Each Half Term Students study a scheme for learning which has a focus on an enquiry question; developing their knowledge and understanding of the topic to be able to answer that enquiry question with confidence.

• What are the expectations of High School?
• What are the basics of staying safe?
• How will my body change as I grow older?
• What can I do when someone is in danger?
• What are human rights and responsibilities?
• How do relationships affect self-esteem?

The PSHCEe curriculum for year 7 is designed to support the new cohort with settling in to Park High and to develop their sense of self and their ability to live safely and productively as responsible citizens in both school and the community. Therefore, it begins with a focus on the transition from Primary school to Secondary school and how to adjust to new environment and expectations. This is done through an exploration of the terms ‘resilience’ and ‘support networks’. With a view to their growing independence, the students then move on to think about personal safety and how to manage or prevent harmful situations. This includes on and offline in a range of areas such as social media, roads, fires and emergency scenarios. In the Spring term, students complete a unit on puberty including managing the physical and emotional changes it brings along while encouraging body positivity. Building on this theme the following scheme of learning is an exploration of identity and self-esteem with a focus on friendships, diversity and inclusion and the effects of peer pressure. The next unit follows this by trying to empower the students as global citizens, focusing on current issues and how our young people can bring about positive change through campaigns and fundraising. The theme of responsibility and taking action is continued in the second half term where students learn how to perform basic first aid both in terms of practical and emotional support in addition to how and when to call the emergency services. 

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The programme is always under review to ensure it meet the needs of the students and in response to current issues/topics. For this reason, there may be some changes to the curriculum during the year. 

KS3 Assessment:
Home learning is allocated by each department. It may be an isolated piece of work, a project, research or an alternative task which challenges the students to solidify their knowledge and/or extend it. The PSHCEe curriculum is comprised of six units – each of these are assessed at the end of the half term through a written or speaking and listening assessment. There are no formal external examinations – all assessments are internal.

 

Each Half Term Students study a scheme for learning which has a focus on an enquiry question; developing their knowledge and understanding of the topic to be able to answer that enquiry question with confidence.

• What should I know about drugs?
• What does it mean to show tolerance and respect?
• How can I become politically active?
• How can I spot the signs of good and bad mental health?
• What does it mean to be money-wise?
• How can I start planning for my future aspirations?

The PSHCEe curriculum for year 8 builds on this year seven content. It begins by deepening their understanding of healthy relationships, first considered in the Year 7 Autumn 1 unit. This is done through the lens of friendships and a consideration of what healthy friendships look like and how to manage the demands of peer pressure and conflict. The second unit of the year feeds into their understanding of citizenship through a focus on topical issues such as prejudice and discrimination, fair trade and values. This is an essential concept of citizenship with a focus on how and why it is important to combat prejudice and discrimination in society through an analysis of discriminatory behaviour and language. Following on from the year 7 work on identity and self-esteem, they explore how to make decisions and why, with links to careers. Following this, students build on their exploration of healthy lifestyles, risks and safety through a study of drugs and alcohol. The next unit is a return to citizenship with a focus on being a UK Citizen and the UK parliamentary system. Finally, students continue to develop their capacity to live in the wider world through a unit on financial capability which includes setting up a bank account, using an ATM and budgeting. 

Recommended websites/sources for support can be found under the relevant tab

The programme is always under review to ensure it meet the needs of the students and in response to current issues/topics. For this reason, there may be some changes to the curriculum during the year. 

KS3 Assessment:
Home learning is allocated by each department. It may be an isolated piece of work, a project, research or an alternative task which challenges the students to solidify their knowledge and/or extend it. The PSHCEe curriculum is comprised of six units – each of these are assessed at the end of the half term through a written or speaking and listening assessment. There are no formal external examinations – all assessments are internal.

Each Half Term Students study a scheme for learning which has a focus on an enquiry question; developing their knowledge and understanding of the topic to be able to answer that enquiry question with confidence.

• Why do we need a criminal justice system?
• How can we protect ourselves from harm and exploitation?
• How can I manage my sexual curiosity?
• What preferences should I pick for GCSE?
• What are the dangers of illegal drugs?
• How can I manage my finances for future success and financial safety?

The year 9 curriculum begins with a consideration of what it means to live legally as a member of UK society and how the Criminal Justice system seeks to keep individuals accountable to this. It particularly focuses on this through the lens of gangs and knife crime, moving on to consider how violence is not an effective route to change and how the UK democratic system can be utilised for this process. This feeds into the next scheme of learning which concerns managing risks particularly online including how to prevent cyberbullying and keeping safe from exploitation in relationships. In Spring they learn about the risks of a variety of drugs including the legal, emotional and financial implications of drug use. They look at what we mean by a healthy relationship including appropriate attitudes towards sexual relations and how to prevent risks of pregnancy and the spreading of STIs. Students then consider what they want to pick for their GCSE preferences linking their options to future aspirations.

