Religion and Ethics

At our school, students can take part in special religious education (SRE) classes, depending on what’s available. These classes are delivered by approved providers.

When enrolling your child, you’ll be able to choose an option from the approved providers offered at our school. Students not attending SRE are given supervised alternative meaningful activities.

You’re welcome to change your choice at any time. Just let us know in writing or use the online form.

Special Religious Education (SRE)

The Anglican Diocese of Newcastle's David Robinson of Hillsong Newcastle, provides Special Religious Education lessons for students from Year 7 to Year 12 who have opted in by completing our school's  SRE Participation  form. For more information about the religious education curriculum visit Newcastle SRE Board.

SRE Lessons

SRE lessons are held during Period 6 each Friday afternoon. Students who do not attend the SRE lessons will follow their regular school timetable and are dismissed from school at the end of Period 5.

Those students remaining at school during period 6 who do not attend SRE lessons will be actively supervised by Teachers.

All Year 7 students will receive a SRE / SEE participation form at time of enrolment that will need to be completed by all students whether they are opting to attend SRE or SEE lessons or opting out of attending.

In accordance with the Education Act 1990, Special Religious Education (SRE) lessons are offered at Merewether High School.

SRE Provider Contact Details

David Robertson from Hillsong Australia teaches lessons for the Newcastle SRE board.

SRE Instructor: David Robertson

  • Approved Provider: Anglican Diocese Sydney (Anglican Diocese of Newcastle)
  • Newcastle SRE Board Curriculum
  • SRE Coordinator: Mr Alex Dey
  • 0408 490 247 or deyalex963@gmail.com
  • Board: Newcastle SRE Board Incorporated

Special Education in Ethics (SEE)

There are currently no special education in ethics approved providers available.

For more information, visit the department’s website or contact us.