NSW public schools offer special religious education and special education in ethics, delivered by approved providers wherever available.
Approved Providers:
- Catholic Diocese of Broken Bay
- Anglican Diocese of Sydney
- NSW Board of Jewish Education
- Buddhist Council of NSW
- Baha'i Council for South Eastern Australia
During enrolment, you can choose a special religious education option for your child from the school’s available approved providers. You can withdraw your child from special religious education by selecting alternative meaningful activities, or special education in ethics if it’s available.
You can update your preference by writing to the school or through the online form available at participating schools.
Visit the department’s website for more information about religion and ethics.