Curriculum & inclusion
Our Curriculum and inclusion team provides support to dioceses, MATs and schools across a broad range of topics. We have a specific remit to set expectations for Church of England schools around religious education and collective worship. We also engage with government policy on RSHE, SEND and inclusion. We provide racial justice and EDIJ resources and training in response to ‘From Lament to Action’, anti-bullying guidance and lead on safeguarding for the NSE.
Religious education
In Church of England schools, where pupils and staff hold many different religious and non-religious worldviews, religious education is a highly valued academic subject. It develops understanding of the way religion and belief shape how we live today.
Central to RE in Church schools is the teaching of Christianity; pupils also learn about a range of faiths and worldviews. All Church schools are expected to follow the Church of England Statement of Entitlement.
Collective worship
In Church of England schools, collective worship reflects the traditions of the Church of England and contributes to the flourishing of children and adults. Collective worship is the unique heartbeat of a Church school and is offered as part of a wider opportunity for pupils and adults to encounter faith by engaging in conversations about God, both as individuals and together.
Racial Justice & EDIJ
We are committed to delivering on the recommendations of ‘From Lament to Action’ for education, in recognition of the urgent and vital work that needs to take place in addressing issues of racial justice.
Flourishing for all
‘Flourishing for all’ sets out our commitment to enabling Church of England schools to prevent and tackle bullying in all its forms. Learn more about this suite of resources, being developed throughout 2024–25.