An Investigation To Compare The Academic Performance Of Children Who Attended Pre-school With Those Who did Not Attend Preschool In An Infant 1 Class AT ST. PETERS ANGLICAN SCHOOL

Abstract

The implementation of Sex Education in Belizean primary schools continues to be a controversial issue, particularly among parents and teachers. While some schools have successfully introduced Sex Education with community support, others encounter strong parental objections rooted in the belief that such instruction promotes sexual experimentation among students. In addition, many teachers express discomfort with teaching the subject, often due to limited training or cultural and religious influences that portray sex as inappropriate or shameful. This study investigates the attitudes of parents and teachers toward the teaching of Sex Education to Standard VI students at Trial Farm Government School. The research highlights factors contributing to resistance, including lack of awareness of the curriculum content, cultural beliefs, and insufficient parental knowledge. The findings aim to provide insight into stakeholder perspectives and support the development of informed strategies for implementing Sex Education to address the growing needs of pre-adolescent students, particularly in relation to puberty, sexual development, and the prevalence of early pregnancy among students.