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SecEd @seced.bsky.social · 3d

The government’s Curriculum and Assessment Review presents a perfect opportunity to address the problems of inconsistency in RE, argues @sarahfcg.bsky.social from Religious Education Council buff.ly/O4kIfLG #curriculum #schools #education #teaching

Ending the postcode lottery of religious education - SecEd

Delivery of religious education nationally is patchy, a situation the Curriculum and Assessment Review could address

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SecEd @seced.bsky.social · 6d

The government’s Curriculum and Assessment Review presents a perfect opportunity to address the problems of inconsistency in RE, argues @sarahfcg.bsky.social from Religious Education Council: buff.ly/O4kIfLG #curriculum #schools #education #teaching

Ending the postcode lottery of religious education - SecEd

Delivery of religious education nationally is patchy, a situation the Curriculum and Assessment Review could address

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FCG Chaplaincy Hub @fcg-chaplaincyhub.bsky.social · 11d

The latest episode of our chaplaincy chain podcast is now available exploring how chaplaincy often sits in liminal & marginal spaces ‘between’ institutions, identities & place & the challenges & gifts of this:
chaplaincychain.co.uk/episode-8-ch...
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Sarah Lane Cawte @sarahfcg.bsky.social · 26d

Adolescence, the Netflix series, is in the news again after winning 6 Emmys. What are the issues for churches? Can we learn from this series?
Join us and be part of the conversation tomorrow, 16 September, at 4.30 p.m.
Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/1610186373...

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Sarah Lane Cawte @sarahfcg.bsky.social · 28d

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It’s #EducationSunday tomorrow - time to thank all those who work in education, and maybe time to think about how you might offer support.
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Support Education Sunday 2025

YouTube video by Churches Together in England

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Sarah Lane Cawte @sarahfcg.bsky.social · Sep 5

If you watched the Netflix series, Adolescence, why not join us in this free webinar to talk about the issues it raises?
I'll be joined by Gemma Madle from Youthscape, and Joe Lowther from KICK, sharing their thoughts and experience.
Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/1610186373...

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ReThinkRE Campaign @rethinkrenow.bsky.social · Aug 28

Developing a national plan to address this is now a priority

- Restore Subject Knowledge Enhancement course funding
- Boost specialist recruitment
- Adopt the REC’s National Content Standard to secure high-quality RE.

#Worldviews #Religion #TeamRE @sarahfcg.bsky.social

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Sarah Lane Cawte @sarahfcg.bsky.social · Aug 20

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Adolescence: a free webinar for churches, 16th Sept 2025, 16:30 - 18:00 — Free Churches Group

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ReThinkRE Campaign @rethinkrenow.bsky.social · Aug 14

The number of students taking Religious Studies at A-level has remained stable at 15,005, with only a slight decline of 1.3%. Teachers report that a growing interest in life’s big questions is driving interest in the subject. ⬇️ @sarahfcg.bsky.social #TeamRE #Worldviews #religion

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ReThinkRE Campaign @rethinkrenow.bsky.social · Jun 27

Chair of the REC @sarahfcg.bsky.social has given evidence to parliament ahead of the Government's curriculum review.

"Now is the best opportunity to secure high-quality RE for all students that there has been for generations" #ReNationalPlan

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ReThinkRE Campaign @rethinkrenow.bsky.social · Jun 24

The RE Council is calling for a National Plan for #RE to end the crisis of specialism in schools and ensure every student gets their entitlement to high-quality Religious Education that prepares them for life and work in modern Britain.

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#reteacher #TeamRE @sarahfcg.bsky.social

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ReThinkRE Campaign @rethinkrenow.bsky.social · Jun 20

1 in 6 secondary schools do not, or may not, provide #RE at Year 11. The REC’s National Content Standard will ensure more students receive high-quality RE said Sarah Lane Cawte at the @CommonsEd #CurriculumAssessmentReview session this week.

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ReThinkRE Campaign @rethinkrenow.bsky.social · Jun 18

Chair of the RE Council @sarahfcg.bsky.social spoke at the Education Committee's #CurriculumAssessmentReview session yesterday, explaining the change that must happen to ensure all pupils receive high quality #RE.

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#reteacher #TeamRE

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Sarah Lane Cawte @sarahfcg.bsky.social · Jun 17

Great opportunity to give evidence about ways to secure high-quality #RE to the House of Commons Education Select Committee on behalf of the #RECouncil today. @deborahweston.bsky.social
Good to catch up with @lundieeducation.bsky.social and hear his evidence about media literacy too.
#TeamRE

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Mark @markonhistravels.bsky.social · May 22

Another fascinating conversation to be part of. Thanks again, @sarahfcg.bsky.social for guiding our conversation around the topic.

FCG Chaplaincy Hub @fcg-chaplaincyhub.bsky.social · May 20

The latest episode of the Chaplaincy Chain Podcast has been released, exploring the different relationships chaplains have with the places where they work. Part of the institutions or merely guests? Discover the answers our guests give as you listen: chaplaincychain.co.uk/episode-7-in...

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ReThinkRE Campaign @rethinkrenow.bsky.social · May 12

Kaleem Hussain, Assistant Vice President at @deutsche-bank.bsky.social, believes Religious Education is instrumental in uniting young people, encouraging teamwork and promoting acceptance. #Worldviews #TeamRE #RethinkRE ⬇️

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Sarah Lane Cawte @sarahfcg.bsky.social · May 1

The #RECouncil is privileged to welcome @beckyfrancis.bsky.social and Dr Vanessa Ogden from the Curriculum and Assessmebt Review for England to our #AGM at #StMary’sUniversity in Strawberry Hill today.

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FCG Chaplaincy Hub @fcg-chaplaincyhub.bsky.social · Apr 23

Sending our condolences to our Catholic friends and colleagues across the chaplaincy teams where we work together and beyond.
www.freechurches.org.uk/news/2025/4/...

A Statement from the Moderator of the Free Churches Group on the Passing of Pope Francis — Free Churches Group

Today the Free Churches Group join many around the world in expressing condolences to the global Catholic community, and in recognising the life and work of Pope Francis, who carried out his duties as...

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Sarah Lane Cawte @sarahfcg.bsky.social · Mar 19

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The #RECouncil response to the #CAAR interim report.
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The Curriculum Review Interim Report: A crucial step towards transformative RE provision – REC

The Religious Education Council of England and Wales (REC) welcomes the publication of the Curriculum and Assessment Review's Interim Report and extends its gratitude to Professor Becky Francis and th...

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Sarah Lane Cawte @sarahfcg.bsky.social · Mar 17

#TeamRE
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1259313704...
Join the #REC webinar on 27th March at 4.30 p.m. to get you thinking about climate justice and religion and worldviews. It's free to join and you'll be welcome.

Climate Justice Webinar

Join Dr Kate Christopher and Dr Pat Hannam to explore this important topic through the lens of religion and worldviews.

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Sarah Lane Cawte @sarahfcg.bsky.social · Mar 14

A little site visit in preparation for the #RECAGM on 1 May. Lovely place!

Sarah Lane Cawte @sarahfcg.bsky.social · Mar 13

If only! …

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Sarah Lane Cawte @sarahfcg.bsky.social · Mar 1

You're not alone, Fiona! 😆

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Sarah Lane Cawte @sarahfcg.bsky.social · Feb 25

Congratulations, Diana!

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Sarah Lane Cawte @sarahfcg.bsky.social · Feb 10

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