SCHOOL EDUCATION ACT 1999 - SECT 72
SCHOOL EDUCATION ACT 1999 - SECT 72
72 . Conscientious objection to subject, principal may exempt child from classes on
(1) A parent of a
child at a government school may in writing request the principal to grant an
exemption for the child from attendance at classes at which a particular part
of a course of study is taught.
(2) Where such a
request is made the principal may grant an exemption in terms of subsection
(1) if the principal is satisfied that the request —
(a) is
made on the grounds of conscientious objection; and
(b)
satisfies any requirements contained in the CEO’s Instructions under
section 233 in respect of the granting of exemptions under this section.
(3) An exemption under
this section —
(a) may
be granted subject to conditions; and
(b) may
be revoked if any condition is not observed.