PSHE
Why is the study of PSHE important?
PSHE including RSE, is a planned programme of learning through which children and young people acquire the knowledge, understanding and skills they need to lead healthy safe and successful lives. As part of a whole school approach, PSHE develops the qualities and attributes pupils need to thrive as individuals and members of society.
PSHE prepares students for life outside the classroom and teaches them the skills to make informed decisions about their futures. PSHE contributes to teaching students to be safe, both on and offline. It contributes to personal development by helping children and young people to build their personal identities, confidence and self-esteem, make career choices and understand what influences their decisions including financial ones. It develops self-understanding, empathy and the ability to work with others. These skills will help young people to enjoy health and productive relationships in all aspects of their lives.
PSHE follows the national curriculum themes – Relationships education, SRE, health education, personal development, emotional well-being and mental health, British values and SMSC (including inclusion and equalities).
PSHE Learning Journey – VIEW
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Curriculum Implementation
We follow a programme of study bespoke to our students and our community. The scheme of learning follows the statutory guidelines for RSE and Health education 2021 and the updated guidance 2025.The programmes cover all areas of PSHE for the secondary phase including statutory relationships education, RSE and Health Education. The table below gives the learning theme of each of the six units and these are taught across the school; the learning deepens and broadens every year.
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How can PSHE support your future?
PSHE teaches students the skills needed to become successful and happy citizens in their future.
It encompasses Physical and Mental Health Education, Relationships and Sex Education, Careers Education, Respecting Equality and Diversity, Economic Education and building of skills such as assertiveness and resilience. It is a key subject for life skills and education required for all careers.
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Student Testimonial
“I enjoy PSHE lessons. I think they are the most important subject because we learn the skills we need for our future. We learn how to apply for jobs, how to keep safe and how to look after our mental health. I enjoy the discussions and teamwork activities we do.”
