Local authorities have a duty to establish a Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education (SACRE). SACRE advises the local authority on matters relating to collective worship in community schools and on religious education. Religious education is a statutory part of the basic curriculum for all pupils.
SACRE publishes support materials, approves a programme of training for teachers, and sponsors or supports other projects. These projects are consistent with its responsibility to promote religious education and spiritual, moral, social and cultural education in schools.
Advice for Ramadan
Collective worship guidance
Religious Education challenge
SACRE meetings
SACRE meetings are held at least once a term. The meetings in 2026 will be held as follows:
- Tuesday 29 September 2026 start time 4.30pm - Sunley House Papworth
- Wednesday 27 January 2027 start time 4.30pm via Teams
- Thursday 17 June 2027 start time 4.30pm - Sunley House Papworth
If members of the public would like to attend any of the above meetings, please contact the clerk to SACRE to request further details/meeting link Jane.Learner@cambridgeshire.gov.uk.
Agendas and minutes
Constitution
Further support
If you would like help and support with the RE curriculum or would like to attend any CPD training, please visit our Learn Together page for more information.
SACRE contact details
Amanda Fitton - RE Adviser for Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and Rutland County Councils
Tel: 07767615113 Email Amanda.Fitton@cambridgeshire.gov.uk
Jane Learner - SACRE Clerk for Cambridgeshire
Email: Jane.Learner@cambridgeshire.gov.uk
Address: Sunley House, Papworth Everard, Cambridgeshire CB23 3AB
