PSHE Intent, Implementation and Impact
PSHE at Carleton Endowed CE Primary school
At Carleton Endowed CE Primary, personal, social, health and education (PSHE) is an embedded part of our broad and balanced curriculum. Pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural (SMSC) development is at the heart of our school ethos. British Values are promoted through the overarching aims and objectives of PSHE by supporting our children to become healthy and responsible members of society, as well as preparing them for life and work in modern Britain.
1. PSHE Curriculum Intent
The intent of our PSHE curriculum is to equip our pupils with the knowledge, skills, attitudes and values necessary to lead healthy, safe, and successful lives as responsible citizens. We aim to deliver a progressive curriculum which covers knowledge and skills through a wide range of topics. Our PSHE curriculum is designed to be accessible, inclusive and relevant to the individual needs and experiences of our pupils, as well as promoting their personal development and well being.
We provide our children with opportunities for them to learn about rights and responsibilities and respect diversity. Our children are encouraged to develop their sense of self-worth by playing a positive role in contributing to school life and the wider community. We aim to enable children to reflect on and clarify their own values and attitudes.
At Carleton Endowed CE Primary we foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment, where pupils are encouraged to express their views, challenge stereotypes, and celebrate diversity.
2. PSHE Curriculum Implementation
To ensure the effective implementation of our PSHE curriculum, we follow a holistic and child-centered approach that engages with pupils in a variety of ways. Our teaching is based on a spiral, bespoke curriculum, in order to meet the needs of our children. We use a scheme of work called Jigsaw PSHE and supplement this using PSHE Association and NSPCC. Learning moves progressively from one year to the next, revisiting and building on previous knowledge and skills.
Our PSHE curriculum is delivered through a range of strategies, including discrete whole class weekly planned lessons, assemblies, workshops and cross-curricular links. We use a variety of teaching techniques, such as discussions, role-plays, case studies, videos, and interactive activities, to actively engage pupils and promote their understanding and application of the subject matter.
Our comprehensive curriculum covers all core areas of PSHE: Health and Well-being, Relationships, and Living in the wider world and takes into account the statutory requirements set out by the Department for Education, including teaching about online safety, the risks and impact of drugs and alcohol, and the importance of mental health and emotional well-being.
3. PSHE Curriculum Impact
The impact of our PSHE curriculum is evident through the positive outcomes of children learning the content outlined in our PSHE curriculum. Our approach develops critical thinking, emotional intelligence, resilience and self-esteem. Through a well-rounded PSHE education, our pupils are equipped with the necessary skills to make informed and responsible decisions about their physical and mental health, relationships, financial matters, involvement in their communities and staying safe on and offline.
Our pupils develop their own values to help them contribute positively to their own well-being and that of others.
Overall, our PSHE curriculum encompasses our Christian vision and our values of love, hope, joy and courage. It supports the development of confident, resilient and compassionate citizens, who are well-prepared for the demands of the modern world.