The Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education (SACRE) is scheduled to meet on Thursday 18 June 2026. The meeting's agenda includes discussions on interfaith initiatives, national updates on religious education, and data from the National Association of Teachers of Religious Education (NATRE).

Interfaith Week and Other Projects

A key item on the agenda is the discussion of ideas for Interfaith Week and any other related projects. This follows on from previous discussions about collaboration with the Richmond Faith and Belief Forum to explore how Religious Education can better involve young people in environmental issues. The report pack notes that climate change was being taken forward in schools as a cross cutting subject and that UCL was providing training for teachers on incorporating this across subjects.

NATRE Workforce Data

The council will consider data from the National Association of Teachers of Religious Education (NATRE). This data pertains to the hours dedicated to Religious Education (RE) within schools. Previous NATRE surveys have highlighted gaps in RE time and training and have been used to influence national decisions regarding the curriculum, training, and support for the subject.

National and Local Updates

Attendees will receive updates from the National Association of SACREs (NASACRE) and RE Today. These updates are expected to cover national policy developments and local initiatives. A recent policy paper from the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government, Protecting What Matters: Towards a more confident, cohesive, and resilient United Kingdom , is mentioned, which aims to strengthen social cohesion and resilience. The paper acknowledges the role of RE in helping young people understand shared values and the role of SACREs in celebrating faith and belief communities.

Faith Direct Day

A verbal update is scheduled regarding plans for Faith Direct Day. This event aims to bring together different faith communities. The previous meeting's minutes indicate a need for volunteers for this event, with offers of assistance being passed on to the organiser, Liberty Sandeman.

Previous Minutes and Matters Arising

The council will review and potentially approve the minutes from the previous SACRE meeting held on 19 March 2026. Matters arising from those minutes will also be discussed. The previous meeting's minutes noted that the meeting was not quorate, meaning no formal decisions could be made, but discussions did take place on various items.

The meeting is scheduled to take place at York House, Twickenham TW1 3AA.