Written question WQ99718
- Asked by
- Steven RodawayReform
- To be answered by
- Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language
- Tabled
- Due
- Answered
- Time to answer
- 8 days
Question
Will the Cabinet Minister confirm the Government's current position on parental opt-out rights in relation to Relationships and Sexuality Education (RSE)?
Answer
Answered by Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language (Anna Brychan)
Relationships and Sexuality Education (RSE) is mandatory within the Curriculum for Wales. There is no parental right to withdraw from any part of the curriculum. This ensures all children and young people have access to learning that supports their safety and well-being. Learning includes helping learners to recognise harmful behaviours and understand how and where to seek support
RSE is legally required to be developmentally appropriate, objective, critical, and pluralistic.
Schools are also expected to engage openly with parents and carers, so they understand the curriculum and have the opportunity to raise any questions or concerns.