A fast paced and engaging revision game for AQA GSCE RS (Islam and Christianity Edition)This interactive and lively resource brings the thrill of the famous Dobble game into your lessons, turning revision and retrieval practice into an engaging group activity. Key Highlights: Dobble Game Redefined: Learning meets fun! The Islam and Christianity Edition Dobble Game is a dynamic twist on the classic, infusing excitement into your GCSE Religious Studies classroom. Students dive into questions related to Islam and Christianity, racing to find the corresponding image on the Dobble board. Engaging Retrieval Practice: Transform mundane revision into a fun game of skill and knowledge. Pupils not only answer questions but also race against each other to spot the matching image. This retrieval practice not only reinforces key concepts but also adds an element of friendly competition to your classroom. Versatile Classroom Application: Whether you prefer whole-class engagement or small group collaboration, this Dobble Game adapts effortlessly to your teaching style. It’s a fantastic whole-class activity that sparks enthusiasm or an interactive group task that fosters teamwork and camaraderie. Targeted Islam and Christianity Focus: Aligned with the AQA GCSE Religious Studies curriculum, this resource hones in on Islam and Christianity topics. Covering key areas of study, it provides targeted reinforcement for students preparing for exams.

Ramadan Assembly 2025 – Ready-to-Use 10-Minute Presentation for UK Secondary Schools Ramadan 2025 begins on 28th February, making this the perfect resource to educate students about this significant time for Muslims around the world. This engaging and fully-prepared assembly is designed for secondary school students, providing a clear and respectful introduction to Ramadan. What’s Included? • 10-minute PowerPoint presentation covering: o What is Ramadan? – Key facts and significance o UK fasting times for 2025 – Suhoor and Iftar o Who must fast and who is excused o Longest and shortest fasts around the world o How non-Muslims can show respect o Ways to support Muslim friends during Ramadan o Reflection and discussion questions to engage students Why Choose This Resource? • Fully planned and ready to use – no extra preparation needed • Visually engaging slides with clear key points • Encourages inclusivity and understanding in schools • Suitable for assemblies, form time, and PSHE lessons • Designed specifically for UK secondary schools Ensure your students gain a meaningful understanding of Ramadan while promoting a culture of respect, empathy, and inclusivity in your school. Download now and be prepared for Ramadan 2025!

Maximise student success in AQA GCSE Religious Studies Paper 1: Islam Beliefs and Teachings with this comprehensive 12-mark graphic organiser. 12-mark questions make up 50% of all marks in the exam, making it essential for students to develop strong evaluation skills. This resource helps pupils structure their answers effectively, ensuring they meet exam requirements with confidence. What’s Included? ✔ Blank Exam Response Planner – Printable template for any 12-mark question, helping students structure their answers. ✔ Example 12-Mark Questions – Covering key topics from Islam Beliefs and Teachings, reflecting AQA exam style. ✔ Differentiated Support: • Blank planners for higher-ability pupils to develop independent responses. • Completed versions with model answers, sentence starters, and structured guidance for weaker students. ✔ Sentence Starters & 12-Mark Structure – Helping students build well-reasoned, exam-ready responses. ✔ For & Against Argument Ideas – Key points students can use to evaluate the statement effectively. ✔ Beliefs & Teachings from Sacred Writings – Suggestions on relevant Qur’an quotes and Islamic teachings to include. ✔ Mark Scheme Guidance – Clear breakdown of what an answer must include and should include to achieve top marks. Why This Resource Works • Encourages Independent Learning – Students can plan and refine their responses before writing full answers. • Supports Exam Success – Helps students hone evaluation skills, improving confidence in answering 12-mark questions. • Differentiated for All Abilities – Works as both scaffolding for weaker pupils and a challenge for high achievers. • Aligned with AQA Mark Scheme – Ensures students meet examiner expectations for balanced, well-supported arguments. Perfect For: ✔ AQA GCSE Religious Studies (Islam Beliefs & Teachings) ✔ Exam Practice, Homework, or Revision Lessons ✔ Boosting 12-Mark Question Confidence ✔ Scaffolding & Stretching Learners Help your students master the most crucial exam skill in AQA GCSE Religious Studies with this essential 12-mark response planner. Download now and improve exam performance!

