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As a former 5th grade teacher I firmly believe that any education on sex should be taught by the parent, no exceptions. Children are all different, and the parents know them best.
Unfortunately, a huge number of parents do not know, or seem to care to learn, the first thing about raising their kids, and want the schools to do it all, then complain when it isn't done to their satisfaction.
To answer your question, only you know when it is appropriate, if you are paying attention. And you should be the one to teach it. We are not talking the mechanics of it, though that will need discussion too at some point, but the whole concept. For some kids it could start with high level basics at 3 years old, like when they see dogs doing it. For others it is later.
No way a teacher can choose the right time as the curriculum is set for them, not only when, but how, to teach it. Needless to say, the instruction will be far too much for some, and not enough for others.
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