

Term 5: Spirituality and art

Term 6: EOY Revision

Year 9

Term 1: Religion and Morality

Term 2: Buddhism

Term 3: Life after Death

Term 4: Islam

Term 5: Crime and Punishment

Term 6: Medical Ethics

KS4 Learning Journey

At GCSE students complete the AQA specification A, examining two world religions beliefs and practices and four thematic areas of study.

 

Year 10

 

Term 1

Study of religion: Christianity beliefs 

Term 2

Thematic studies:  Religion human rights and social justice 

Term 3

Study of religion: Islam beliefs 

Term 4

Thematic studies: Religion crime and punishment 

Term 5

Study of religion: Christianity Practices 

Term 6

REVISION/EXAMS 

 

 

 

Year 11

 

Term 1

Thematic studies:  Arguments for the existence of God 

Term 2

Study of religion: Islam practices  

Term 3

Thematic studies: Relationships and families 

Term 4

REVISION

Term 5

EXAM PERIOD

Term 6

EXAM PERIOD