Personal, Social & Health Education (PSHE)

At Georgeham CofE Primary School, personal, social, health, and economic education (PSHE) enables our children to become healthy, independent, resilient, responsible, and confident members of society. Our PSHE curriculum builds upon the skills acquired during the Early Years Foundation Stage, offering both explicit and implicit learning opportunities that reflect pupils’ increasing independence and social awareness. We aim to help children understand their rights and responsibilities, appreciate diversity, and respect others as equals, preparing them to contribute actively to the wider community.

Teachers use and adapt 1Decision planning and resources to ensure comprehensive coverage of the curriculum, addressing needs accordingly. Our PSHE curriculum includes flexibility for teachers to respond to issues arising in their classes. Key vocabulary is regularly revisited to ensure children use terms like ‘mental health’ and ‘bully’ correctly. Special days and events, such as anti-bullying week and Mental Health Days, are integral to our program, along with initiatives like our Mental Health Ambassador team and our KS2 Play Leader group.

Through our PSHE and RSE curriculum, children develop positive body awareness, an understanding of how to stay safe and healthy, and the ability to form and maintain positive relationships. They leave Georgeham CofE Primary School equipped with the skills needed to navigate their future confidently, demonstrating respect, tolerance, and understanding in a diverse and ever-changing world.