Queensland state schools are required to make available religious instruction for students, where we have volunteers available to provide approved programs. This is in accordance with Chapter 5 of the Education (General Provisions) Act 2006 and Part 5 of the Education (General Provisions) Regulations 2006 by making available up to one hour per week for the provision of religious instruction to students (except Prep students) who are members of a faith group that has approval to deliver religious instruction at the school.
RI informs students about the beliefs and values of a particular religion. It is delivered by volunteers of a faith group using instructional materials approved by that faith group. All instructors must hold a blue card and participate in compulsory Student Protection and Code of Conduct training.
You may wish to access the Department's RI policy statement available at: http://www.education.qld.gov.au/parents-and-carers/school-information/school-operations/policy-statement
This year, the following RI lessons will be offered at RSS:
Year 1 and 2 - Friday 12:30pm-1:00pm
Years 3 and 4 - Wednesday 2.20-2.50pm
Years 5 and 6 - Friday 11:30am – 12:00pm
Please view information around Religious Instruction in Queensland state schools.