Relationships and Sex education (RSE):  Parents do not have the right to withdraw their child from RSE that is part of National Curriculum Science.  Parents do have the right to withdraw their child from other aspects of the programme (that are not statutory) that may be taught in PSHCE.  If a parent wishes their child to be withdrawn from RSE lessons they should refer to the school’s RSE Policy for further details on the school’s procedure and complete the request to withdraw form attached to the policy. This is to be addressed to the Headteacher and Mr Pearcy (Head of PSHCEe) will discuss this with you and make it clear which parts of the programme will and will not be able to participate in should your request be granted.

Recommended websites/sources for support can be found under the relevant tab

The programme is always under review to ensure it meet the needs of the students and in response to current issues/topics. For this reason, there may be some changes to the curriculum during the year. 

KS3 Assessment:

Home learning is allocated by each department. It may be an isolated piece of work, a project, research or an alternative task which challenges the students to solidify their knowledge and/or extend it. The PSHCEe curriculum is comprised of six units – each of these are assessed at the end of the half term through a written or speaking and listening assessment. There are no formal external examinations – all assessments are internal.

Each Half Term Students study a scheme for learning which has a focus on an enquiry question; developing their knowledge and understanding of the topic to be able to answer that enquiry question with confidence.

• How can I train my brain for academic success?
• What are the realities of getting a job?
• How do relationships change as I get older?
• How can I recognise the signs of abuse and exploitation?
• What are our duties as global citizens?
• How can I ensure a successful work experience placement?

The year 10 curriculum begins with an introduction to metacognitive practices for academic success: including self-regulation followed by how to present oneself throughout an application process. It prepares their applications through the creation of a curriculum vitae and letter of application and provides an opportunity for them to practice interviews. In the spring term they return to the topic of healthy relationships and exploitation looked at in previous years but at a more mature level through a consideration of how to identify a non-healthy relationships including the dangers of people posing as friends to exploit as drug mules. They return to the topic of relationships and sex first look at in year nine, thinking at a more mature level about issues such as sexting and parenting. They end the year through further preparation for their year ten exams and work experience. The final topic focuses on work experience as all year 10 students are required to undertake at the end of year ten, helping them to consider where they might want to go and why.

Recommended websites/sources for support can be found under the relevant tab

The programme is always under review to ensure it meet the needs of the students and in response to current issues/topics. For this reason, there may be some changes to the curriculum during the year. 

Relationships and Sex education (RSE):  Parents do not have the right to withdraw their child from RSE that is part of National Curriculum Science.  Parents do have the right to withdraw their child from other aspects of the programme (that are not statutory) that may be taught in PSHCE.  If a parent wishes their child to be withdrawn from RSE lessons they should refer to the school’s RSE Policy for further details on the school’s procedure and complete the request to withdraw form attached to the policy. This is to be addressed to the Headteacher and Mr Pearcy (Head of PSHCEe) will discuss this with you and make it clear which parts of the programme will and will not be able to participate in should your request be granted.

KS4 Assessment:

Home learning is allocated by each department. It may be an isolated piece of work, a project, research or an alternative task which challenges the students to solidify their knowledge and/or extend it. The PSHCEe curriculum is comprised of six units – each of these are assessed at the end of the half term through a written or speaking and listening assessment. There are no formal external examinations – all assessments are internal.

Each Half Term Students study a scheme for learning which has a focus on an enquiry question; developing their knowledge and understanding of the topic to be able to answer that enquiry question with confidence.

• How best do I showcase my achievements and successes?
• How can I ace my practice exams while managing stress levels?
• What if someone forces me to do something I don’t want to do?
• What does it mean to have a healthy sexual relationship?
• How doe we prepare for the external examinations?

The curriculum begins by building on their work experience undertaken in year ten. It considering skills that they developed and could be required in the world of employment. Students prepare to build their portfolio to showcase their successes. They also prepare their applications for post-sixteen colleges or sixth forms. In the second half of the autumn term they return to the concept of metacognition and preparing oneself to manage exam stress; focusing on reducing mental health issues and maintaining a growth mindset. In the Spring they return to the topic of relationships and sex looked at in year ten, thinking at a more mature level at issues such as consent and sexualisation in the media. In the second half of the Spring term they consider what it means to have rights as humans and how these should be upheld legally regardless of gender, culture, sexuality and so forth. Finally, they spend their remaining lessons before study leave focusing on their managing their emotional wellbeing particularly during exams through an analysis of effective revision strategies and study skill techniques.

Recommended websites/sources for support can be found under the relevant tab

The programme is always under review to ensure it meet the needs of the students and in response to current issues/topics. For this reason, there may be some changes to the curriculum during the year. 

Relationships and Sex education (RSE):  Parents do not have the right to withdraw their child from RSE that is part of National Curriculum Science.  Parents do have the right to withdraw their child from other aspects of the programme (that are not statutory) that may be taught in PSHCE.  If a parent wishes their child to be withdrawn from RSE lessons they should refer to the school’s RSE Policy for further details on the school’s procedure and complete the request to withdraw form attached to the policy. This is to be addressed to the Headteacher and Mr Pearcy (Head of PSHCEe) will discuss this with you and make it clear which parts of the programme will and will not be able to participate in should your request be granted.

