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AGREED to: (i) retain the existing syllabus until 2027; (ii) collate and host resources for teaching the current syllabus in a single central online location for teachers, to reduce the need for individuals to create their own materials. It was noted, however, that some teachers were reluctant to share their work due to concerns about the quality and potential criticism; (iii) promote the profile of this work to support teachers and raise awareness of the existence and statutory role of SACRE.
AGREED to note the updates provided. Members requested that information be shared with parents/guardians regarding the guidance on withdrawing their child from RE lessons, as teachers reported that several parents/guardians had been challenging and hostile on this issue. It was confirmed that this information would be circulated accordingly to all schools. It was also AGREED that WASACRE would be contacted to confirm which awarding bodies had already contacted WASACRE for their views on the skills suite specifications.
AGREED to note the updates provided. Members requested that information be shared with parents/guardians regarding the guidance on withdrawing their child from RE lessons, as teachers reported that several parents/guardians had been challenging and hostile on this issue. It was confirmed that this information would be circulated accordingly to all schools. It was also AGREED that WASACRE would be contacted to confirm which awarding bodies had already contacted WASACRE for their views on the skills suite specifications.
The Chair welcomed all to the meeting and in particular Mrs Lynwen Evans to her first meeting. She would be representing the primary sector.
The Meeting commenced with Rev Ioan leading the Committee in prayer.
Prof Densil Morgan, Rev Mark Ansell and Lyndon Lloyd MBE apologised for their inability to attend the meeting.
It was AGREED to confirm as a true record the Minutes of the Meeting of the Standing Advisory Council held on 08 July 2025.
The School Support Advisor updated Members as follows: - · A representative from NASUWT would be sought following the resignation of Joyce Howells · Anna Uruska would send the Associate Advisor contact details for a representative from the Orthodox Church · The Associate Advisor would contact again Medi James to ascertain if she wished to represent the Quakers on the Committee · It was suggested that Mr Cliff Williams from the Llanarth area could possibly represent the Presbyterian Church of Wales
Decision as recorded
AGREED to: (i) retain the existing syllabus until 2027; (ii) collate and host resources for teaching the current syllabus in a single central online location for teachers, to reduce the need for individuals to create their own materials. It was noted, however, that some teachers were reluctant to share their work due to concerns about the quality and potential criticism; (iii) promote the profile of this work to support teachers and raise awareness of the existence and statutory role of SACRE.
It was noted that the following had been received by Members prior to the meeting:- • Minutes of the meeting with teachers – 26 September 2025 • WASACRE annual report and treasurer’s report. The School Support Officer stated that following the meeting in the 26 September 2025 she had contacted WASACRE to enquire if it would be possible for the Committee to review their locally agreed syllabus ahead of the 5-year review period. An email was received the 20 of October from Alice Parry and Libby Jones, Secretary and Assistant Secretary of WASACRE. It was therefore necessary to discuss and agree if Members agreed to retain the current syllabus and that direct resources/support separately were provided to Schools. She stated that she had already started to prepare one resource and had shared the document with the teachers who attended the meeting on 26 September 2025 to receive their feedback and to request for any additions that may be missing from the list of resources. Following discussion, it was AGREED to: (i) retain the existing syllabus until 2027; (ii) collate and host resources for teaching the current syllabus in a single central online location for teachers, to reduce the need for individuals to create their own materials. It was noted, however, that some teachers were reluctant to share their work due to concerns about the quality and potential criticism; (iii) promote the profile of this work to support teachers and raise awareness of the existence and statutory role of SACRE.
Decision as recorded
AGREED to note the updates provided. Members requested that information be shared with parents/guardians regarding the guidance on withdrawing their child from RE lessons, as teachers reported that several parents/guardians had been challenging and hostile on this issue. It was confirmed that this information would be circulated accordingly to all schools. It was also AGREED that WASACRE would be contacted to confirm which awarding bodies had already contacted WASACRE for their views on the skills suite specifications.
It was AGREED to note the updates provided. Members requested that information be shared with parents/guardians regarding the guidance on withdrawing their child from RE lessons, as teachers reported that several parents/guardians had been challenging and hostile on this issue. It was confirmed that this information would be circulated accordingly to all schools. It was also AGREED that WASACRE would be contacted to confirm which awarding bodies had already contacted WASACRE for their views on the skills suite specifications.
Decision as recorded
AGREED to note the updates provided. Members requested that information be shared with parents/guardians regarding the guidance on withdrawing their child from RE lessons, as teachers reported that several parents/guardians had been challenging and hostile on this issue. It was confirmed that this information would be circulated accordingly to all schools. It was also AGREED that WASACRE would be contacted to confirm which awarding bodies had already contacted WASACRE for their views on the skills suite specifications.
It was AGREED to note the updates provided. Members requested that information be shared with parents/guardians regarding the guidance on withdrawing their child from RE lessons, as teachers reported that several parents/guardians had been challenging and hostile on this issue. It was confirmed that this information would be circulated accordingly to all schools. It was also AGREED that WASACRE would be contacted to confirm which awarding bodies had already contacted WASACRE for their views on the skills suite specifications.
Schools to share good RVE practice as previously agreed by Committee.
None, It was agreed that the next meeting would be held on Friday, 06 March 2026 at 930am
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