Keep your GCSE Religious Studies students engaged with The Study Studio10’s Finished Early Mats – a set of six versatile extension sheets designed for pupils who finish tasks early. Perfect for quick retrieval practice and exam preparation, these mats cover core content for the AQA RS specification, focusing on Paper 1: Islam and Christianity. Each mat includes a mix of tasks that reinforce key topics, allowing students to: Recall Core Beliefs and Teachings: Review essential concepts and sacred texts from Islam and Christianity. Practise Exam-Style Questions: Engage with the five main question types they’ll encounter in the exam, building familiarity and confidence. Apply Knowledge through Retrieval Tasks: Strengthen long-term memory and reinforce learning in a low-stakes setting. Ideal for printing and laminating, these mats are durable and easy to use as desk-based resources for individual student use. With clear, varied tasks, they offer a productive way to keep students focused while extending their learning. Key Features: 6 Individual Mats with Varied Tasks: Includes retrieval practice, beliefs and teachings, and exam question practice. Aligned with AQA Specification: Targets content for GCSE Paper 1 – Islam and Christianity. Flexible Use: Great as a laminated desk resource, ready to engage early finishers. Supports Revision and Exam Skills: Prepares students for exam conditions while reinforcing curriculum content. Enhance your classroom resources with The Study Studio10’s Finished Early Mats – the ideal solution to keep early finishers engaged and focused on key GCSE RS content!

Help your GCSE RS students distinguish between two foundational aspects of Islam with The Study Studio10’s Six Articles of Faith and Five Pillars of Islam Posters. Specifically designed to support pupils in understanding and remembering these key concepts, these posters provide clear, concise explanations that highlight the differences between the Articles of Faith (beliefs) and the Pillars (practices), which students often find challenging to separate. These visually engaging posters are perfect for classroom display or can be laminated for use as desk mats to provide ongoing reference during lessons. Ideal for reinforcing learning, they make complex content more accessible, allowing students to review and internalise core Islamic beliefs and practices at a glance. Key Features: Clarity for Complex Topics: Simplifies the distinction between the Six Articles of Faith and the Five Pillars of Islam, reducing common student confusion. Dual Use: Great as eye-catching wall posters or as handy laminated mats for pupil desks. Supports GCSE RS Curriculum: Tailored to the GCSE Religious Studies specification, aiding students in mastering essential exam content. High-Quality Design: Engaging layout for easy reading and quick reference. Bring clarity to your classroom with The Study Studio10’s Six Articles of Faith and Five Pillars of Islam Posters – an invaluable resource for both teaching and revision!

Engage your GCSE Religious Studies students in a fun, interactive revision activity with this Picture This PowerPoint game! Designed specifically for the AQA GCSE RS specification (Paper 1), this resource includes 26 carefully selected images tied to key themes within Islam and Christianity. Perfect for use as starters, plenaries, or dedicated revision sessions, this activity will help students deepen their understanding in a memorable, collaborative way. How It Works: The game encourages students to work in groups and draw upon their knowledge of Islam and Christianity to identify as many relevant facts about each image as possible. The facts can cover themes, concepts, or key teachings linked to the image. You can adapt the activity in multiple ways: Interactive Whiteboard Version: Display each image on the interactive whiteboard and have students write their facts on sticky notes to place directly on the board. This approach fosters a dynamic classroom environment as students share their insights and learn from each other. Printed Group Activity: Print one image per group, allowing students to annotate and discuss directly on their paper copy. This method encourages collaboration and helps students visually connect ideas as they prepare for their exams. Why Use This Resource? This PowerPoint is an excellent way to consolidate knowledge in an engaging, visual format. By stimulating memory retrieval through group discussion, students reinforce essential themes and concepts for the AQA RS GCSE exam, specifically covering content from Paper 1: Islam and Christianity. What’s Included: 26 unique, high-quality images designed to prompt discussion and recall key themes from Islam and Christianity. Easy-to-follow instructions for teachers, making setup quick and adaptable to different classroom needs. Transform revision sessions into lively, meaningful activities with Picture This—an enjoyable way for students to solidify their learning and prepare confidently for their exams!

