Parents have no “veto” on what is taught in relationships, health and sex education (RSHE), and should complain to schools about “inappropriate” content rather than withdrawing their children from class, a minister has said.
Schools minister Nick Gibb also told MPs today his “heart sinks” when he hears of schools narrowing the curriculum to focus on reading and maths, despite his government’s focus on the subjects for the past 13 years.
He appeared in front of the education committee this morning to answer questions about persistent absence and support for disadvantaged pupils, among other issues.
