The Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education is scheduled to meet on Monday 14 December 2026. The meeting is set to include discussions on national and local updates concerning religious education, as well as the ratification of a new member and the election of a Chair and Vice Chair.

National Updates

The council is scheduled to consider several national updates. These include information on Interfaith Week for Schools, which aims to promote understanding and engagement with different faiths within educational settings. A report on the activities and findings of the NASACRE (National Association of Standing Advisory Councils on Religious Education) is also on the agenda, alongside an update on Curriculum and Assessment developments relevant to religious education.

Local Updates

Several local initiatives and resources for religious education in Hounslow are scheduled for discussion. These include updates on Teachers' Sessions, which likely involve professional development opportunities for educators. The Interfaith Calendar and the Interfaith Pupil Conference are also listed, suggesting a focus on fostering interfaith dialogue and understanding among students. A specific item on Ramadan Guidance is noted, with a link provided to further information.

Agreed Syllabus Conference

A key item on the agenda is the Agreed Syllabus Conference. This refers to the process of developing and reviewing the syllabus for religious education within the borough. The report pack indicates that a Hounslow Draft Syllabus is available for review, which will likely form the basis of discussions regarding the educational content and approach to religious education in local schools.

Action Planning and Annual Report

The meeting is also scheduled to address Action Planning and review the Annual Report. These items suggest a focus on the council's strategic direction and past performance. The Action Plan document, linked in the agenda, will likely outline future priorities and objectives for religious education in Hounslow, while the Annual Report will provide an overview of the council's achievements and activities over the past year.

Determinations

Under the Determinations section, two specific items are listed for consideration. The first is Edward Pauling, which may refer to a specific case or individual requiring a decision. The second is Collective Worship Guidance (SB), indicating a discussion and potential determination regarding guidelines for collective worship in schools, with SB likely referring to Stacey Burman, the RE Advisor.

Membership and Elections

The council is scheduled to ratify the membership of a new member. Following this, an election for the positions of Chair and Vice Chair will take place. The agenda also includes a section for the Declaration of Interests, where members will be reminded of their obligations regarding any personal interests in matters being discussed.

Minutes of Previous Meeting

The minutes from the previous meeting held on 23 April 2026 are scheduled for confirmation. The agenda notes that a previous action item regarding advice to schools around visits to places of worship is still ongoing and will be discussed. Another action item concerning Stacey Burman's attendance at the NASACRE conference has been completed and will be reported on.