Elevate your GCSE Religious Studies curriculum with this Making Links innovative retrieval activity designed to inspire your students and deepen their understanding of key Christian themes. Key Features: Active Retrieval: Harness the power of active retrieval, one of the most effective learning strategies, by encouraging students to use their existing knowledge. This resource prompts them to draw connections between vital elements of Christianity, focusing on three themes: “Jesus’ Role in Salvation” and “Jesus and the Great Commission” and “Jesus.” Promotes Critical Thinking: This activity challenges students to think critically and make meaningful links between complex Christian concepts making it a perfect extension activity as well. Revision Tool: Whether preparing for exams or reviewing past lessons, this retrieval activity acts as an excellent revision tool. It reinforces existing knowledge, fortifying students’ retention of essential information. This resource includes a printable PDF as well as a fully editable PPT version if you would like to create some of your own Making Links resources.

Elevate your GCSE Religious Studies curriculum with this Making Links innovative retrieval activity designed to inspire your students and deepen their understanding of key Islamic themes. Key Features: Active Retrieval: Harness the power of active retrieval, one of the most effective learning strategies, by encouraging students to use their existing knowledge. This resource prompts them to draw connections between vital elements of Islam, focusing on three themes: “Tawhid” and “Prophet Ibrahim” and "Islamic Beliefs and Teachings.” Promotes Critical Thinking: This activity challenges students to think critically and make meaningful links between complex Islamic concepts making it a perfect extension activity as well. Revision Tool: Whether preparing for exams or reviewing past lessons, this retrieval activity acts as an excellent revision tool. It reinforces existing knowledge, fortifying students’ retention of essential information. This resource includes a printable PDF as well as a fully editable PPT version if you would like to create some of your own Making Links resources.

This resources enable students to access the GCSE religious studies curriculum in an innovative and lively way. Our “Judgement Day Roasts” resource is specifically designed to enable your students to showcase their understanding of Christian teachings about sin, salvation, judgement, and the afterlife in a unique and entertaining way. This creative group task is the perfect way for your pupils to actively engage with these profound concepts while having fun! Key Features: Promotes Active Learning: Move beyond traditional classroom methods and let your students actively participate in their learning. This resource fosters hands-on engagement, encouraging pupils to think critically and express themselves creatively. Demonstrate Knowledge: Empower your students to demonstrate their grasp of Christian teachings in a memorable way. By crafting witty “roasts” for various characters on Judgement Day, they’ll showcase their understanding of complex theological concepts with a fun twist. Collaborative Learning: Encourage teamwork and cooperation among your pupils. “Judgement Day Roasts” is designed to be a group activity, promoting peer-to-peer learning and enhancing communication skills. 4.Engagement and Enthusiasm: Boost classroom enthusiasm with a fun and thought-provoking task. Teahcer Instructions Students work in teams to create a Judgement Day roast delivered to the character they have been assigned. They should follow the success criteria and use the example on the front page as a model. There are a selection of ‘good’ and ‘bad’ characters to enable students to cover the full breadth of Christian teachings. Pupils can perform their roasts to the class once they have finished.

Make revision fun and engaging with this “What Am I?” Revision Game, specifically designed for GCSE Religious Studies (AQA spec) on Islam and Christianity. This interactive game is an excellent way to boost knowledge and reinforce understanding of key religious concepts through gamified learning! What’s Included: 54 high-quality “What Am I?” cards, each with 5 clues covering essential topics from Christianity and Islam. Scoring system: Encourage competition and reward quick thinking! Guess on the first clue? Score 5 points! Second clue? Score 4 points – and so on down to 1 point for guessing on the final clue. Easy-to-follow instructions are included, so you can jump straight into play. Printable and laminatable cards for durability and reusability. How It Works: Read the clues aloud one by one. Players try to guess the answer using as few clues as possible, racking up points with each correct answer. Perfect for individual study, group work, or whole-class activities – ideal for retrieval practice and revision! This resource makes learning engaging and interactive, providing a fantastic way to ensure students retain key information and build confidence in their GCSE RS knowledge.

