SEX EDUCATION

The 1993 Education Act requires sex education to be provided as part of the National Curriculum at Key Stage 3.  It is taught with due regard to moral considerations and an emphasis on the value and importance of family life.  The programme, which has been ratified by the governors, is not taught in isolation but within a framework of a personal development programme dealing with the many aspects of growing up. 

Parents have the right to withdraw their child from sex education lessons and should discuss the matter with the Headteacher should they wish to do so.  They are also welcome to discuss policy matters in this area with the Headteacher, to view teaching materials, look at the policy documents, or to submit a discussion item for the agenda of the governors’ annual meeting for parents.