What We Do

This committee works to:

• Act as a link between Presbytery and the Council’s Education Committee
• Advise on Educational initiatives as proposed by the Scottish Government
• Encourage Christian input into education including chaplaincy, Religious and Moral Education and Religious Observance

The Education Team is committed to education for all, and believes that education continues to change lives for the better.

• considers/reviews education in schools, colleges, universities, keeps Presbytery informed on these matters, puts appropriate recommendations to Presbytery when necessary
• encourages Christian input into education, including study of Religious and Moral Education, promotes the rights and respect of young people: encourages the provision of religious observance in schools
• encourages the appointment of school chaplains, supporting them in their work: develops the work of chaplains in colleges and universities
• considers how to improve health and wellbeing
• prepares responses to requests for comments from Presbytery on educational proposals and current educational matters, shows understanding of Scottish education and legislation e.g. GIRFEC (Getting It Right For Every Child)
• liaises with CoS reps on education committees of local authorities and the GA’s education and young people's action group

Useful Information

Christian Values in Education

Christian Values in Education (CVE Scotland) is a Scottish charity / organisation that provides advice, networking and resources for teachers and for others who support schools (schools workers, parents, chaplains and churches). Recognised as a partner organisation by Education Scotland, our aim is to enable children and youth people to make informed choices about their beliefs and values.

Click here to visit the website.

Prayer Spaces in Schools

Prayer Spaces in Schools work to enable children and young people, of all faiths and none, to explore these life questions, spirituality and faith in a safe, creative and interactive way.

Click here to visit the website.

Conveners

Resources

• Youth Project Grant
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Useful Websites & Information
• Chaplaincy resources for lockdown and beyond
• Report From Agnes Mullen