Relationships & Sex Education
Equipping our students with knowledge, skills, and confidence to make informed choices about their well-being and relationships—now and in the future.
What is Relationships & Sex Education?
RSE is a crucial part of students' emotional, social, and cultural development, helping young people understand themselves and navigate the world around them.
Understanding RSE
Relationships and Sex Education helps young people develop the knowledge and skills needed for healthy relationships, personal safety, and emotional well-being. Our curriculum covers essential life topics in an age-appropriate and supportive environment.
What RSE Is Not About
RSE is not about promoting sexual activity. Rather, it equips students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to make informed choices about their well-being and relationships. Our approach is always age-appropriate, sensitive, and focused on building healthy foundations for life.
Why is RSE Important?
RSE is now a statutory requirement for all schools in England and Wales, reflecting its vital role in student development.
Government Mandate
Following the UK government's review of RSE in England, it is now a statutory requirement for all schools in England and Wales to include Relationships and Sex Education as part of the curriculum. This ensures all young people receive consistent, high-quality education about relationships and well-being.
Our RSE Programme Is Designed To:
- Encourage self-awareness and confidence in all students
- Support students in making safe, informed decisions
- Promote respect, inclusivity, and equality for everyone
- Equip students with skills to build healthy relationships
- Ensure understanding of personal safety, online risks, and support networks
What Do Students Learn in RSE?
Our age-appropriate and inclusive RSE curriculum covers key topics across three main areas.
Relationships & Respect
- Different types of relationships (friendships, family, intimate relationships, strangers)
- Consent, boundaries, and managing conflict effectively
- Understanding self-respect and respect for others
- Impact of relationships on mental and emotional well-being
Health & Well-being
- Personal safety and recognising unhealthy relationships
- Sexual health, contraception, and factual knowledge
- Diversity and identity (including LGBTQ+ awareness)
- Recognising and addressing harassment and abuse
Online Safety & Legal Awareness
- E-safety and managing relationships in a digital world
- Legal rights and responsibilities related to relationships
- Understanding sexual harassment, abuse, and the law
- Equality legislation and respecting diversity
Building Resilience & Support Networks
RSE at Changing Lives Independent School provides students with essential skills and understanding for life.
Navigate relationships safely and responsibly
Deeper understanding of personal identity and diversity
Practical skills for academic, personal, and social life
Awareness of mental health and emotional well-being
Resilience and confidence to seek support when needed
Learn More About Our RSE Curriculum
If you have any questions about our Relationships and Sex Education programme or would like more information, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
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