Make memorising sacred writings engaging and effective with this unique chanting practice resource! Perfect for GCSE Religious Studies (AQA) Paper 1 and Paper 2, this comprehensive PowerPoint contains 11 sets of quotes (10 quotes per set) drawn from the Bible, Hadith, and Qur’an. Each set is carefully linked to the key themes in Christianity and Islam for Paper 1, as well as crucial themes from Paper 2, including Peace and Conflict, Social Justice and Human Rights, Crime and Punishment, and Relationships and Families. What’s Included: 11 Quote Sets: Each set features 10 quotes tailored to the key beliefs, teachings, and themes required for AQA RS exams. Fully Editable PowerPoint: Customise this resource to fit your classroom needs. Introduction to Chanting: Provides a step-by-step guide on how to lead a chanting session, why it works, and how it benefits students. Why Use Chanting? Chanting is a powerful tool for embedding sacred texts in students’ memory. Through rhythmic and repetitive recitation, chanting makes the language of sacred writings more accessible and memorable, helping students overcome the challenge of retaining exact wording. Chanting sessions can be used as lively starters or reflective plenaries, creating an immersive learning experience that combines focus, rhythm, and repetition to boost recall and understanding. Transform how your students interact with sacred texts, helping them develop the confidence and fluency to use these quotes effectively in their exams. This resource brings together key beliefs and teachings in a fun, engaging way that deepens comprehension and makes revision enjoyable!

An engaging retrieval activity for AQA GCSE Religious Studies Odd One Out Activity! Designed specifically for pupils studying Islam and Christianity, this resource is a dynamic and versatile addition to your classroom toolkit. There are four activity sheets on all the paper one topics: • Christianity Beliefs and Teachings • Christianity Practices • Islam Beliefs and Teachings • Islam Practices Key Features: Focused Retrieval Practice: Elevate your classroom engagement with a stimulating Odd One Out activity that challenges students to discern the unique term among a set of four key words. This retrieval practice serves as an excellent starter or plenary, fostering active participation and reinforcing essential concepts. Tier Three Vocabulary Enhancement: Aids pupils in using and remembering key vocabulary and subject specific terminology Literacy Skills Development: Hones literacy skills by deciphering meanings, making connections, and effectively expressing their understanding. Adaptable Learning Tool: Whether you need a quick retrieval exercise, an engaging starter, or a thought-provoking plenary, this resource is incredibly versatile. I have includes an editable PPT version if you would like to adapt or make some of your own. Promotes Critical Thinking: Encourage critical thinking as students analyse and justify their choices during the Odd One Out task. Follow-Up Categorisation Task: Extend the learning journey with a follow-up categorisation task. Students consolidate their understanding by organizing all the words from the initial activity, reinforcing connections between concepts and enhancing their cognitive retention.

Boost your GCSE RS students’ understanding and retention of key content with these Learn Now Starter Quizzes for AQA Islam and Christianity. This set of 11 quizzes is designed to support effective revision and long-term learning through evidence-based spacing and retrieval strategies. By focusing on memorisation, repetition, and low-stakes practice, these quizzes are ideal for mastering key vocabulary, sacred texts, and exam-style questions. Each quiz includes: One 2-mark exam-style question to practise structured responses. Five “Define Key Words” questions to solidify essential vocabulary. One “Belief and Teaching” question that draws from sacred writings, encouraging deeper reflection and application. Crafted to align with the AQA specification, these quizzes offer a balanced mix of Islam and Christianity content, helping students interleave topics for broader understanding. Regular, low-stakes quizzing is proven to reduce anxiety, enhance retention, and encourage a growth mindset. Teachers can use these quizzes cyclically throughout the year to build familiarity with the material, reinforce key ideas, and create valuable moments for peer marking and feedback. Key Benefits: Low-Stakes Quizzing: Reduces stress while promoting active learning. Spacing & Interleaving: Reinforces knowledge over time, helping students make connections between topics. Content Repetition: Increases retention of key terms, quotes, and beliefs from sacred texts. Exam Practice: Builds confidence with AQA exam-style questions and format. Equip your students for success in GCSE RS with these engaging, structured quizzes perfect for starters, plenaries, or weekly review sessions. Make revision more effective and enjoyable with Learn Now Starter Quizzes!

