RE
Schools have to teach RE but parents can withdraw their children for all or part of the lessons.
Walsall's agreed syllabus - SACRE
Curriculum Overview
Right of withdrawal
This was first granted in 1944 when RE was actually religious instruction and carried with it connotations of induction into the Christian faith. RE is very different now – open, broad, exploring a range of religious and non-religious worldviews. However, in the UK, parents still have the right to withdraw their children from RE lessons and assemblies on the grounds that they wish to provide their own religious education. (School Standards and Framework Act 1998 S71 (3). This will be the parents’ responsibility. However, it is good practice to talk to parents to ensure that they understand the aims and value of RE before honouring this right.
If you want to withdraw your child from RE lessons and assemblies we would encourage you to contact the Headteacher to discuss the matter and to negotiate alternative arrangements.
Recent celebrations
'On Friday 23rd October, we celebrated Harvest at our Harvest Festival assembly. We wish to thank all our families for their generous donations and we are pleased to share that your contributions will be sent to the Elim Church Foodbank and distributed to those in need within our local community. During the assembly, the theme of sharing was beautifully revisited, reminding us to thank God for the food we have and to embrace an attitude of gratitude. A special thanks to our marvellous House Captains, who scripted and led the assembly, inspiring us all to come together for this important cause. Your support truly makes a difference!'