Inspiring curiosity, reflection and diversity

Jigsaw RE 3–11 empowers children to explore life's big questions, understand different worldviews, and develop the empathy and respect they need to thrive. And it gives schools a clear, fully supported framework to deliver high-quality RE with confidence.

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Why RE matters

RE is about so much more than facts. It’s about nurturing curiosity, encouraging children to reflect on their own beliefs and experiences, and building respect for others.

When RE is delivered in this way, it transforms not just children’s understanding of different beliefs, but how they treat each other every day.

High-quality RE helps children grow into thoughtful, open-minded citizens who feel confident engaging with the world around them.

The impact in schools

Schools using Jigsaw RE report:

Our Approach

92%

say pupil engagement in RE lessons has increased

89%

say children show greater empathy and respect towards others

85%

see more confident questioning and thoughtful discussion

Children doing an exercise with a teacher

81%

report a more inclusive and reflective whole-school culture

Locally mapped to meet your needs

Jigsaw RE is fully mapped to locally agreed syllabi and supports the latest national guidance in England and Wales, including the new 2024 national framework and the Curriculum for Wales.

Our RE programme is designed to flex to your context, whether you are a community school, a faith school, or somewhere in between. You will have the structure and confidence to deliver RE in a way that feels right for your community.

Over 80 enquiry-based units

At the heart of Jigsaw RE are 80+ engaging enquiry-based units, each built around a big question that guides children to explore, discuss and reflect.

Medium and short-term planning included for every unit
Clear progression, year on year, through a spiral curriculum
Enquiries are connected to key concepts, themes and worldviews

The layered, spiral structure helps children deepen their understanding over time, rather than simply covering topics once and moving on.

Exploring world views

Jigsaw RE introduces children to a rich mix of religious and non-religious worldviews, including:

Baha’i / Buddhism / Christianity / Ethical Veganism / Humanism / Judaism / Sanatanna Dharma / Islam / Hinduism / Buddhism / Sikhi

Children learn to understand different ways of seeing the world, encouraging empathy, respect and open-mindedness.

What’s included in Jigsaw RE?

Everything you need to teach RE with confidence:

Fully planned lessons

Including slides, stories, and creative activities

Over 80 enquiry-based units

With both medium and short-term planning

Learning objectives

With built-in assessment opportunities

Editable resources

For adaptation to your community

Teacher guidance

With progression overviews

Additional resources

To support assemblies and wider whole-school learning

Always supported

Access to expert RE advisors and our School Support team

Fully planned lessons

Including slides, stories, and creative activities

Over 80 enquiry-based units

With both medium and short-term planning

Learning objectives

With built-in assessment opportunities

Editable resources

For adaptation to your community

Teacher guidance

With progression overviews

Additional resources

To support assemblies and wider whole-school learning

Always supported

Access to expert RE advisors and our School Support team

Meet the Jigsaw Owls

Our friendly Jigsaw Owls are unique classroom companions who help make the big questions feel safe and approachable.

These soft, welcoming characters:

Help create a calm, inclusive learning environment
Encourage children to share ideas and feelings
Support reflective discussions and deepen connection with the learning

Designed for every teacher

We know that not every teacher is an RE specialist. That’s why Jigsaw RE is built to be clear, supportive and easy to follow, helping every teacher feel prepared and empowered.

Step-by-step enquiry questions
Detailed teacher notes and guidance
Editable, ready-to-use materials
Ongoing support from RE advisors and training sessions

Children working around a whiteboard in a lesson

Complementary programmes to strengthen whole-school impact

PSHE 3-11

Jigsaw RE 3–11 works beautifully as a standalone programme but many of our schools choose to pair it with our PSHE 3–11 programme to create an even stronger, more joined-up approach to personal development and wellbeing.

Our PSHE 3–11 programme supports children’s personal, social and emotional development. It helps them build self-awareness, resilience and strong relationships, all while developing essential life skills.

PSHE 3-11