Religious Education must be taught in all schools. Each Local Education Authority is required to produce a locally determined syllabus which should reflect the religious beliefs of the people in their area.
It is possible find out what your Local Education Authority expects its schools to teach by asking to see its "Agreed Syllabus".
Although there is an emphasis on teaching about Christianity, children are also taught about the other faiths that are present in the United Kingdom, such as Judaism, Sikhism, Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism and Humanism. Pupils should learn about the principle practices and beliefs of Christianity, and compare them to those of other faiths.
Children are encouraged to respect the beliefs of others, and to understand the values shared by all the major religions - honesty, caring, forgiveness and justice.
If you do not want your child to take part in the religious education provided by the school, you may request that they are withdrawn from the classes and provide the religious education that you would prefer they are taught.