Religious Observance
Religious Observance

National documents

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Review Group Report

This review of religious observance will assist schools to promote the spiritual development of young people in line with the National Priorities, which support the development and education of the whole person.

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Religious Observance Review Group Consultation

This document outlines the consultation exercise which reviewed current guidance on arrangements for religious observance in schools and to made recommendations in order that guidance to schools be relevant and appropriate for both students and staff.

Circular 1/2005

This circular replaces the arrangements for religious observance set out in Circular 6/91 and applies to all primary and secondary schools, including special schools.

Circular 6/1991

This circular describes and explains the Secretary of State's policy on the teaching of religious education and the provision of religious observance in primary and secondary schools.