NSW public schools offer special religious education and special education in ethics, delivered by approved providers wherever available.
Currently at Arncliffe West Infants School, we are able to offer special religious education (scripture) on a Thursday morning from 9.30-10am in:
Catholic - option for all students K-2
Provider: Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney
Curriculum Link: https://ccd.sydneycatholic.org/publications/curriculum-resources/
Description: Lessons include activities that are fun and inclusive for students, whilst also providing them the opportunity to critically explore in depth their faith and to pray and reflect.
Islamic - option for all students K-2
Provider: Al-Jaafaria Society
Curriculum Link: https://www.shiascripture.org.au/shia-islamic-sre-curriculum-overview/
Description: Students gain knowledge of Islamic principles, values and life skills. Students are supported and nurtured to develop a positive sense of their identity as Muslims, and are guided towards becoming model members of their communities.
Alternative Meaningful Activities
Students not attending special religious education will be located in a separate space and will participate in alternative meaningful activities. This could include reading or completing homework.
There are no special education in ethics approved providers available at this school.
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.