NSW public schools offer special religious education and special education in ethics, delivered by approved providers wherever available.
Special Religious Education Offerings at NKPS
1) Anglican Christian SRE is provided by Anglican teachers who are authorised and trained by the Anglican Diocese of Sydney, who are an approved SRE provider. Teachers provide education in Christian beliefs and practices for children in years K-6. The SRE curriculum used in this school is produced by Christian Education Publications and is approved by the SRE provider. The curriculum explores the good news about Jesus Christ found in the Bible and the depth of God’s love for people. Each lesson has been developed to be taught in an age-appropriate manner. Lessons include activities which make the lessons fun and inclusive for children and young people, and also give them the opportunity to critically explore and deepen their faith, pray, and reflect. Research has shown that SRE contributes to students’ wholistic education as it nurtures their spiritual wellbeing. For more information about the SRE curriculum used in this school visit whysre.com.au.
2) Catholic SRE is provided by the Diocese of Parramatta. More information about Catholic SRE, including the authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit the Diocese of Parramatta website.
3) Islamic SRE - more information to come
4) Hindu SRE - no provider yet - please contact the school if you are able to help
5) Sikh SRE is provided by The Australian Sikh Association Limited. More information about SIKH SRE, including the authorised curriculum scope and sequence, please visit the Australian Sikh Association website .
Special Education in Ethics
New South Wales schools open their doors for local religious organisations to conduct Special Religious Education (SRE) on a regular basis. At the same time Primary Ethics is offered as an alternative. While SRE is contingent upon religious groups providing volunteers, Primary Ethics is contingent upon trained parent volunteers and coordination from a Primary Ethics Coordinator who is also a parent. Please communicate with the school if you are able to assist in the delivery of a Primary Ethics program.
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During enrolment, you can choose a special religious education option for your child from the school’s available approved providers. You can withdraw your child from special religious education by selecting alternative meaningful activities, or special education in ethics if it’s available.
You can update your preference by writing to the school or through the online form available at participating schools.
Visit the department’s website for more information about religion and ethics.