The Agreed Syllabus Conference '25 of Lewisham Council met on Thursday 10 September 2026 to discuss updates to the Agreed Syllabus for Religious Education. The conference was scheduled to review national issues affecting education and analyse the needs for updating the current syllabus across various key stages.

Updating the Agreed Syllabus for Religious Education

A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to analysing the needs for updating the current Agreed Syllabus for Religious Education (ASC). This review was planned to cover several key areas:

• Structure: The conference was scheduled to examine the overall structure of the syllabus.
• Terminology: Discussions were anticipated regarding the language and terms used within the syllabus.
• EYFS, KS1 & 2, KS3, KS4, and KS5: The syllabus was to be reviewed in relation to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Key Stages 1 through 5, indicating a comprehensive update across all educational levels.

Faith and Belief Representatives' Input

The meeting was also set to consider responses from faith and belief representatives. This included a review of relevant sections of the syllabus to ensure accurate faith content. Additionally, a phase-specific review was planned, involving discussions with relevant partner bodies to ensure the syllabus accurately reflects diverse beliefs and practices.

The conference was scheduled to receive an update on national issues impacting religious education. A reminder of the conference's position a year prior was also on the agenda, alongside discussions on membership news and any other business. The meeting was scheduled to conclude at 8:00 pm, with the next meeting planned for Tuesday 16 March 2027.