PSHE (including RSE)

Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) Education is a timetabled subject that acknowledges and addresses the changes and challenges young people experience in an ever-changing world. Through sequenced lessons, students develop skills, knowledge and qualities that enable them to confidently manage their lives, both now and in the future. Our PSHE programme of study supports personal development, raises awareness of fundamental British Values, and promotes tolerance and respect towards the protected characteristics, as defined in law. PSHE plays a key role in safeguarding, as well as supporting students physical and mental wellbeing.  

PSHE comprises of three key themes: 

• Relationships and Sex Education 

• Health and wellbeing  

• Living in the wider world (including economic wellbeing and careers) 

The aim of PSHE is to encourage students to foster healthy relationships by being kind to others and themselves. It provides a ‘toolkit’ that builds students' confidence and independence, enabling them to appropriately manage risks, challenge inappropriate behaviour, and become aware of the increasing influence of their peers and the media. PSHE by its very nature nurtures students, ensuring their happiness and promoting community cohesion.