As a Catholic school, our mission is to support the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of all of our pupils, rooted in the wisdom and teaching of the Church. Our goal is to ensure every student receives compassionate guidance and comprehensive knowledge to make responsible choices.

Our curriculum covers a broad range of topics, including emotional and physical wellbeing, the importance of healthy relationships, respect for oneself and others, and understanding human sexuality within the context of Catholic teachings. We focus on fostering a deep respect for the dignity of every human being and the sanctity of marriage.

The education of children in human sexuality is an important, precious and privileged responsibility.  The Church teaches us that this is very much a partnership with parents, in which parents are the ‘first educators’ of their children on these matters; ultimately, you confer on us the right to co-educate your children with you.

At St Paul’s Academy, we offer a supportive and respectful environment where students can discuss these important topics openly and seek answers that align with their values. We empower our students with the confidence and moral foundation to uphold their beliefs and navigate their interpersonal relationships now and in their future lives.

Life to the Full

We have been researching various programmes that are available and have decided to adopt Life to the Full by Ten Ten Resources. Ten Ten is an award-winning Catholic educational organisation that is well-respected and very experienced in this field of work. It is used by 72% of Catholic schools in England.

Life to the Full has been approved by our diocese.  Furthermore, Ten Ten have entered into a partnership with the Catholic Education Service and the Department for Education to provide training for teachers in Catholic schools on the subject of the new statutory curriculum. Therefore, we are confident that this programme is a very good fit for our school.

Through their programme, Ten Ten understand the foundational role that parents have in educating and nurturing their children on these matters. Within the programme, they have built in resources which will not only keep you informed about what is being taught in school, but will also give you the opportunity to engage your children in discussion, activity and prayer. 

Throughout the academic year, parents/carers will be invited to participate in a parent consultation. It will be a simple-to-follow, short online course which:

• Outlines the statutory changes that will take place.
• Articulates a vision for Catholic Relationships and Health Education.
• Explains how Life to the Full aims to help us fulfil the statutory curriculum with a Catholic ethos.
• Provides some information about key decisions we need to make, in consultation with parents.
• Answer some Frequently Asked Questions.

Information on how to take part in the consultation will be shared directly with parents/carers throughout the academic year.

For more information and guidance on the programme, see the Ten:Ten Parent Portal.

Right of Withdrawal

Parents and carers have the right to withdraw their child from all or part of Religious Education. Parents and carers who wish to do so should make their wishes known in writing to the principal. For queries, contact us.