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RSE & PSHE 
Relationship and Sex Education
Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education

The framework for RSE & PSHE has changed and the statutory changes take force from September 2026.

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The changes to the primary curriculum leans heavily into foundational safety, mental health, and healthy boundaries:

  • Body Positivity & Safeguarding: Mandatory use of scientifically accurate terminology for body parts (including genitalia) to support child protection and abuse prevention.

  • Online & Social Pressures: Earlier introduction to online safety, including managing the pressure to share naked images if it impacts upper Key Stage 2 pupils.

  • Diverse Families: Stronger emphasis on teaching respect for all family types, explicitly including same-sex parents.

  • Grief and Loss: New inclusions to help young children navigate change, loss, and bereavement.

  • Everyday Safety: Added modules on real-world personal safety, including water, road, and railway safety.

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Find out what your child is covering in the new RSE & PSHE Curriculum here:

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Other Important Documents:

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Have Your Say!

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Policy changes for 2026-2027 will be shared with all parents. We encourage you to have your say and share your feedback with Miss Smith or Mrs Kenny.

Ripponden Junior and Infant School

Tel: 01422 823362

Fax: 01422 825154

Email: office@ripponden.calderdale.sch.uk

Headteacher: Jude Kenny

Halifax Road, Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire HX6 4AH

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