We've temporarily removed our model (for use from Sept 2026) until KCSIE 2026 is published
We expect KCSIE 2026 to include guidance that is relevant to this policy, for example on how schools can support pupils who are questioning their gender. See the full list of proposed changes to KCSIE.
We want to review our model policy alongside this and all other current, relevant guidance for schools, to make sure it's as helpful and comprehensive as possible ahead of the RSHE guidance coming into effect in September.
Model policy document in line with the current guidance (until 31 August 2026) This version of our model policy is in line with the current version of the DfE's relationships and sex education (RSE) and health education guidance (the second document linked on the guidance page, labelled 'for teaching