PSHE
Please select the relevant Year group for more information on the curriculum.
Curriculum Map
Curriculum Intent
Underpinning all that we do at CHS are the values of knowledge, determination and love. PSHE provides a vital role in developing all three of these values. Our intent is to develop confident students who are not afraid to ask questions, can work independently and resourcefully and think creatively when dealing with challenging situations. We want to build resilient learners who can make the best choices for their future pathways.
Year 7 PSHE
Year 7 PSHE
Number of lessons a fortnight: 1
Aims of the course:
Personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) education is an important and necessary part of all pupils’ education.
PSHE is a non-statutory subject which allows schools the flexibility to tailor delivery of high-quality PSHE. There are however statutory requirements that schools must cover from September 2020 and we are already up to speed on this. In line with government recommendations, our PSHE education programme equips pupils with a sound understanding of risk and with the knowledge and skills necessary to make safe and informed decisions. The statutory content covers drug education, financial education, sex and relationship education (SRE) and the importance of physical activity and diet for a healthy lifestyle.
Through PSHE lessons and additional school provision we will ensure to safeguard pupils, support their spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical development and prepare them for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of life.
Our programme of study is taken from guidance set out by The PSHE Association and includes three core themes:
- Health and Wellbeing
- Relationships
- Living in the Wider World
Content; Skills / Knowledge:
- Transition to secondary school
- Diet, exercise & healthy choices
- Social Media /
- Digital literacy
- Self esteem
- Relationships – Diversity, prejudice and bullying
- Self esteem and romance
- Health and wellbeing - Alcohol, tobacco and other substances
- Equalities / LGBTQ
- Friendship
- Exploring family life
- Health and wellbeing - Managing puberty and unwanted contact
- Health & Wellbeing
- Sex Education Physical
- Relationship
- Sex Education
- Emotional plus issues of “quality relationships and stability in the family
- Making ethical financial decisions
How can parents help?
PSHE helps to promote child wellbeing, helping to keep children safe from harm by encouraging them to make informed choices. With the right learning provision and tools, these subjects can be taught in a safe environment and provide solid foundations to children of all ages. This enables and empowers children to understand what is right and wrong in any complicated situations they face, now, and in the future. Ultimately, PSHE helps ensure that children are safe, happy and healthy, by allowing them to understand when they may not be.
As a school we understand the impact that both home and school life have on a young person. It is our most sincere aim to work alongside parents in helping to educate our young people on the topics covered. Needless to say, parents can have a huge positive affect on reinforcing the positive messages and essential education we are providing and discussions with your child are likely to be helpful.
Year 8 PSHE
Year 8 PSHE
Number of lessons a fortnight: 1
Aims of the course:
Personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) education is an important and necessary part of all pupils’ education.
PSHE is a non-statutory subject which allows schools the flexibility to tailor delivery of high-quality PSHE. There are however statutory requirements that schools must cover from September 2020 and we are already up to speed on this. In line with government recommendations, our PSHE education programme equips pupils with a sound understanding of risk and with the knowledge and skills necessary to make safe and informed decisions. The statutory content covers drug education, financial education, sex and relationship education (SRE) and the importance of physical activity and diet for a healthy lifestyle.
Through PSHE lessons and additional school provision we will ensure to safeguard pupils, support their spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical development and prepare them for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of life.
Our programme of study is taken from guidance set out by The PSHE Association and includes three core themes:
- Health and Wellbeing
- Relationships
- Living in the Wider World
Content; Skills / Knowledge:
- First aid intro
- Alcohol and drug misuse and managing peer influence
- Alcohol and drug misuse and managing peer influence 2
- Racism and religious discrimination
- Rights and responsibilities in the community
- Mental health, emotional well-being and body image
- Online safety, Social Media /Digital literacy
- Managing change and loss
- Sexuality and consent
- Contraception
- Evaluating value for money
- Risks and consequences making financial decisions
- Equalities / LGBTQ
How can parents help?
PSHE helps to promote child wellbeing, helping to keep children safe from harm by encouraging them to make informed choices. With the right learning provision and tools, these subjects can be taught in a safe environment and provide solid foundations to children of all ages. This enables and empowers children to understand what is right and wrong in any complicated situations they face, now, and in the future. Ultimately, PSHE helps ensure that children are safe, happy and healthy, by allowing them to understand when they may not be.
As a school we understand the impact that both home and school life have on a young person. It is our most sincere aim to work alongside parents in helping to educate our young people on the topics covered. Needless to say, parents can have a huge positive affect on reinforcing the positive messages and essential education we are providing and discussions with your child are likely to be helpful.
Year 9 PSHE
Year 9 PSHE
Number of lessons a fortnight: 1
Aims of the course:
Personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) education is an important and necessary part of all pupils’ education.
PSHE is a non-statutory subject which allows schools the flexibility to tailor delivery of high-quality PSHE. There are however statutory requirements that schools must cover from September 2020 and we are already up to speed on this. In line with government recommendations, our PSHE education programme equips pupils with a sound understanding of risk and with the knowledge and skills necessary to make safe and informed decisions. The statutory content covers drug education, financial education, sex and relationship education (SRE) and the importance of physical activity and diet for a healthy lifestyle.
Through PSHE lessons and additional school provision we will ensure to safeguard pupils, support their spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical development and prepare them for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of life.
Our programme of study is taken from guidance set out by The PSHE Association and includes three core themes:
- Health and Wellbeing
- Relationships
- Living in the Wider World
Content; Skills / Knowledge:
- Diet, lifestyle and unhealthy coping strategy
- Healthy relationships
- Reflecting on learning skills
- The power of commitment
- Peer pressure, assertiveness and risk
- Social media and digital literacy
- Managing conflict
- Drug and alcohol abuse and addiction
- Peer pressure in relation to illicit substances
- Sex Education
- Sexting, STI’s and porn
- Finance
- First aid course (2 hours)
How can parents help?
PSHE helps to promote child wellbeing, helping to keep children safe from harm by encouraging them to make informed choices. With the right learning provision and tools, these subjects can be taught in a safe environment and provide solid foundations to children of all ages. This enables and empowers children to understand what is right and wrong in any complicated situations they face, now, and in the future. Ultimately, PSHE helps ensure that children are safe, happy and healthy, by allowing them to understand when they may not be.
As a school we understand the impact that both home and school life have on a young person. It is our most sincere aim to work alongside parents in helping to educate our young people on the topics covered. Needless to say, parents can have a huge positive affect on reinforcing the positive messages and essential education we are providing and discussions with your child are likely to be helpful.
