Victorian state schools are set to axe scripture classes from their new curriculum, a move that has angered the State's main provider of chaplaincy and religious education.

A review of the Victorian curriculum has lifted the lid on a controversial plan to eliminate religious classes from core class time.

From 2016, 30 minute special religious instruction (SRI) will be moved to before and after school and during recess and lunchtime - making room for compulsory 'respectful relationships education' that will be included in the curriculum from Prep through to Year 10.

'The move means that teachers and students will be able to focus on core curriculum, learning the lessons and skills they need to be their best,' the government said in statement that was sent to Daily Mail Australia.

A review of the Victorian curriculum has lifted the lid on a controversial plan to eliminate scripture from core class time

'It (the new curriculum) will focus on challenging negative attitudes such as prejudice, discrimination and harassment, that can lead to violence, often against women,' the statement said.

However, Access Ministries - the main organisation that rolls out religious education programs in Victoria - is outraged with the decision.

Ms Dawn Penney, the chief executive of Access Ministries, told the Age that the government's decision was disappointing and a back flip on an election promise to support scripture classes.

Ms Dawn Penney, the chief executive of Access Ministries, told the Age that government's decision was disappointing and a back flip on an election promise to support SRI

Victorian state schools are set to axe special religious instruction (SRI) from their new curriculum, a move that has angered the State's main provider of chaplaincy and religious education.

'The decision contradicts a clear statement made prior to the last state election that the government would support SRI,' she said.

Ms Penney also noted that the government failed to consult with over 30,000 Victorian parents and SRI providers when making the decision to ditch SRI.

She is eager to meet with Education Minister James Merlino for an urgent discussion about the new changes.

Meanwhile, Mr Merlino has publicly supported the new curriculum: 'We're giving students the lessons and knowledge they need to understand the world around them, which will help them to grow and be their best.

'Understanding the diversity of our world is so important to the success of students and it deserves a proper place in our school curriculum,' he said.

Many angered as Victorian government scraps religion classes from core curriculum

The Minister for the Prevention of Family Violence, Ms Fiona Richardson also welcomed the new compulsory classes that address domestic violence and sexism

'Gender inequality is one of the underlying causes of family violence. We need to address discrimination and teach equality as part of preventing family violence.

'Teaching healthy, respectful relationships is key to preventing violence. We're including it in the curriculum so that every Victorian school teaches students these important skills and lessons,' Ms Richardson said.