Personal, Social and Health Education
Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE) is a vital part of our curriculum. It is designed to give our pupils the confidence, information and skills to make safer choices and wiser decisions in order to live a full and happy life. We follow a programme called Heartsmart - a programme that focuses upon building character, enjoying healthy relationships and developing an understanding of well-being.
Heartsmart covers five principles; Don't Forget to Let Love in, Too Much Selfie isn't Healthy, Don't Rub it In Rub it Out, Fake is a Mistake, No Way Through isn't True and these principles are revisited and built upon each year.
Through PSHE education we enable our children to become healthy, independent and responsible members of society, providing them with the skills and values needed to contribute positively at school and in the wider community. It helps to build character, emotional character, emotional health and resilience in children. It equips them with the foundational principles and skills that will improve their mental health, relationships and academic achievement. Pupils are given opportunity to explore a range of topics including; relationships, bullying, health and healthy lifestyles; diet, exercise, self- esteem and body image, tobacco, alcohol and drugs.
Pupils' personal, social and emotional development is encouraged by a supportive school ethos, where all are valued and encouraged, positive relationships are seen as essential.
We recognise the special role that school has in supporting the role of parents and enhancing the development of achievements in all fields and the potential impact of all aspects of school life.