Our PSHE including RSHE curriculum takes a whole school approach to themes which help children to value themselves and respect others, and to keep themselves safe and healthy. The scheme incorporates health education including healthy relationships, mental wellbeing and helps children to become our partners in tackling bullying and discrimination.
Our aims:
- Provide a framework in which sensitive discussions can take place
- Prepare pupils for puberty, and give them an understanding of sexual development and the importance of health and hygiene
- Help pupils develop feelings of self-respect, confidence and empathy
- Create a positive culture around issues of sexuality and relationships
- Teach pupils the correct vocabulary to describe themselves and their bodies
PSHE at Hallow
Every child is an artist creatively interpreting and expressing the world they experience.
Intent
At Hallow we follow Twinkl Life’s PSHE and Citizenship scheme of work which aims to equip children with essential skills for life; it intends to develop the whole child through carefully planned and resourced lessons that develop the knowledge, skills and attributes children need to protect and enhance their wellbeing. Through these lessons, children will learn how to stay safe and healthy, build and maintain successful relationships and become active citizens, responsibly participating in society around them.
Implementation
As part of our planning process teachers refer to the following documents:
- National Curriculum
- Hallow Progression grids
- Hallow Long-term and medium-term plan
Twinkl Life’s PSHE units are designed to be delivered in a creative manner, using many approaches such as role play, discussion and games with groups of various sizes. These activities enable children to build confidence and resilience. Resources are also provided for communicating with parents and carers about how and why each theme is covered and suggestions for extending the learning at home. Each lesson begins with a discussion of children’s existing knowledge and experience and ends with an opportunity to consolidate and reflect upon learning.
Impact
Through our PSHE curriculum, children are enabled to develop the vocabulary and confidence needed to clearly articulate their thoughts and feelings in a climate of openness, trust and respect, and know when and how they can seek the support of others. They will apply their understanding of society to their everyday interactions, from the classroom to the wider community of which they are a part. Our curriculum supports the active development of a school culture that prioritises physical and mental health and wellbeing, providing children with skills to evaluate and understand their own wellbeing needs, practise self-care and contribute positively to the wellbeing of those around them.