Responding to Sexualised Behaviours in Primary Schools

Course introduction

The OFSTED report (2021) into sexual abuse and harassment between children was clear that sexual abuse and harassment happens in all schools, including those where there are no reported incidents. All schools need to have a robust ‘it could happen here’ culture. This has led a drive to ensure that all school staff are trained to recognise and respond appropriately to sexualised behaviours in school. However, much of this training is directed at secondary school. Sara offers a course that is focused on the needs of primary schools and their pupils. It recognises where these are different from the concerns of secondary schools.

What we will cover throughout the day

• Develop a better understanding of which behaviours are healthy and which are a concern in children aged 4-11;

• Feel confident in responding immediately to incidents of sexualised behaviour;

• Record any incidents in detail and accurately;

• Better manage the risks of sexualised behaviour by implementing safety plans.

Target audience

Mainstream primary, infant and junior schools

See what others have to say about us

Lens is so easy to use for all of SLT. We love the infographics created as provides great visuals for governor feedback and discussion. Also the alignment with the inspection framework.

Greenhill School

At All Saints Primary School, we have found Lens to be an extremely valuable tool in supporting our self-evaluation and school improvement processes. Its clear alignment with the Inspection Framework helps provide clarity, supports distributed leadership across the school and enables evaluation activity to be both efficient and purposeful.

All Saints Primary School

I’ve been using Lens for several years now, and it’s an excellent tool for organising monitoring outcomes under Inspection framework headings, supporting clear identification of strengths and areas for improvement, while producing a comprehensive summary for SMT, Governors, and as a valuable discussion document for Inspection visits (even when not required).

Santes Fair School