Timetabling The timetabling of PSHE and SRE, rather than their provision ad hoc, gives them status and indicates their importance to pupils. There is also some security for pupils in knowing that there is a fixed time for PSHE and for the opportunities it gives them to explore key skills and sensitive issues.

Should boys and girls be separated for SRE? Knowsley Council is considering teaching boys and girls sex education separately in a bid to cut the area's high teen pregnancy rates. On the Children & Young People Now website, national figures in sex education debate the issue.

Setting the climate This can be achieved by creating a positive ethos and a safe environment, and by offering opportunities to work individually and in groups etc.

Pupil participation including opportunities to identify needs, reflect on their values, give feedback on lesson content and delivery, and evaluate their learning.

Active and interactive learning including opportunities for group work, paired work, individual reflection and addressing differing learning styles.

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