Help students develop strong, evaluative extended responses with the Explode the Argument writing method! Designed for Religious Studies but easily adaptable for English, History, Geography, and other subjects, this resource provides a structured approach to breaking down and expanding arguments—perfect for GCSE and KS3 students tackling 12-mark questions and extended writing tasks. What’s Included? -Printable PDF & Editable PowerPoint – Includes a blank template and a worked example for reference. -Structured Writing Frame – Guides students to extend their arguments with key prompts: • What evidence supports this? • What sacred writing or key texts reinforce this? • How does this prove or disprove the statement? Adaptable for Multiple Subjects – Easily modify the PowerPoint version to suit English, History, Geography, or any evaluative subject. Perfect for GCSE & KS3 – Helps students improve critical thinking, analysis, and essay structure. Benefits of Explode the Argument: • Strengthens Evaluative Writing – Encourages students to fully develop their points with detailed explanations and evidence. • Boosts Exam Success – Ideal for students preparing for 12-mark GCSE questions and essay-based assessments. • Encourages Depth of Thought – Helps pupils think critically and expand their reasoning with structured prompts. • Easy to Use & Adaptable – No prep required—just print or edit and go! A must-have resource for RS, English, History, and Geography teachers, this writing framework ensures students write well-structured, fully developed responses. Download now and help them master evaluative writing!

Start the academic year with confidence using this Year 7 Religious Studies Baseline Assessment. Designed to be completed in 20-30 minutes, this assessment helps teachers gauge pupils’ religious literacy, prior knowledge, and key RS skills as they transition from primary school. With varying levels of RS provision in primary education, this baseline test provides a clear insight into students’ starting points, allowing for more tailored planning and support. Key Features: Covers the 6 Major World Religions – Assesses basic knowledge of Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism. 4 Targeted Sections – Includes fact-based knowledge and key RS skills, such as: • Explaining religious concepts in detail. • Using sacred writings to support answers. • Forming balanced arguments on religious statements. • Quick & Easy to Administer – Designed for efficient assessment in 20-30 minutes. • Identifies Gaps in Knowledge – Helps teachers understand students’ strengths and areas for development. • Perfect for Setting a Benchmark – Ensures teachers can adapt lessons to suit mixed prior knowledge levels. Why Use a Baseline Assessment? • Helps Plan Differentiated Lessons – Understand where pupils are starting to ensure effective teaching. • Assesses Key RS Skills – Not just knowledge, but the ability to explain, evaluate, and use religious teachings. • Quick & Insightful – Gain valuable insight into your new Year 7 pupils without taking up too much lesson time. • Supports Long-Term Progress – Establish a foundation for tracking improvement throughout KS3. An essential tool for any Year 7 RS teacher, this Baseline Assessment helps ensure pupils get the right level of challenge and support from day one. Download now and set your students up for success!

Struggling to close the gap for students who need it most? The Target 5 Intervention Plan is a simple, structured strategy designed to provide focused, data-driven support for the five students furthest from their GCSE target grades. This fully editable template allows you to track progress, plan interventions, and personalise support with ease. What’s Included? • Editable Target 5 Plan Template – Customise for any class or subject. • Mocked-Up Example – A ready-made reference to help you implement the strategy effectively. • Clear & Structured Layout – Helps identify key focus areas for intervention. Why Use Target 5? • Data-Driven Approach – Pinpoint students in need and plan targeted support. • Easy to Adapt – Suitable for all subjects and GCSE exam boards. • Boosts Progress & Confidence – Ensures struggling students get the help they need. Perfect for teachers, heads of department, and intervention leads, this resource helps turn classroom data into meaningful action. Download it now for a ready-to-use intervention strategy that makes a real impact!

Master GCSE AQA RS: Islam Beliefs & Teachings with These High-Quality Revision Cards! Prepare effectively for GCSE AQA Religious Studies Paper 1 with this comprehensive set of 13 Islam Beliefs & Teachings revision cards. Covering all key topics, these cards provide clear explanations, key beliefs, sacred teachings, and exam-style questions to help students revise efficiently and improve exam performance. What’s Included? 13 Revision Cards covering all essential Islam Beliefs & Teachings topics: The 6 Articles of Faith (Sunni Islam) The 5 Roots of Usul ad-Din (Shi’a Islam) The Sunni-Shi’a Split The Nature of Allah Tawhid (Oneness of God) Angels (Malaikah) Predestination (Al-Qadr) Akhirah (Life After Death) Prophets (Risalah) Muhammad Holy Books The Qur’an Imamate Each Card Includes: • Clear and concise explanations of key beliefs and teachings • Quotes from the Qur’an and Hadith to support understanding • Exam-style questions (2, 4, 5 & 12 marks) to practise essential skills Why Choose These Revision Cards? ✔ Designed for GCSE AQA Religious Studies – Covers all Islam Beliefs & Teachings topics in line with the specification ✔ Perfect for independent revision, retrieval practice, and home learning ✔ Boosts confidence for exams – Helps students understand key beliefs and apply them to exam questions ✔ Concise and easy to use – Making revision structured and effective Check out my shop for more GCSE AQA RS revision resources! I also offer revision cards for other Paper 1 topics, including Christianity Beliefs & Teachings and Christianity Practices. Download now and help your students feel confident and prepared for their exams!

