Relationships and sexuality education guide
A guide for teachers, leaders, and boards of trustees that informs principals, boards and teachers on the requirements under the Education and Training Act 2020. This resource focuses strongly on consensual, healthy and respectful relationships as being essential to student wellbeing (years 1–8; years 9–13).
About this resource
This section from the health and physical education guidelines and policies outlines the Ministry of Education's guide for Relationships and Sexuality Education: A guide for teachers, leaders and boards of trustees (years 1–8; years 9–13). It is intended for boards of trustees, principals, senior leadership, and teachers.
Relationships and sexuality education guide
This refreshed resource, Relationships and Sexuality Education: A Guide for Teachers, Leaders, and Boards of Trustees, focuses strongly on consensual, healthy, and respectful relationships as being essential to student wellbeing. It is available in two volumes: one for Years 1–8, and one for Years 9–13.
The guide informs principals, boards, and teachers on the requirements of the Education and Training Act 2020. It also assists schools to consult with their community on the ways in which health education should be implemented.