Your pupils deserve better than one lesson and silence

Cycles of Care gives schools a whole-school approach to menstrual health. Confident staff. Informed parents. Pupils who can stay focused and get support when they need it.

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One Pshe Lesson Is Not Enough

Most schools cover periods once and move on.

But one lesson does not prepare pupils for what they will actually face. It does not help staff respond when a pupil is struggling. It does not reach parents. And it does not support pupils sitting exams while managing pain, anxiety, or an irregular cycle.

Does this sound familiar?

  • You know menstrual health matters, but you are not sure what you are required to cover or how
  • Staff feel uncertain and unsupported when a pupil raises concerns
  • You are worried about getting it wrong, overstepping, or causing embarrassment
  • Parents are not in the loop and there is no clear way to bring them in
  • The topic gets squeezed into one slot and never comes up again

This is not a failing on your school's part. There just has not been a proper system to follow. Until now.

A System, Not Just A Session

Cycles of Care is a menstrual health education and support programme for primary and secondary schools.

It works across your whole school community at the same time, supporting pupils, staff, and parents together.

Delivered by a qualified Children's Nurse with nearly 20 years of clinical experience and direct experience in school-based health education. Practical, evidence-based, and built around real school life.

What Changes When Schools Get This Right

Pupils stop dreading it and start managing it.

Age-appropriate sessions give pupils the knowledge and language they need. They leave knowing what is normal, where to get support, and how to manage periods without it becoming a barrier to learning.

Staff stop guessing and start responding with confidence.

Your team gets clear guidance on what to look for, how to respond, and where the boundaries sit. Nobody is expected to become an expert. They just need to know what to do, and this gives them exactly that.

Parents stop being left out and start being brought in.

Cycles of Care includes parent-facing resources so families know what is being taught, why, and how to continue the conversation at home. This builds trust and consistency between school and home.

Exam season stops being a crisis and starts being planned for.

Most menstrual health programmes ignore the academic impact of periods entirely. Cycles of Care addresses it directly, helping schools put support in place before exam season rather than scrambling on the day.

You get evidence of good practice you can actually point to.

Whether you are preparing for inspection, reviewing PSHE provision, or looking to meet RSHE statutory guidance with more confidence, Cycles of Care gives you something concrete to evidence.

Here Is How It Works

Tell us about your school

Use the enquiry form or send an email to share a little about your school, the year groups involved, and what you are looking for. We will arrange a short call to understand your priorities.

We recommend the right package

You can start small with a single pupil session or go for a full whole-school approach. Many schools start with one session and build from there.

We take care of everything

We prepare all materials, provide parent information where needed, and deliver in person. You get evaluation tools after delivery so you can evidence impact and plan next steps.

Choose The Right Level Of Support

Seed: A strong start for pupil understanding. 

One in-person session delivered by a qualified Children's Nurse. Aligned with PSHE and RSHE statutory guidance. Pupils leave with better understanding, less embarrassment, and clear signposting for where to get help. Specialist delivery without adding pressure to your staff.

Grow: Sessions plus the resources to keep it going

Everything in Seed, plus digital pupil resources for ongoing use, parent-facing information, and exam support materials for secondary schools. Consistent messaging between school and home, all year round.

Thrive: The whole-school approach. Recommended.

Everything in Grow, plus in-person staff training, guidance on safeguarding and professional boundaries, policy support, and practical advice on creating a menstrual-health-friendly school environment. Built for schools that want something sustainable, not a one-off input.

Staff training covers

how to teach the topic with confidence, how to spot pupils who are struggling, safeguarding and boundaries, and how to support pupils through exam periods.

Policy and environment support includes

reviewing or developing relevant school policies, practical environmental changes, and remote consultation where needed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this already covered in our PSHE provision?

Possibly in part. But most PSHE coverage stops at basic biology. Cycles of Care goes further, addressing staff confidence, parent communication, exam support, and school systems. It is designed to complement your existing provision, not replace it.

Will this be controversial with parents?

The programme uses age-appropriate, evidence-based content. Parent-facing resources are included so families know exactly what is being taught and why. Transparency is built into the process from the start.

 

Will it embarrass pupils?

Sessions are delivered sensitively and inclusively, with language that is clear and calm rather than clinical. The goal is to normalise the topic, not make it a big deal.

 

Will staff be expected to become experts?

No. The programme is specifically designed so staff feel supported without being overwhelmed. Training gives them clear guidance and boundaries, not a new specialism to manage.

 

Is this suitable for primary schools?

Yes. KS2 sessions are designed specifically for younger pupils with age-appropriate content and language. Claire is a Children's Nurse with direct experience of working with this age group.

 

Does this work for LGBTQ+ inclusive settings?

Yes. All language and content is inclusive by design, reflecting the full range of pupils in your school community.

 

Your Pupils Will Face This. The Question Is Whether School Is Ready

Cycles of Care makes sure they are not facing it alone. And neither are your staff.

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Real Women, Real Results

"Delivered by a qualified Children's Nurse with nearly 20 years of clinical experience and direct experience in school-based health education."