Can I get away with having sex with a teacher?

Sex & the Law Simplify

No. A sexual relationship between a teacher and a student is illegal in the UK, even if you're over 16.

The is 16, but there's an extra rule for people in positions of trust. Teachers, coaches, care workers, and similar adults are not allowed to have sexual contact with anyone under 18 who is in their care. That's the law, and it applies regardless of whether you wanted it to happen.

If a teacher has a sexual relationship with a student, the teacher is committing a crime. They could be prosecuted and would lose their job and their career.

The law isn't there to stop you having a good time. It's there because when someone has power over you, it's harder to be sure that what's happening is really your choice. That doesn't mean your feelings aren't real. It means the adult in the situation has a responsibility not to act on them.

If a teacher has made a move on you or is behaving in a way that feels wrong, tell someone. You can speak to another teacher, a parent, or one of the services below.

No. Having sex with a teacher is against the law, even if you are over 16.

Teachers are in a . That means they are not allowed to have sexual contact with any student under 18. It does not matter if you wanted it to happen. The teacher is the one breaking the law.

The law is there because when someone has power over you, like a teacher does, it is harder to be sure that what is happening is really your choice.

If a teacher has done something sexual with you or behaved in a way that feels wrong, tell someone you trust. You can talk to another teacher, a parent, or call Childline.