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Hostility derails school sex education plans

Clearer guidelines are needed.

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Schools face rising hostility over relationships and sexuality education, with threats, and bigotry disrupting consultations, the Education Review Office reports. While lessons are mandatory for years 1–10, inconsistency across schools leaves gaps. “Too many young people report not learning enough,” said ERO’s Ruth Shinoda. The report urges clearer guidelines, compulsory lessons for years 11–13, and less parental consultation to ensure safe and effective teaching.

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