A feature of the public education system in NSW is the opportunity to provide time in class for education in ethics, faith and morality from a religious perspective at the choice of parents/carers.

At Callaghan College Waratah, we offer the option of Special Religious Education (SRE) in the beliefs and practices of the Christian faith. This is an optional program of study that runs for an hour each fortnight. It is facilitated by the SRE Waratah High Board run by combined churches in the Callaghan Education Pathways local area. The approved curriculum is called Think Faith (Stage 4-5).

The approved providers in the combined arrangement are:

If you do not wish for your child to attend this SRE program, the school will provide your child with alternative meaningful activities.

Parent/carers may notify the school in writing if you wish to change your SRE decision. Students will continue the same arrangement as the previous year, unless you request a change in writing.

For more information about Special Religious Education (SRE) and Special Education in Ethics (SEE), including the list of approved providers, please visit: https://education.nsw.gov.au/teaching-and-learning/curriculum/learning-across-the-curriculum/religion-and-ethics

If your preferred SRE or SEE option is not available, please contact the approved provider.

Special Religious Education (SRE) Participation

Callaghan College Waratah Campus