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Free menstrual health curriculum for schools.

Ready-to-use lesson resources to help teachers talk about periods, puberty, dignity, symptoms and support with confidence.

The simple version

Helping schools teach menstrual health clearly.

Teach with confidence

Lesson plans, teaching notes and language guides so staff know what to say.

Support pupils practically

Period kits, toilet access, PE and school-day planning covered directly.

Reduce shame and teasing

Whole-class material that includes every pupil, not just those who menstruate.

Included

What you can download

Overview

Curriculum map

The full 10-module menstrual health curriculum overview.

Teaching

Teacher lesson packs

Ready-to-use lesson plans with teaching notes and activities.

Classroom

Student worksheets

Simple worksheets for age-appropriate classroom discussion.

Teaching

Teacher answer guides

Support notes for clear and confident responses.

Families

Parent/carer summaries

Plain-English summaries schools can share with families.

Classroom

Classroom tools

Activity cards, glossary sheets, checklists and practical resources.

Curriculum

The 10-module curriculum

The curriculum builds knowledge gradually, from body words and puberty through to periods at school, symptoms, myths, medical support and wider menstrual literacy.

Module 1Teacher GuideStaff confidence, language, safeguarding and classroom approach.

8 documents in this module

  • Teacher Guide
  • Staff Confidence Check
  • Language Guide What To Say
  • Anonymous Question Box Guidance
  • Safeguarding Escalation Guide
  • Parent Carer Communication Template
  • School Readiness Checklist
  • Staff Briefing Slide Outline
Module 2Body Words and PubertyCorrect body words, puberty changes and respectful discussion.

8 documents in this module

  • Teacher Lesson Plan
  • Student Worksheet
  • Teacher Answer Guide
  • Parent Carer Summary
  • Slide Deck Outline
  • Puberty Changes Cards
  • Body Words Glossary
  • Teacher Guidance Sensitive Questions
Module 3What Is a Period?A clear introduction to what periods are and why they happen.

5 documents in this module

  • Teacher Lesson Plan
  • Student Worksheet
  • Teacher Answer Guide
  • Parent Carer Summary
  • Slide Deck Outline
Module 4The Menstrual CycleCycle basics, variation, tracking and what pupils may notice.

8 documents in this module

  • Teacher Lesson Plan
  • Student Worksheet
  • Teacher Answer Guide
  • Parent Carer Summary
  • Slide Deck Outline
  • Cycle Sequencing Cards
  • Period and Symptom Tracker Template
  • Teacher Guidance Sensitive Questions
Module 5Period Products and Practical ManagementProduct options, changing products, period kits and school-day planning.

9 documents in this module

  • Teacher Lesson Plan
  • Student Worksheet
  • Teacher Answer Guide
  • Parent Carer Summary
  • Slide Deck Outline
  • Period Product Cards
  • Product Comparison Table
  • Period Kit Checklist
  • Teacher Guidance Sensitive Questions
Module 6Periods at SchoolManaging periods in lessons, toilets, PE, trips and unexpected situations.

8 documents in this module

  • Teacher Lesson Plan
  • Student Worksheet
  • Teacher Answer Guide
  • Parent Carer Summary
  • Slide Deck Outline
  • Activity Cards
  • Practical Template
  • Teacher Guidance Sensitive Questions
Module 7Pain, Symptoms and When to Ask for HelpWhat can be common, what should not be ignored and how to ask for support.

8 documents in this module

  • Teacher Lesson Plan
  • Student Worksheet
  • Teacher Answer Guide
  • Parent Carer Summary
  • Slide Deck Outline
  • Activity Cards
  • Practical Template
  • Teacher Guidance Sensitive Questions
Module 8Privacy, Shame, Myths and RespectTackling teasing, myths and embarrassment with a respectful school culture.

8 documents in this module

  • Teacher Lesson Plan
  • Student Worksheet
  • Teacher Answer Guide
  • Parent Carer Summary
  • Slide Deck Outline
  • Activity Cards
  • Practical Template
  • Teacher Guidance Sensitive Questions
Module 9Menstrual Health Conditions and Medical SupportWhen symptoms may need medical support, and how pupils can ask for it.

8 documents in this module

  • Teacher Lesson Plan
  • Student Worksheet
  • Teacher Answer Guide
  • Parent Carer Summary
  • Slide Deck Outline
  • Activity Cards
  • Practical Template
  • Teacher Guidance Sensitive Questions
Module 10Menstrual Literacy Across the Wider CurriculumEmbedding menstrual literacy beyond PSHE across the wider curriculum.

8 documents in this module

  • Teacher Lesson Plan
  • Student Worksheet
  • Teacher Answer Guide
  • Parent Carer Summary
  • Slide Deck Outline
  • Activity Cards
  • Practical Template
  • Teacher Guidance Sensitive Questions

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FAQ

Questions schools may ask

Is the curriculum free?

Yes. The school resource pack is free to download after completing the short sign-up form.

Which ages is it for?

The curriculum is flexible across upper primary, secondary and youth education settings. Each module can be adapted depending on pupil age, maturity and school context.

Can we use this in PSHE/RSE?

Yes. The resources are designed to support menstrual health, puberty, wellbeing, respect, dignity and help-seeking education.

Do boys need to learn this too?

Yes. Menstrual health education is important for all pupils. It helps reduce teasing, stigma and misinformation and supports a more respectful school culture.

Is this medical advice?

No. The resources are educational. They help pupils understand periods, symptoms and when to ask for help, but they do not diagnose or replace medical advice.

Safeguarding: These materials support your existing safeguarding procedures and school policies — they do not replace them. Follow your setting's policy for any disclosure or concern.