Ensure students focus their note-taking and revision on exactly what they need for the AQA GCSE Religious Studies exam with this Key Exam Points Worksheet Pack. Covering all Paper 2 themes plus Christianity and Islam (Beliefs, Teachings & Practices) from Paper 1, this structured resource helps students master the key question types and assessment areas. What’s Included? -Worksheets for Every Topic – Covers all Paper 2 themes plus Christianity & Islam (Paper 1). -Key Exam Question Breakdown – Focuses on all AQA question styles, including: • Give two… • Explain two beliefs/teachings about… • Give two similar/contrasting views on… • Explain two contrasting ways… • 12-mark evaluative questions -Teacher’s Guide & Worked Example – Provides clear instructions and reference material. -Flexible Use – Ideal for classwork, revision, home learning, or extension activities. Why Use the Key Exam Points Worksheets? • Ensures Focused Revision – Guides students to revise exactly what the exam requires. • Improves Exam Technique – Helps pupils structure answers and understand question demands. • Supports Differentiation – Can be completed during lessons, as revision, or for independent study. • Saves Teacher Planning Time – A ready-to-use resource for exam preparation. Perfect for GCSE Religious Studies teachers and students, this exam-focused worksheet pack ensures thorough preparation and structured revision for the AQA RS exam. Download now and help students achieve their best!

Make GCSE Religious Studies revision more engaging and organised with this fun, visual revision tracker. Designed for AQA Paper 1 (Islam and Christianity), this free resource helps students track their progress in a simple and effective way. How It Works This revision tracker is designed as a bookshelf, with each book representing a key topic from the Islam and Christianity sections of the AQA GCSE Religious Studies course. As students revise each topic, they shade in the corresponding book, creating a clear, visual record of their progress. Why This Tracker Works • Encourages independent learning – students take ownership of their revision. • Clear and structured – breaks down revision into manageable topics. • Visually engaging – makes revision less overwhelming and more rewarding. • Boosts motivation – seeing progress helps students stay on track and focused. What’s Included? • A printable bookshelf tracker featuring all key topics from AQA Paper 1: Islam and Christianity. • Simple, student-friendly format – easy to use for homework, self-study, or revision planning. • Perfect for all abilities – adaptable for students who prefer a structured approach to revision. Perfect For: • AQA GCSE Religious Studies (Paper 1: Islam & Christianity) • Helping students plan and track their revision • Encouraging a fun and interactive approach to revision • Teachers looking for a simple but effective revision tool to share with students This free resource is a great way to engage students with their revision while helping them stay organised. Download now and start tracking progress with a fun, visual approach to exam preparation.

The Cornell Note-Taking Exemplar is the perfect tool for GCSE Religious Studies students and teachers looking to introduce a structured approach to note-taking. Designed specifically for GCSE students, this exemplar helps organise key content, including essential quotes from sacred texts, keywords, and summary points, making it easier to revise and retain crucial information. Key Features: • Structured Layout: Divides notes into three sections – keywords, notes, and summaries – to help students organise information clearly. • Tailored for GCSE RS: Includes spaces for key religious quotes from the Bible, Qur’an, and Hadith, as well as key concepts and teachings. • Easy to Use: A simple, effective method that helps students capture and review key content for exams. • Improves Retention: Encourages regular review, strengthening long-term memory and recall during revision. Benefits: • Clear, Organised Notes: Helps students quickly find important information, improving exam preparation. • Active Learning: Promotes summarisation and review, reinforcing key concepts and quotes. • Ideal for Exam Success: Students can easily review key points and quotes, ensuring they’re well-prepared for their GCSE exams. Make note-taking and revision easier with the Cornell Note-Taking Exemplar – a must-have for GCSE Religious Studies students looking to organise their studies and ace their exams.