to want my child to be free of religion at school?

[cherryade8]

I've startedlooking at schools and attending open days for my dd. Even the supposedly secular schools teach about religion and seen to have display boards with posters and pupils work explaining the intricacies of each religion.

I'm not religious and don't wish dd to be exposed to more than a cursory explanation of religion at school. What people choose to teach their children outside of school is none of my business, why does the curriculum seem to want to force it on children? It seems to be the case in both state and private schools.

Aibu?

Well I have no religious beliefs but I think it is important to gain knowledge about different religions. Religion, for good or for bad has been one of the most significant parts of human civilization. As a subject I think of it as complimentary to history, philosophy and anthropology. I am happier to be an atheist in a place of knowledge concerning religion, not an atheist and ignorant of religion.

I remember this thread the first time round!
The last few posts suggest a good grounding in critical thinking (supported by most RS courses) would be of great benefit to some of you.

Should say "some" posts, obviously!

You reanimated and old thread to write, Acually u have it a bit wrong it's not all Muslims are terrorist but all terrorists are Muslim sorry to get involved but just fort u should all get facts straight

Facts? I will write to the IRA and let them know that they are officially Muslim now.

Anyhow, I liked this thread the first time now so I shouldn't complain.