SRE in Short Stay Schools

Many vulnerable young people are likely to have missed parts of the taught SRE curriculum and teachers should aim to ensure that students who have been absent from SRE lessons are provided with other opportunities to access the information that they missed. Short Stay Schools will have an important role in developing individual and group SRE programmes for young people at risk. Teachers need to be aware of the pastoral support services available in school through the school nurse or counselling services that can provide one-to-one support on issues related to self-esteem, relationships and sexual health for those who most need it. A designated teacher will also be aware of the particular needs and services available for looked-after children.