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Learning at Home

Most of Oxfordshire’s children and young people go to school or college – but some are educated at home

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LGBTQ

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender or Questioning - find out more about sexuality and gender identity.

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Ready or Not & the Law

Most people do not have sex until after the age of consent (16). Many people leave it for longer. How can you know if you are ready to have sex?

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School leaving age

Children must stay in education, training and learning until age 18. This can be at school, college, or (after age 16) in a job with training, like an apprenticeship.

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Self Harm

Self harm: spotting the signs, identifying risks and helping someone at risk

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Sexual Health

It's important to know the facts on how to keep yourself and your partner sexually healthy before you start having sex.

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Staying out of Trouble

If you are worried that you or your friends are getting into trouble, there are things you can do to help

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Staying safe online

The internet is an important part of life and learning, but you should be aware of problems you might have online and take steps to be safe.

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Stop smoking

Information on how to get help if you, or someone you care for is smoking

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Stress and anxiety

Everyone feels stressed sometimes and it can be useful and motivate your mind. But if you feel too much stress, too often, and can't calm down, then there may be a problem.

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The Justice System

Why do children and young people commit crimes? And what happens if you do?

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Victims of Crime

Know what to do if you or someone you know has been a victim of crime.

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Voting and Participation

How to vote and why you should, as well as other ways to get involved in local and national politics at all ages

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Your Rights

In Oxfordshire, in the United Kingdom and in most parts of the world everyone has rights which must be respected - by law.