Aims

At Millbrook Primary School and Nursery, we strongly advocate inclusion and equalisation of opportunity for all. To do this, we promote personal wellbeing and development through our comprehensive, balanced, and diverse curriculum offer. This subject area gives young people the knowledge, understanding, attitudes and practical skills to live safe, healthy, productive lives and meet their full potential.

 The aims of relationships and sex education (RSE) at our school are to:

• Provide a framework in which sensitive discussions can take place
• Help pupils develop feelings of self-respect, confidence and empathy
• Create a positive culture around the issues of sexuality and relationships
• Teach pupils the correct vocabulary to describe themselves and their bodies
• Prepare pupils for puberty, and give them an understanding of sexual development and the importance of health and hygiene

Aims of Relationships and Sex Education (RSE)

At Millbrook Primary School and Nursery, we are committed to inclusion and equality of opportunity for all pupils. Through a comprehensive, balanced and inclusive curriculum, we promote pupils’ personal wellbeing, development and understanding of themselves and others.

From September 2026, our Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) provision is delivered in line with the revised statutory Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE) guidance. It aims to equip pupils with the knowledge, understanding, attitudes and practical skills they need to develop healthy, respectful relationships, keep themselves safe, and prepare for the physical and emotional changes they experience as they grow. Teaching is delivered in an age‑appropriate, sensitive and inclusive way.

The aims of Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) at Millbrook Primary School and Nursery are to:

• Provide a safe, supportive and inclusive framework in which sensitive topics and discussions can take place
• Support pupils to develop self‑respect, confidence, resilience and empathy for others
• Foster a positive and respectful culture around relationships, bodies and personal boundaries
• Teach pupils accurate and appropriate vocabulary to describe their bodies and express their feelings clearly and confidently
• Prepare pupils for puberty and physical development, helping them to understand the importance of emotional wellbeing, personal hygiene and health
• Enable pupils to recognise safe and unsafe situations and know how to seek help and support
• Encourage respect for differences in families, beliefs, backgrounds and relationships