PSHE

• PSHE education helps pupils to develop the knowledge, skills and attributes they need to thrive as individuals, family members and members of society.
• PSHE education introduces pupils to some of the opportunities, challenges and responsibilities they will face growing up.
• Through PSHE education, pupils are better prepared to navigate, participate and stay safe in this world.
• PSHE education helps children achieve their full potential by supporting their wellbeing and tackling issues that can affect their ability to learn, such as anxiety and unhealthy relationships.

Why is PSHE important?
PSHE teaches us how to make informed choices and be enterprising and ambitious. Through PSHE education, we focus on achieving our potential by supporting our wellbeing and tackling issues that can affect our ability to learn, such as anxiety and unhealthy relationships. In PSHE, we learn the importance of a healthy lifestyle and positive relationships.

When is PSHE taught?
PSHE is taught both discretely and through thematic units. The attached overview maps out which thematic units feature this subject and the coverage overviews clearly show the objectives taught. Separate lessons are also planned in across each phase.

How is PSHE taught?
PSHE is taught through a combination of subject knowledge and skill building. Learning takes place both inside and outside the classroom.