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.
The changes to the primary curriculum leans heavily into foundational safety, mental health, and healthy boundaries:
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Body Positivity & Safeguarding: Mandatory use of scientifically accurate terminology for body parts (including genitalia) to support child protection and abuse prevention.
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Online & Social Pressures: Earlier introduction to online safety, including managing the pressure to share naked images if it impacts upper Key Stage 2 pupils.
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Diverse Families: Stronger emphasis on teaching respect for all family types, explicitly including same-sex parents.
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Grief and Loss: New inclusions to help young children navigate change, loss, and bereavement.
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Everyday Safety: Added modules on real-world personal safety, including water, road, and railway safety.
Find out what your child is covering in the new RSE & PSHE Curriculum here:
Other Important Documents:
Have Your Say!
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.
