What we offer

A feature of the public education system in NSW is the opportunity to provide time in class for education in ethics, faith and morality from a religious or non-religious perspective at the choice of parents. Special Religious Education (SRE) is education in the beliefs and practices of an approved religious persuasion by authorized representatives of that persuasion. SRE was previously known as ‘scripture’.

At Clarence Town Public School, SRE is delivered on Wednesdays.

On enrolment parents/carers will be given the SRE and SEE participation letter to complete and return. After the initial enrolment, notification of changes to a child's enrolment in SRE/SEE should be given to the school office, in writing. 

Christian SRE is provided by SRE teachers from different Christian denominations and churches. The approved provider in this combined arrangement is Presbyterian Church of Australia (NSW). All Christian SRE teachers are authorised and trained by an approved provider. 

The Christian SRE curriculum is authorised by Presbyterian Church of Australia (NSW). 

Teachers use an approved curriculum called Godspace (Godspace.org.au) to teach the children about the Bible. Approved curriculum can be found here. If you would like to know more about what is taught in SRE, please visit christiansre.com.au.

At Clarence Town Public School, SEE is delivered on Wednesdays at the same time as SRE.

On enrolment parents/carers will be given the SRE and SEE participation letter to complete and return. After the initial enrolment, notification of changes to a child's enrolment in SRE/SEE should be given to the school office, in writing. 

SEE classes support children to develop a life-long capacity for making well-reasoned decisions about ethical issues. Through balanced argument students learn to disagree respectfully, to challenge ideas and to support their arguments with considered evidence.

Our volunteer SEE teacher uses lesson materials which present a range of stories, scenarios and questions to generate discussion. SEE teachers are trained to impartially facilitate student discussions, helping students develop their critical thinking and collaborative inquiry skills. SEE teachers support student learning by: 

showing genuine curiosity and interest in the questions being discussed 

staying neutral 

creating space for students to think, share ideas, give reasons and ensuring respectful discussion. 

SEE is provided by Primary Ethics. To find out more information about the program please contact the school. 

During the time that SRE/SEE classes are being held, students not attending will be located in a separate space and will participate in meaningful activities.