Parents and carers in public schools have the right to have their child receive instruction in their preferred religious persuasion, where authorised teachers of that persuasion are available.
A Special Religious Education (SRE) program is available at Tolland Public School and is run by authorised volunteers from the Catholic Schools Office. Alternatively, parents may choose for their child not to attend SRE classes.
On enrolment, a selection to be involved can be made. These selections remain in place unless a parent / caregiver has requested a change. If at any time you wish to change your preferences, please contact the office and complete the form and return to your child's class teacher so that student records can be updated.
At Tolland Public School, the SRE program is delivered on Thursdays from 1.00-1.30pm for K-6 students.
During the time that SRE classes are being held, there will be no academic instruction delivered or formal school activities. Children will therefore not be missing any class work by attending SRE classes. Students attending non-SRE classes will participate in meaningful activities such as reading, private study or completing their own work or homelearning.