"It’s beyond me," says teacher, governor and education consultant Calvin Robinson, "why a Conservative government is pushing this authoritarian approach. The rights and responsibilities of parents to educate their children are paramount."

He also confirmed his intention of abolishing the faith school admissions cap

A government consultation closes tonight on compulsory sex education in schools

On abortion, gender, marriage and sex education, the Tories sound ever more authoritarian

Reports show the current approach is dangerous and ineffective. Catholic schools must show a better alternative

Evidence suggests pregnancy rates fell sharply in those areas where budgets were most aggressively cut

Sir Edward Leigh said the new curriculum must respect parents' rights

Plans will see sex education become a part of the national curriculum in schools across the country