🧠 PSHE at Petteril Bank Primary School
“The greatest gifts you can give your children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence.” — Denis Waitley
At Petteril Bank Primary School we aim to give our pupils the knowledge, skills and attitudes that they need to effectively navigate the complexities of life in the 21st Century. The curriculum covers key areas which will support children to make informed choices now and in the future around their health, safety, wellbeing, relationships, and financial matters and will support them in becoming confident individuals and active members of society.
📚 Our Curriculum Approach
- Health and wellbeing
- Relationships education
- Living in the wider world
Our KS1 & 2 topics cover;
- Families and relationships
- Health and Wellbeing
- Safety and the changing body
- Citizenship
- Economic wellbeing
The lessons are based upon the statutory requirements for Relationships and Health education, but where our lessons go beyond these requirements (primarily Citizenship and Economic well-being areas) they refer to the PSHE Association Programme of Study which is recommended by the DFE.
Sex education has been included in line with the DFE recommendations and is covered in Year 6 of our scheme.
The Scheme, supports the requirements of the Equality Act through direct teaching, for example, learning about different families, the negative effects of stereotypes and celebrating differences, in addition to the inclusion of diverse teaching resources throughout the lessons.
If you would like to read our detailed Parents Guide on the RSE Curriculum, please contact the school office to request the password.
📜 Statutory Requirements
- Relationships Education is compulsory in all primary schools and focuses on family and friendships, respect, personal boundaries, and online safety.
- Health Education is also compulsory and includes physical health, mental wellbeing, personal hygiene, and healthy lifestyles.
- Greater focus on online safety and digital wellbeing
- Teaching correct names for body parts to support safeguarding
- Education on financial exploitation and online risks
- Emphasis on mental health topics such as grief, loss, and loneliness
- Recognition of diverse family structures
🏡 Supporting PSHE at Home
- Talking openly about emotions, relationships, and wellbeing
- Encouraging healthy habits and routines
- Discussing online safety and responsible digital behaviour
- Celebrating diversity and inclusion
📚 Useful Links
- KAPOW Primary PSHE
- https://pshe-association.org.uk/
- BBC Bitesize PSHE
- GOV.UK Statutory Guidance
