Special religious education

Research has shown that SRE (Special Religious Education or ‘Scripture’) contributes to students’ holistic education as it nurtures their spiritual wellbeing. SRE at Nowra Public School is delivered on Fridays.

Religion and Ethics

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

The following SRE classes are offered at Nowra Public School:

Catholic SRE (Kindergarten – Year 2)

Catholic SRE is provided by the Catholic Diocese of Wollongong. Catholic SRE teachers (also known as Catechists) are authorised by St Michael's Catholic Parish Nowra and trained by the Catholic Diocese of Wollongong.

The Catholic SRE curriculum, 'Christ our Light and Life', is approved by the Bishop of the Diocese of Wollongong. Lessons include activities that are fun and inclusive for students, whilst also providing them the opportunity to explore the teachings of Jesus and the Church. For more information about Catholic SRE visit ccdwollongong.com.

Combined Christian SRE (All stages)

Combined Christian SRE is education in Christian beliefs and practices for children of families from various Christian denominations and churches. Combined Christian SRE teachers at this school are authorised and trained by the following approved SRE provider: Anglican Diocese of Sydney.

The SRE curriculum used in this school is produced by Christian Education Publications and is approved by each SRE provider. The curriculum explores the good news about Jesus Christ found in the Bible and the depth of God’s love for people. Each lesson has been developed to be taught in an age-appropriate manner. Lessons include activities which make the lessons fun and inclusive for children and young people, and also give them the opportunity to critically explore values and deepen their faith, pray, and reflect. For more information about the Combined Christian SRE visit whysre.com.au.