Prevention in Schools
SRE in Schools
Sex and Relationships Education (SRE) is learning about the emotional, social and physical aspects of growing up, relationships, sex, human sexuality and sexual health.
It should equip children and young people with the information, skills and positive values to have safe, fulfilling relationships, to enjoy their sexuality and to take responsibility for their sexual health and well-being. (Sex Education Forum definition).
It is compulsory for schools to teach the biological aspects of puberty, reproduction and the spread of viruses. These topics are compulsory as part of National Curriculum Science which is taught to all pupils of primary and secondary age.
The broader subject of Sex and Relationships Education (SRE) is currently not compulsory in schools. However both primary and secondary schools must have an up-to-date policy that describes the content and organisation of SRE taught outside the Science Curriculum. If the decision is taken not to teach SRE outside the Science Curriculum this should also be documented in the policy.
The Teenage Pregnancy Team is available to support schools and PSHE leads in the development and delivery of SRE.
Support offered includes; Governor training, support in PSHE and SRE policy development, attending parents evenings, delivering Teacher Training and INSET days and support in the planning and delivery of schemes of work.
Useful information on Sex & Relationships Education, including support and resources for those delivering SRE, can be found at the Sex Education Forum Website.
