Co-op Academy Friarswood considers that Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) is an integral part of the Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) Education and Citizenship curriculum.  We aim to offer pupils a carefully planned programme on human development, relationships and family life within a safe, comfortable atmosphere with a trusting relationship between teachers and pupils. The programme is set within a moral framework and it is carefully matched to the children’s level of maturity.  Each year, areas of learning are developed in an age appropriate way.

PSHE and RSE are delivered carefully in each class every week.  The children are very much encouraged and helped to develop the skills necessary to listen to and value the views of others whilst building and developing their own personal views.  Children are helped to develop feelings of self-respect, confidence and empathy in a safe environment.

Both areas hold a precious place within Friarswood’s ethos.  It is from the development of these areas that we can teach children about their own health including their mental health, relationships, society and British Values as well as how to stay safe in the world in which they live, including online safety.  Issues of relevance to the children are discussed in a sensitive and caring way.