Resources support schools for PPEP Talk®

This form provides school staff with information to share with parents and carers about the PPEP Talk® (Periods, Pain and Endometriosis Program) being delivered at their school. It outlines the purpose of the program, what students will learn, and important notes for families. PPEP Talk® is an evidence-based, government-funded health education program designed to improve understanding of menstrual health and pelvic pain and to support early help-seeking. Parents and carers only need to complete this form if they wish to opt their child out of participating in the session.

From tech to room layout and temperature, our team know how to help your students get the most out of PPEP Talk® visiting your school. Download this document and check off all the items to be ready.

This lesson provides students with a clear, factual introduction to the menstrual cycle. It explains what a period is, why it happens, and the main stages of the cycle, helping students build accurate knowledge, use correct terminology, and understand menstrual health as a normal biological process.

This slide presentation prepares Year 9 and 10 students for the PPEP Talk® visit by introducing the menstrual cycle in a clear and age-appropriate way. It explains what a period is, why it happens, and the main stages of the menstrual cycle, helping students build a shared understanding of this normal biological process and feel more confident engaging in the upcoming session.

This informative flyer details our organisation, what the program covers, links to the Australian Curriculum, health information about endometriosis, further reading and resources and referral pathways.

Period Impact and Pain Assessment (PIPPA) Online Screening Tool

Try this fast and simple, 5-question screening tool to assess whether or not you should see a practitioner about your period pain. The PIPPA tool was developed by Canberra Health Services and is widely accepted as a good benchmark of the impact of period pain.

This downloadable flyer explains what is covered in the PPEP Talk®. You can send this to parents and guardians.

Important information you can share with parents, guardians and students about our program, the prevalence of pelvic pain and endometriosis in Australia to show the importance of this education.

The Pelvic Pain Foundation of Australia provides a 13‑minute introductory video for teachers to share with students prior to the PPEP Talk® session. The video explains the reproductive anatomy of someone assigned female at birth, outlines the stages of the menstrual cycle, and clarifies key terms such as ovulation, hormones, and periods, giving students a clear and accurate foundation before the main program. Viewing this video in advance supports more effective engagement with PPEP Talk® and promotes informed discussion and learning outcomes.

School Nurses play an important role in the acute care of teenagers experiencing periods, pain and endometriosis symptoms at school. This tip sheet is packed for of helpful information for School Nurses.

Designed for use in school sick bays and wellbeing spaces, the kit brings together practical, evidence-informed tools that support safe, non-medicated pain relief and self-management. It includes items such as a reusable heat pack, a TENS machine with clear instructions, and a branded yoga mat with guided stretches to help relax pelvic muscles. Alongside these are age-appropriate educational resources, including a teen-friendly pelvic pain book, factsheets on acupressure, stretching, mindfulness, managing period pain, nutrition, bladder & bowel, and safe medication use.

Our factsheets are all compiled here ready for downloading.

* Tips to Reduce Period and Pelvic Pain

* Easy Stretches to Relax the Pelvis

* Acupressure Guide for Period and Pelvic Pain Management

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If you are concerned about a student experiencing problematic periods or pelvic pain, PPEP Talk® Next Steps offers a free, online support option for students and their families. Delivered quarterly via Zoom, these sessions build on the information provided during PPEP Talk® school sessions.

The sessions are designed specifically for students and families (not school staff or nurses), require no payment or Medicare card, and registration is via a simple form—our team will then contact the family. Sessions are led by Associate Professor Susan Evans, Gynaecologist, Specialist Pain Medicine Physician and author, alongside an experienced Pelvic Physiotherapist. 

Reinforce the PPEP Talk® learning outcomes with these handy classroom posters. Why not print them, laminate them and put them in the school toilets.

This lesson consolidates learning after the PPEP Talk® session by exploring pelvic pain in more depth. Students learn to recognise what is normal versus not normal, understand basic pain science, identify when to seek help, and develop empathy for others who may be experiencing pelvic pain. Worksheets included.

Supporting students after PPEP Talk® is easy with this slideshow consolidating pelvic pain education in more depth. Students learn to recognise what is normal versus not normal, understand basic pain science, identify when to seek help, and develop empathy for others who may be experiencing pelvic pain. Slideshow presentation included.

A summary on a page that hits all the messages you need to convey to consolidate learning post PPEP Talk®.