Schools in England are instructed to teach laws regarding biological sex and gender reassignment while avoiding endorsement of specific views. Updated RSHE guidance forbids teaching that all people possess a gender identity or presenting social transitioning as a simple solution for distress. Schools should refrain from using oversimplified content aimed at young children. Parents must be consulted on sex education topics, which may include discussions on online sexual content. The guidance emphasizes relevance, age appropriateness, and accessibility in developing the curriculum for pupils.
Pupils in England should be taught what the law is on biological sex and gender reassignment, but schools must be careful not to endorse any particular view or teach it as fact.
The updated relationships, sex and health education (RSHE) guidance says schools should avoid any suggestion that social transitioning offers a simple solution to feelings of distress or discomfort.
Primary schools should consult parents about the content of anything that will be taught within sex education, including offering support in talking to their children.
The guidance allows primary school teachers to discuss sharing naked images or online sexual content if it is something that is affecting their pupils.
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