PSHE
PSHE Coordinator: Miss Lancaster
“Life is like a camera. Just focus on what’s important. Capture the good times, develop from the negatives and if things don’t work out, just take another shot.” - Ziad K. Abdelnour.
The Strands of the PSHE National Curriculum
Accurate and relevant knowledge
Opportunities to turn that knowledge into personal understanding
Opportunities to explore, clarify and if necessary challenge, their own and others’ values, attitudes, beliefs, rights and responsibilities
The skills, language and strategies they need in order to live healthy, safe, fulfilling, responsible and balanced lives.
Our Vision for PSHE…
At Eaves, we believe that through our PSHE and relationships curriculum we are providing our children with the necessary tools to become active, healthy, independent and responsible decision making members of a modern society. We want all of our children to have high aspirations, a belief in themselves, belief in others, tolerance and emotional resilience to support their journey beyond life at Eaves.
What we want for our pupils
To develop a confidence in sharing their own thoughts and opinions with others
To develop skills and attributes to keep themselves healthy and safe
To develop an attitude of a responsible global citizen
To show tolerance of others
To build positive, respectful relationships – themselves and others
Why is PSHE important?
PSHE is at the heart of all we do at Eaves as research shows the positive impact of an effective PSHE curriculum on pupil attainment and positive outcomes for learners. Our PSHE curriculum is entwined into our whole school ethos and it is a curriculum that will always be developing and will never be static to ensure that we are providing the most relevant curriculum for our children that reflects the society they live within.
What PSHE looks like…
At Eaves Primary School, PSHE plays a vital role in equipping our children with the knowledge, understanding, and skills they need to manage their lives effectively, both now and in the future. We recognise the importance of developing the personal qualities that enable children to thrive as individuals, family members, and responsible, contributing members of society.
Our PSHE curriculum is underpinned by the statutory requirements of the National Curriculum and relevant statutory guidance, including drug education, financial education, sex and relationship education (SRE), and the importance of physical activity and a healthy diet. To support high-quality delivery and clear progression, we follow the Jigsaw PSHE scheme, which provides a structured curriculum map and a carefully sequenced progression plan.
PSHE is taught weekly in every class for a minimum of 45 minutes. Lessons are organised around six key themes, known as Puzzles: Being Me in My World, Celebrating Differences, Dreams and Goals, Healthy Me, Relationships, and Changing Me. Each theme is explored over a half-term, allowing children to deepen their understanding and revisit key concepts as they progress through the school. Lessons include opportunities for reflection, mindfulness, meditation, and relaxation, supporting children’s emotional well-being and mental health.
Our PSHE curriculum fully integrates the statutory elements of Relationships and Health Education, alongside emotional literacy, social skills, mindfulness, and spiritual development. Teaching and learning approaches place a strong emphasis on active learning, with pupils engaged in discussion, investigation, and problem-solving activities. We believe it is essential to bring the curriculum alive and to encourage children to step outside of their comfort zones within a supportive, trusting environment.
Across the whole school, we enhance our PSHE provision through the weekly use of Picture News, which exposes children to inspirational and thought-provoking current affairs. These discussions enable pupils to explore contemporary issues related to politics, religion, culture, the environment, society, morals, and spirituality. This approach helps make concepts such as British Values meaningful and relevant, encouraging children to make connections between their personal values, school life, and the wider community. Through respectful discussion and debate, children develop tolerance, empathy, and an understanding of diverse perspectives, reinforcing our school values.
Community lies at the heart of PSHE at Eaves. We ensure that children have regular opportunities to apply their learning in real-life contexts both within and beyond school. Pupils are encouraged to take on active roles through initiatives such as buddy systems, Eaves Ears, the Junior Leadership Team, participation in local debates at St Helens Town Hall, charitable work with local food banks and national charities, and developing links with local care homes. These experiences help children develop independence, responsibility, self-worth, and a strong sense of belonging.
PSHE at Eaves is taught in a variety of ways to reflect the age and needs of our pupils and to ensure a consistent whole-school approach. Knowledge and skills are carefully sequenced so that learning builds progressively year on year. Through this approach, we aim to empower our children with an informed, confident voice and the skills they need to contribute positively to school life and the wider community.
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