P.S.H.E. (incl R.S.H.E.)
“Let us be concerned for one another, to help one another to show love and to do good”
Hebrews 10:25
Vision
In our school, the PSHE and RHSE curriculum aims to raise awareness of key issues, establish an environment conducive to learning and understanding RSHE, foster an atmosphere of trust where children feel comfortable discussing these topics, provide support for pupils needing additional guidance, and ensure that children are taught about relationships and sex in an age-appropriate manner that aligns with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Guiding Principles
1. Faith-Centered Approach
Rooted in Catholic Teaching: All PSHE (Personal, Social, Health, and Economic) and RSHE (Relationships, Sex, and Health Education) content should align with the teachings of the Catholic Church, emphasising the dignity of the human person and the sanctity of life.
Spiritual Development: Foster pupils' spiritual growth, helping them understand and live out Gospel values in their daily lives.
2. Holistic Development
Integral Human Development: Address intellectual, physical, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects of pupils’ lives to nurture well-rounded individuals.
Balanced Curriculum: Ensure a comprehensive curriculum that balances academic knowledge with essential life skills, moral education, and personal development.
3. Respect and Dignity
Value of Each Person: Promote respect for oneself and others, recognising the unique worth and dignity of every individual as made in the image of God.
Inclusive Environment: Create an inclusive, supportive, and safe environment where every pupils feels valued and respected.
4. Healthy Relationships
Love and Service: Teach pupils principles of love, compassion, and service, encouraging them to build positive, healthy, and respectful relationships.
Family and Community: Highlight the importance of family and community, fostering a sense of belonging and responsibility toward others.
5. Personal Responsibility and Wellbeing
Moral Responsibility: Encourage students to make morally sound decisions and take responsibility for their actions.
Self-Care and Wellbeing: Promote physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing, guiding pupils to develop healthy lifestyles and self-care practices.
6. Safeguarding and Protection
Child Protection: Prioritise safeguarding and protecting children, ensuring they are aware of how to stay safe and what to do if they feel unsafe.
Trusted Adults: Encourage pupils to seek help and support from trusted adults within the school community when needed.
7. Parental and Community Engagement
Partnership with Parents: Recognise parents as the primary educators of their children and work in partnership with them to support the holistic development of students.
Service and Global Awareness: Encourage active participation in service projects and community activities, fostering responsibility and commitment to the common good, and developing awareness of global issues and the Church’s social teaching.
Implementation
Personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) education is an important and necessary part of all pupils’ education. PSHE can encompass many areas of study and we have taken into account the needs of all our pupils in outlining our curriculum coverage.
Our main aim here at Our Lady of Walsingham, is that our PSHE education programme equips our pupils with a sound understanding of risk and with the knowledge and skills necessary to make safe and informed decisions.
Our PSHE education programme builds on the statutory content outlined in the national curriculum and in statutory guidance on: drug education, financial education, relationship and sex education and the importance of physical activity and diet for a healthy lifestyle.
We have chosen to use the ‘My Life’ PSHE programme published by Collins. This is a complete PSHE course for children age 5–11, providing schools with a Scheme of Work for the primary years.
The programme provides structured progression so children build up their understanding of health, relationships, safety and social issues in age-appropriate steps. It encourages personal development of important qualities such as resilience, responsibility and wellbeing.
Our RSHE curriculum is delivered through ‘A Journey in Love’ recommended by the Liverpool Archdiocese.
Equality and Diversity curriculum is delivered through the 'No Outsiders in Our School – Teaching the Equality Act in Primary Schools' as recommended by the Liverpool Archdiocese.
Curriculum Map
PSHE/RSHE Implementation on a Page
End of Key Stage Expectations
My Life - PSHE for healthier, happier Children Progression Maps
OLW RSHE Approach
PSHE, RSHE & Equality & Diversity