Religious Education (RE) is an important part of our broad and balanced curriculum. It helps students understand different beliefs, values and world views, and contributes to their spiritual, moral, social and cultural development.

However, under the School Standards and Framework Act, parents and carers have the legal right to withdraw their child from all or part of Religious Education, should they wish.

Considering withdrawal

Before making a request, we encourage parents to contact the school. A brief conversation can help clarify the aims of our RE curriculum and how it is taught. Schools are permitted to ask about the reason for withdrawal but cannot require an explanation, and parents may withdraw from specific parts or the whole curriculum.

How to make a request

To withdraw your child from RE, please:

1. Submit your request in writing for the attention of  email: admin@stjosephs255.herts.sch.uk
2. Indicate whether your request concerns all RE lessons or a specific part of the curriculum.