Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education (SACRE)

There is no summary of this meeting yet. One is written once the council publishes the minutes. The agenda and papers are below.

1. 1

   Welcome & Apologies

   Minute

   The Chair welcomed everyone to the meeting, and the following apologies for absence were reported:- Councillor T. Smith Luisa Munro-Morris John Meredith Kelly McKay

2. 2

   Minutes of Previous Meeting and Matters Arising

   Minute

   The meeting held on 9th November, 2022 was inquorate, and the meeting proceeded on an informal basis. The notes of the meeting held on 9th November, 2022 were noted.

   Papers: SACRE2211M Informal Notes 9th Nov 22
3. 3

   Membership Update

   Minute

   The Advisor informed an expression of interest had been received from a faith representative, and work was also being done to recruit additional teacher representatives.

4. 4

   SACRE Professional Learning

   Minute

   The Advisor gave a presentation ‘Curriculum for Wales 2022’ with particular emphasis on the RE element, and the role of SACRE, i.e. to advise the LA on matters related to RE and collective worship in schools. A discussion ensued when a member referred to membership on the forum, and said it would be beneficial to have a list of SACRE members including a pen portrait of each member. Action: Sacre Clerk

5. 5

   EAS RVE Partner Update

   Minute

   The Advisor provided and update on the following: · WG RVE Resources · HMD 2023 (Schools and LA to share information) · Collective Worship survey for schools · Estyn Update – the Advisor reported that the RE element of the Estyn Inspection of Coed-y-Garn Primary was extremely positive, and it was agreed that a letter of congratulations be sent to the School on behalf of SACRE. Action: Sacre Clerk

6. 6

   WASACRE Business

   Minute

   10th May, 2023 11.00 am at St. Mary’s Church in Wales Primary School. A discussion ensued regarding training requirements, and it was suggested that consideration be given to the Census results for Blaenau Gwent.

   Papers: Cyfarfod Cymdeithas CCYSAGau Cymru, Wales Association of SACREs meeting, EXEC MEMBERS LIST 2022. 2023, (c) WASACRE Nominations letter 13-2-23 (1), WASACRE Nominations letter 13-2-23 (1), WASACRE letter to SACRE 31.01.23 (1), Enwebiadau ar gyfer Pwyllgor Gwaith CCYSAGauC, Llythyr CCYSAGauC i GYSAG 31.01.23 (1)

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• Sue Edmunds, Committee MemberLabourPresent
• Tommy Smith, Committee MemberLabourSent apologies

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