PSHE

In PHSE, we support the children’s emotional and mental wellbeing in a number of ways, enabling children to flourish whilst  learning how to keep themselves and others safe. We follow the Jigsaw PSHE (Personal, Social, Health and Economic education) scheme of work which offers children a broad and balanced curriculum enabling them to leave primary school with the knowledge, skills and attributes in order to manage their lives, now and in the future. We aim to develop confident, independent learners who are considerate to the thoughts and feelings of others and have a good understanding of the world around them, supporting them in seeking positive transformation in the world. We aim to give them strategies to make safe and informed decisions and to lead healthy, safe and responsible lives, prepared for life in Modern Britain.

In PHSE, all lessons follow the same structure. It begins with a time for reflection and calm, using the Jigsaw 'calm me' script. There is then the introduction of new learning, discussions, questions and reflections, before finishing with a next step for their personal journey. 

Lessons are underpinned with the rules for PHSE lessons, where children are invited to share but never expected to share, they are expected to keep the discussions within the classroom and respect others during the sessions. 

The Jigsaw curriculum is also suplemented with additional focus weeks, such as Children's Mental Health week, Anti-bullying Week, Internet Safety Week, road safety, bikeability (cycling safety) and Big Talk education's Growing up Safe programme. 

In addition to this, children are encouraged to take responsibility for their own wellbeing with support from With Me in Mind, the NHS service, and their Wellbeing Ambassador programme. Children in school are encouraged to apply for the role, undergo training with WMIM practitioners and deliver child led clubs and sessions during the school day. 

We also engage with the WMIM service to deliver both parent and child workshops within the school to support specific issues relating to mental health. 

Pupil voice shows that children are able to talk about what they need to do to keep themselves safe.

"I know that I shouldn't talk to anyone on my games. I wont tell anyone my name"

Year 1

"I would like to be a Wellbeing Ambassador because I want to help people"

Year 5

"Bikeability keeps us safe on our bikes. Its fun to do too"

Year 5