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A broad and balanced teaching of religious education in schools is essential for promoting understanding, tolerance, and respect for diverse beliefs and cultures. By offering children the opportunity to learn about a world religions, including Christianity, Islam, Hinduism and Judaism, schools can help foster a more inclusive and harmonious society, can develop a deeper appreciation for the beliefs and practices of others, as well as gain valuable insights into the common values that underpin many religions, such as compassion, kindness, and social justice.
Furthermore, a comprehensive religious education curriculum can equip children with the knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary to navigate an increasingly multicultural and globalized world with empathy and open-mindedness. Ultimately, by providing a broad and balanced teaching of religious education, schools play a crucial role in shaping well-rounded individuals who are respectful of diverse perspectives and committed to building a more peaceful and interconnected society.
Parent’s do however, have the right to withdraw their children from Religious Education (the right of withdrawal does not extend to other areas of the curriculum). The use of the right to withdraw should be at the instigation of parents, and it should be made clear whether it is from the whole of the subject or specific parts of it. No reasons need be given. Parents have the right to choose whether or not to withdraw their child from RE without influence from the school, although a school should ensure parents or carers are informed of this right and are aware of the educational objectives and content of the RE syllabus. In this way, parents can make an informed decision. Where parents have requested that their child is withdrawn, their right must be respected, and where RE is integrated in the curriculum, the school will need to discuss the arrangements with the parents or carers to explore how the child’s withdrawal can be best accommodated. If pupils are withdrawn from RE, schools have a duty to supervise them, though not to provide additional teaching or to incur extra cost. Pupils will usually remain on school premises.