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<p>There is no mandatory programme of study for personal, social, health and economic
education (PSHE). Schools have the autonomy to tailor their PSHE to reflect the needs
of their pupils, including teaching about female genital mutilation (FGM), drawing
on the resources, tools and evidence provided by experts such as the PSHE Association.</p><p>
</p><p>The Government has worked with the PSHE Association to develop a section of
their website focusing on FGM and including a range of guidance and resources for
teachers and schools to use.</p><p> </p><p>The non-statutory programme of study for
PSHE includes giving young people the opportunity to learn about taking care of their
body, understanding that actions such as FGM constitute abuse and are a crime under
British law and universal human rights, and develop the skills and strategies required
to get support if they have fears for themselves or their peers.</p><p> </p><p>In
addition, the statutory ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance, updated in
September 2016, includes information for schools on the issue of FGM and reminds schools
of their duty in relation to reporting cases of FGM. A copy of the guidance is attached.</p>
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