What do schools teach about sex?
Schools in Scotland do not have to provide sex education, but most do. Parents can support teachers and contribute to school sex education in several ways:
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Ask to see a copy of the sex education policy and/or a copy of the sex education
programme for your child's year so you can support what the school is doing
at home
· Ask for or arrange a meeting to discuss sex education. Some parents
find it easier to discuss sex education in small groups so class or year
PTA sessions are ideal. Others prefer the anonymity of a large meeting.
· Ask to see the resources used in the classroom. You may be able
to borrow books or videos to use with your child at home. If you disagree
with some aspect of the sex education that your child is receiving or you
think the school isn't tackling it well enough, make an appointment with
the school's PSE Co-ordinator to discuss this.
