Intent

At Northfield St Nicholas Primary academy the PSHE (RSE) curriculum aims to prepare children to live in an increasingly complex world, which presents both positive and exciting opportunities as well as challenges and risk. It will achieve this by helping them develop the knowledge, skills and attributes they will need to keep themselves and others safe, to be healthy and prepared for life and work The curriculum aims to provide the children with the necessary skills to manage their lives now and in the future.

By the time they leave NSNPA children will have an essential understanding of how to stay healthy. They will be taught about the concept of mental wellbeing and how to take care of themselves and receive support if mental health issues arise. They will understand the key building blocks of respectful relationships that focus on family and friends in all contexts, including online. They will be skilled in managing their academic, personal and social lives in a positive way and know how to manage their personal safety by assessing and handling risk. They will be prepared to make the most of life and work and live in the wider world. Each year, students build on their understanding through a clear progression of skills and Key Vocabulary. The curriculum has been written in consultation with parents/carers and the wider community in line with statutory requirements. The PSHE (RSE) curriculum is taught alongside our safeguarding themes. PSHE (RSE) lessons are taught weekly, and evidence is collected in class floor books. Termly safeguarding themes ensure children know how to keep themselves and others safe, the key messages are shared in assemblies and followed up in class.