PSHE

RSHE (PSHE)

At Arlecdon Primary School, our RSHE curriculum helps children develop the knowledge, skills and understanding they need to lead safe, healthy and happy lives. Through a nurturing and inclusive approach, pupils learn about themselves, their relationships, their communities and the wider world. We encourage children to develop confidence, resilience, respect and responsibility, enabling them to make informed choices and prepare positively for life beyond primary school.

Intent

Our RSHE curriculum aims to equip pupils with the knowledge and skills needed to support their physical health, mental wellbeing, relationships and personal safety. Through carefully sequenced learning, children develop an understanding of emotions, healthy relationships, online safety, community responsibility and growing up. We promote respect, equality, inclusion and diversity, ensuring that every child feels valued and prepared to contribute positively to society. The curriculum is designed to help children become confident, responsible and resilient individuals who can make informed decisions and seek support when needed.

Implementation

RSHE is taught through a progressive curriculum from EYFS to Year 6, building knowledge and skills through five key strands: Community, Relationships, Online Safety, Wellbeing and Growing Up. Learning is age-appropriate, engaging and responsive to the needs of our pupils.

Children explore topics including:

Emotional wellbeing and mental health.

Healthy and respectful relationships.

Families, friendships and communities.

Personal safety and safeguarding.

Physical health and healthy lifestyles.

Online safety and responsible digital citizenship.

Diversity, equality and British values.

Growing up and preparing for future transitions.

Lessons provide opportunities for discussion, reflection, problem-solving and real-life application. A safe and supportive classroom environment enables pupils to share ideas, ask questions and develop the confidence to express their views respectfully.

Impact

By the time pupils leave Arlecdon Primary School, they have developed the knowledge, confidence and skills needed to make positive choices about their health, wellbeing and relationships. They understand how to keep themselves safe, both online and offline, and know where to seek support when needed.

Children demonstrate respect for themselves and others, value diversity and understand their responsibilities as members of a community. They leave school as resilient, thoughtful and compassionate young people who are well prepared for the challenges and opportunities of secondary school and modern life.

Useful Links for Skills Development and Resources

List of PSHE websites for 4-11 year old students, including games and activities and resources for teachers and parents. From Starting Primary School, Self Awareness, Wellbeing and Careers, Relationships, Health and Safety, Community and Global Citizenship.  BBC Bitesize

Learn about the internet and being a SMART surfer; plus lots of good sites for children Childnet

Test your internet safety knowledge with Hacker, listen to some Stay Safe songs with Helen Skelton, News Kids On the Block and Bobby Lockwood and get some tips from the Horrible Histories gang. CBBC Stay Safe