Annual Conference 2026
We were delighted to see so many colleagues at Eton College on Thursday 23rd April 2026.
Essay Competition
Results announced for the 2026 Theology Philosophy and Religion Essay competition
Religious Education at a Turning Point: An ISRSA Briefing
With the Government proposing to move Religious Education into the National Curriculum, ISRSA is pleased to publish a briefing setting out why we formally dissented from the drafting process behind the proposed Programmes of Study, and why we believe the resulting curriculum is built on the wrong educational framework.
This briefing explains what's being proposed, why ISRSA does not accept that the reforms reflect "genuine consensus" across the sector, and why we believe Religious Studies should remain rooted in the academic disciplines of theology, philosophy and the study of religion.
We encourage every member to read the briefing, engage with the forthcoming public consultation, and share it with colleagues.
About ISRSA
The ISRSA affirms that Religious Studies, Theology and Philosophy are academically rigorous subjects of vital relevance with a challenging and timeless voice.
We exist to support RS teachers in British independent schools, to provide networking and training opportunities.
We are also the voice for our teachers. We vigorously defend the value of our subject and present our views to educational decision makers.
We carry out cutting-edge research into our subject.
We hold a a national annual conference and other smaller regional conferences.
We are always keen to welcome new members to our organisation or our Council. Please contact us at [email protected] if you would like to join.
Our patrons are:
Liam Gearon, Associate Professor in Religious Education at Oxford University,
The Ian Ramsey Centre University of Oxford,
Tom Greggs, Professor of Divinity at Aberdeen University and co-founder of the Aberdeen Centre for Protestant Theology
Professor David Aldridge, Head of Secondary and Further Education at Edge Hill University.