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RSE Consultation 2026

Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) Consultation – 2026

Tarporley CE Primary School

Relationships Education is a statutory part of the curriculum for all primary schools in England. At Tarporley CE Primary School, Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) is delivered in line with our Christian values, statutory requirements, and our approved RSE Policy (2026).

As set out in our policy, we:

• Teach Relationships Education as a statutory requirement

• Teach the biological elements of sex education through the science curriculum only

• Deliver RSE in a way that is age‑appropriate, inclusive, and sensitive, and not about the promotion of sexual activity

• Meet our duties under the Equality Act 2010 and Public Sector Equality Duty

Purpose of the Consultation

Although the school’s approach to RSE is clearly defined in policy, we believe in working in close partnership with parents, carers, staff, pupils and governors. As part of our commitment to transparency and shared responsibility, we are therefore undertaking a consultation to support the ongoing review and implementation of our RSE provision, as outlined in Section 3 of our policy.

Consultation Period

6th May 2026 – 17th  June 2026

What We Are Consulting On

During the consultation period, parents, staff and governors are invited to:

• Read our Draft RSE Policy (2026), which explains:

  • What is taught

  • How it is taught

  • How inclusivity and safeguarding are ensured

• Review information about our ‘No Outsiders’ approach, which supports the Relationships Education curriculum by developing understanding of:

  • Respect

  • Difference

  • Belonging

  • Equality within the context of family life

 How to Take Part

We would be grateful for your feedback through one or more of the following:

• Complete the questionnaire sent via COMPASS, so that your views can be formally recorded

• Attend the parent drop‑in session to view resources, ask questions and discuss the curriculum with school leaders

 Parent Drop‑In Session

15th June 2026 at 2:30pm

This session will provide an opportunity to:

• Ask questions about curriculum content or delivery

• View age‑appropriate resources

• Discuss how the curriculum reflects our values and statutory duties

Important Clarifications

• Parents do not have the right to withdraw children from Relationships Education

• Parents do have the right to withdraw from the non‑statutory elements of sex education, however Tarporley CE Primary School does not teach non‑statutory sex education

• All teaching is delivered by trained staff, with safeguarding procedures in place and clear routes for pupil support

Thank You

We value your engagement and feedback as we continue to review and strengthen our RSE provision in line with:

• Our school policy

• Statutory guidance

• The needs of our pupils and community

• Our Christian vision: “Let Your Light Shine” (Matthew 5)