Ages 4–8
Bodies, feelings, families, privacy, boundaries, safety and respectful relationships — introduced through simple language, stories and situations children recognise from everyday life.
- Bodies
- Feelings
- Families
- Boundaries
- Safety
Relationships & Sex Education · Singapore
Growing up brings a lot of questions. I help schools answer them.
I'm Masha, a counsellor and trained RSE educator. I work with international schools to teach children and young people about bodies, puberty, periods, relationships, consent and sexual health — clearly, calmly and without making it weird.
- Trained Relationships & Sex Education educator
- Counsellor · Singapore Association for Counselling member
- Teaching in international schools across Singapore
Hi, I'm Masha.
I'm a counsellor and Relationships & Sex Education educator working with international schools in Singapore.
I created Project YOU because children have questions about their bodies, friendships, relationships and growing up long before adults necessarily feel ready to answer them.
My job is to make those conversations easier.
I use correct scientific language, but keep the classroom relaxed. Children can ask questions, have a giggle and tell me when they don't understand something. Nobody is expected to share anything personal.
When working with our school, Masha was sensitive to the needs of our students based on our curriculum and wellbeing needs. She adapted her approach for our children and presented engaging and collaborative activities…
What we talk about changes as children grow.
Ages 9–12
Puberty, periods, hygiene, reproduction, changing friendships, consent, boundaries and online safety. This is also the age when children tend to have lots of questions.
- Puberty
- Periods
- Friendships
- Consent
- Online safety
Ages 13–18
Relationships, consent, sexual health, contraception, STIs, identity, online sexual content and making informed choices.
- Relationships
- Consent
- Sexual health
- Identity
- Choices
Topics covered
Common topics schools hire me for:
Puberty & growing bodies
What changes during puberty, why those changes happen, hygiene, periods, emotions and taking care of a growing body.
Reproduction & pregnancy
How reproduction, conception and pregnancy work, explained clearly and at an age-appropriate level.
Friendships & relationships
What makes a friendship feel safe, how relationships change as we grow, and the difference between friendship and romantic relationships.
Conflict
Understanding what happens during conflict and practising practical ways to handle disagreements and repair friendships.
Consent & boundaries
Body autonomy, recognising our own boundaries, respecting other people's boundaries and finding the words to communicate them.
Sexual health
Age-appropriate education about sexual health, contraception, STIs, safer choices and where to get reliable information.
What it's like in my classroom
These subjects can feel awkward for children — and sometimes for adults too. I try not to make them more awkward than they need to be.
I use correct scientific language and answer questions clearly. Before we begin, we agree some ground rules: be kind, don't share somebody else's personal information, nobody has to disclose anything about themselves, and all questions are welcome.
And yes, giggling is allowed.
From the workshops
Real questions and materials from sessions across EtonHouse, One World, and Astor.
Practical details
What a workshop looks like
- Ages
- Early Years – Year 12
- Session length
- Usually 45–90 minutes, depending on age and topic
- Group size
- Whole class, year group or small group
- Parent information sessions online or in person
- Take-home conversation prompts
- Additional resources for families
Based in Singapore and working with schools across Singapore and Malaysia. Sessions are delivered in person by preference; online delivery is available on request. Schools are welcome to discuss how the workshop can be tailored to their community's needs or aligned with existing wellbeing programmes.
Working with international schools in Singapore
- EtonHouse International School
- One World International School
- Astor International School
Relationships & Sex Education
Training accreditation with acet UK.
Counselling
Counsellor with seven years' experience, including sexual health and relationships.
Safeguarding
Singapore police clearance available for school safeguarding requirements.
What teachers say
Masha conducted an engaging and impactful workshop for our Year 5 students at EtonHouse International School during their inquiry into Sharing the Planet. Through fun, interactive activities focused on conflict resolution, friendship and healthy relationships, she created a safe and supportive environment that encouraged meaningful participation and reflection. Her warm approach and ability to connect with students made the workshop both enjoyable and valuable.
Questions schools often ask
Are sessions split by age group?
Yes. What I teach — and the language I use — changes considerably with age. A Year 3 conversation about bodies and boundaries is very different from a Year 6 puberty workshop or a secondary-school sexual health session.
Can topics be tailored to our school's curriculum?
Yes. Sessions are mapped to your year-level outcomes and reviewed with the school before delivery.
Do parents see the materials beforehand?
Yes, a parent-facing session is delivered online prior to the programme, Masha will share the resources and content for each session.
How long is each session, and how many do you recommend?
Sessions are usually 45–90 minutes, depending on the students' age, topic and school timetable. Some topics work well as a standalone workshop; others are better taught over several sessions.
What happens if a child gets upset or has a private question?
Masha is counselling-trained. Children are never put on the spot — there's a question box, a quiet space available, and a clear handover to your pastoral team if anything needs care after the room ends.
In-person or online?
In-person for ages 4–9. Older groups can run in hybrid format, but the strongest sessions are still face-to-face — the work depends on reading the room.
Can our teaching staff sit in?
Yes, and it's encouraged. A short staff debrief afterwards helps your team continue the conversation in ordinary classroom moments through the year.
How do we get started?
Send a short note with your year levels, school setting, and the topics you're trying to cover. Masha replies with availability and a suggested shape for the term.
Thinking about a workshop?
Tell me the year group, approximately how many students you have and what you'd like them to learn.
I'll come back to you with some ideas and we can work out what would suit your students and school timetable.
Start a conversationmasha.perepelova@gmail.com
Children usually know when adults are avoiding the subject. Good teaching gives them words they can use, questions they're allowed to ask, and a calmer way to understand what is changing.