At All Saints’ RC Primary our PSHE curriculum is designed to empower pupils to make informed, positive decisions about their lives, health, relationships, and wellbeing. The whole school long-term plan is carefully organized using and adapting Think Equal in the Early Years and Kapow Primary PSHE scheme of work from year 1 to year 6 to ensure full coverage of Development Matters and the National Curriculum. The knowledge and skills developed in the Early Years and at each Key Stage provide a solid foundation for future learning both within primary school and beyond.

Think Equal and Kapow’s structured and progressive approach allows teachers to tailor lessons to meet the needs of their pupils while ensuring consistency and high standards across all year groups. Our PSHE progression maps of both knowledge and skills provide clear and specific learning objectives to ensure that the knowledge is embedded in the children’s learning.

The intent of our PSHE curriculum is to:

• Promote Wellbeing: Equip pupils with the knowledge and skills to manage their mental and physical health, promoting overall well-being and emotional resilience.
• Build Positive Relationships: Foster respectful, healthy relationships, where pupils develop empathy, understanding, and communication skills.
• Prepare for the Future: Provide pupils with the tools to become responsible citizens, make informed decisions, and prepare for future opportunities and challenges.
• Ensure Inclusivity: Create an environment where every pupil feels valued, supported, and empowered, regardless of background or ability.
• Support Personal Development: Enable pupils to develop self-awareness, confidence, and a strong sense of identity.

The PSHE curriculum is implemented using the Think Equal and Kapow schemes of work, which offer a structured, progressive framework, in line with Development Matters and the National Curriculum. To support the delivery of PSHE and to ensure that pupils are equipped with the skills they need for their future lives, we use a variety of strategies, including:

• Long Term Plans which provide an overview of all units, progressing from simple concepts in the Early Years and Key Stage 1 to more complex ideas in Key Stage 2. Topics are revisited at increasing levels of depth, allowing pupils to consolidate their understanding and develop skills over time.
• The curriculum for Early Years is structured around 6 core tenets with 25 key social-emotional learning outcomes. These outcomes serve as the foundation of the program’s lessons, narrative books and teaching.  

• The curriculum for KS1 and Key Stage 2 is structured around three key themes:
  • Health and Wellbeing: Topics include emotional regulation, mental health, healthy eating, and physical activity.
  • Relationships: Includes lessons on friendship, respect, consent, and managing conflicts.
  • Living in the Wider World: Covers topics such as responsibility, rights, environmental awareness, and the world of work.
• Lessons are designed to be interactive and engaging, using group discussions, role-playing, case studies, and creative activities. This approach ensures that pupils can relate the topics to their own lives.
• Vocabulary – revision and introduction of vocabulary is identified in our ‘Vocabulary Progression Map’ Vocabulary will be introduced and revisited in every lesson
• Quiz / Knowledge Recall Teachers will devote between five and eight minutes at the start of a lesson, to review previous learning. (Rosenshein’s 10 Principles of Instruction)
• Mind Mapping - mapping to help children retain knowledge taught, it can help improve memory. The mind maps will also help teachers complete their Teacher Assessment.
• Books and Internet – Children will have access to a range of non-fiction books in the class reading area and the school library. iPads and laptops will be available for children to carry out research and present their research findings.
• Information is shared with the school community through the school website, Facebook and Instagram.
• Parents are kept informed about the topics being covered in PSHE and encouraged to support learning at home. The school also engages with external agencies, such as local charities or health professionals, to enhance the learning experience.

The PSHE Curriculum at All Saints’ RC Primary will help pupils to develop a strong understanding of their own self-awareness, self-esteem, and emotional intelligence. Enabling pupils to show greater confidence in managing their emotions, communicating with others, and making decisions. Pupils develop strong, respectful relationships with peers and adults, helping pupils to show an understanding of key concepts such as empathy, consent, and conflict resolution. Pupils learn about healthier lifestyles and therefore begin to make informed choices regarding their physical health, mental wellbeing, and personal safety. Pupils demonstrate a sense of responsibility for their own actions and show an understanding of their rights and duties as members of a community. They contribute positively to school life and are prepared to face challenges and opportunities in later life. Through this structured and engaging approach, the PSHE curriculum, supported by Think Equal and the Kapow scheme of work, ensures that pupils are well-prepared for life’s challenges and responsibilities, both in school and beyond.