The Scottish Executive has produced guidelines for sexual health and relationships education in schools. These are outlined for parents in a leaflet called Sex Education in Scottish Schools: A Guide for Parents and Carers. The leaflet tells parents what they can expect from schools. For example:
- All schools must provide sex education.
- Schools should present the facts in an objective, balanced and sensitive manner within a framework of sound values.
- They should work in partnership with parents.
- Schools should have strategies in place to consult with parents.
- They should give information about their planned programme.
You can contact your child's school if you want information on what they cover in sex education. You can get copies of the Government leaflet from your child's school or your local authority.