Can a student and teacher be in a relationship?

A relationship between a student and a teacher should be acceptable as long as they maintain their professionalism within the school. A persons profession shouldnt determine who theyre allowed to love and express their feelings for. And for a teacher, dating a student might ruin his or her professional reputation.

Are relationships between teachers and students illegal?

Lets Be Clear On Sexual Relations Between Teachers And Students Over 16. Its not OK. The law is crystal clear on this issue. Under the Sexual Offences Act 2003, any sexual relationship between someone who is in a position of trust, such as a teacher and a person to whom that trust extends, is criminal[1].