The school respects the religious practices of all its community members, and we acknowledge that it may be expected of some Muslim pupils who have reached puberty to consider fasting during Ramadan. The practice of fasting poses a number of risks we wish to manage sensitively.
If a child fasts on school days, he or she will experience a number of physiological pressures. Children are very likely to be dehydrated during the day; it is worth noting that they will still be expected to take part in all the usual curriculum lessons, including PE.
The school has consulted a local Imam, as well as members of our local Muslim community for advice. There is not an expectation for children to fast until they reach puberty. The school does not encourage children who have not reached puberty to fast on school days, to avoid the health risks they would place on themselves.
If any child wishes to fast, their parents must arrange to meet with the Head Teacher to discuss their request first, before any agreement is reached. If an agreement is decided upon then that child will be expected to take part in PE lessons but would not be asked to take part in sport activities at playtimes and lunchtimes, to minimise the risks of dehydration. They would be asked to stay inside and engage in indoor activities. These sessions are fully supervised by members of staff.
To make an appointment to meet the Head Teacher, please contact the school office.
If a child fasts on school days, he or she will experience a number of physiological pressures. Children are very likely to be dehydrated during the day; it is worth noting that they will still be expected to take part in all the usual curriculum lessons, including PE.
The school has consulted a local Imam, as well as members of our local Muslim community for advice. There is not an expectation for children to fast until they reach puberty. The school does not encourage children who have not reached puberty to fast on school days, to avoid the health risks they would place on themselves.
If any child wishes to fast, their parents must arrange to meet with the Head Teacher to discuss their request first, before any agreement is reached. If an agreement is decided upon then that child will be expected to take part in PE lessons but would not be asked to take part in sport activities at playtimes and lunchtimes, to minimise the risks of dehydration. They would be asked to stay inside and engage in indoor activities. These sessions are fully supervised by members of staff.
To make an appointment to meet the Head Teacher, please contact the school office.
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