Minutes:
Jo Fageant, Professional Advisor, confirmed that she had recently attended a South East England Faith Forum on Religious Education in schools. Mr Zafar Ali of Iqra Primary School spoke at the event, which included a wide ranging discussion including the inherent positives, and challenges, of religious education and faith within schools. It was confirmed that the minutes of the meeting would be circulated to SACRE Members via email, once available.
(Lynda Bussley arrived at 16.42. Ms Bussley in the Chair)
Cllr Brooker confirmed that he had recently visited the newly opened Eden Muslim Girls School, currently located on Whitby Road. The School was currently teaching 100 girls in year 7, and 50 in Year 8, and further students remained on the waiting list for a place at the school. Cllr Brooker was very impressed by his visit, particularly with the school’s stated aim of being inclusive to people of all, or no, faith.
Sue Elbrow confirmed that she had recently attended a ‘Cup of Tea’ meeting alongside Julie Siddiqi. The meeting was designed to allow people of different faiths or backgrounds to come together with the aim of removing barriers, fostering relationships and combating feelings of extremism. The event was hosted by a Muslim family, and was a very enjoyable and productive afternoon.
(Zubayr Abbas Bowkan arrived 16.52)