KS4 Assessment:

Home learning is allocated by each department. It may be an isolated piece of work, a project, research or an alternative task which challenges the students to solidify their knowledge and/or extend it. The PSHCEe curriculum is comprised of six units – each of these are assessed at the end of the half term through a written or speaking and listening assessment. There are no formal external examinations – all assessments are internal.

Emotional Wellbeing:

Childline | Free counselling service for kids and young people | Childline – Childline provide support to young people who have concerns about themselves or their friends. They are trained listeners who will never break your confidentiality and will never judge. They are available 24 hours a day, every day of the year. You can either call them on 0800 1111 or you can talk to them online.

Home - Kooth – Kooth provide free, safe and anonymous support for young persons needing it. They also provide a platform to crisis services available to children and young persons; allowing access to support from other young people and professionals.

 Samaritans | Every life lost to suicide is a tragedy | Here to listen – Samaritans: call 08457 90 90 90 any time day or night.

YoungMinds | Mental Health Charity For Children And Young People | YoungMinds – Young Minds is a charity which focuses on young people’s mental health and emotional wellbeing. The site includes downloadable information leaflets on a range of topics, including self-harm, aimed at both young people and adults.  

The UK's Eating Disorder Charity - Beat – Beat, the eating disorders charity: the UK’s leading charity supporting anyone affected by eating disorders or difficulties with food, weight or shape

Alumina | Selfharm – this is a website developed by someone who used to self-harm. It provides lots of support and information including access to ‘Alumina’, which is a six-week online programme to help you overcome self-harm. You can self-refer.

The wïsh centre - effective : together - a London-based service offering self-harm and abuse support and recovery.

Health and Drugs education:

NHS website for England - NHS- has lots of information ranging from puberty to staying physically healthy

Harrow Young People’s Substance Misuse Service - Compass - an organisation based in Harrow which works to prevent substance misuse amongst young people up to the age of 24. Self-referral is also possible.

Alcohol and other drug misuse | Barnardo's – Provides support for young people and children worried about drug addiction; offers support to parents and carers too.

Drugs & Alcohol | Mental Health | Guide For Parents | YoungMinds – providing guidance for parents and carers concerned about addiction. Also provides signposting to additional charities and support available for parents and carers.

Relationships and Sex education:

The following are all websites which look to support people who are in unhealthy relationships:

Teenage Relationship Abuse | The Children's Society – providing advice and support for a range of issues which link to exploitation, coercion, and unhealthy relationships including county lines, sexual exploitation, children’s rights, and poverty.

Abuse in Teenage Relationships - Reducing the Risk – provide preventative and supportive measures in how to tackle teenage abusive relationships – giving access to emergency and ongoing support.

Respect not Fear - Empowering Young People to Build Healthy Relationships – a space to help young people recognise unhealthy and abusive traits in relationships, promoting healthy teen relationships.

Refuge, the largest UK domestic abuse organisation for women – providing support for women and children suffering domestic violence and abuse.

The wïsh centre - effective : together - a London-based service offering self-harm and abuse support and recovery.

Staying safe online:

CEOP Education – Child Exploitation and Online Protection service – providing advice and guidance for parents and young people.

CEOP Safety Centre - Child Exploitation and Online Protection service – providing advice and guidance for parents and young people and a portal to making a report when concerned about communication received online.

Keep Children Safe Online: Information, advice, support - Internet Matters – providing support and advice for online safety; including advice on screen time, management of apps and screen time and the impact of the internet on mental health.

Homepage - UK Safer Internet Centre – helping children and young people stay safe online.

Sexual health:

Caryl Thomas Clinic | sch.lnwh – Sexual Health Clinic in Harrow and Wealdstone.

Brook – Young Harrow Foundation providing sexual health and wellbeing for young people.

Sexual Health | Health for Teens – a range of advice related to sexual health and healthy relationships including STIs, where to seek help, sexting, and readiness for sex.

Find a service | METRO Charity – Provide signposting for sexual health and advice for LGBTQ+ individuals.

Citizenship:

http://www.parliament.uk/education/ -  contains lots of educational games and information on what it means to be a citizen in the UK and different forms of government

http://www.redcross.org.uk/What-we-do/Teaching-resources - website contains lots of information about humanitarian related topics and how students can become active citizens

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender support:

Zoteria | Stonewall – An app designed to empower the LGBTQ+ community, and their allies, to tackle hate crime and Anti-LGBTQ+ motivated violence.

Galop - the LGBT+ anti-abuse charity – Supporting LGBTQ+ people who have experienced abuse and violence.

Who we are | Stonewall Stonewall works with a range of agencies to address the needs of the LGBTQ+ community and advocates for LGBTQ+ rights.

About Us | METRO Charity - Metro is a leading equality and diversity charity, providing health, community and youth services across London and the South East of England. They are involved in national and international projects. METRO works with anyone experiencing issues related to gender, sexuality, diversity, or identity.

AKT - the national LGBTQ+ youth homelessness charity - The Albert Kennedy Trust supports young LGBT 16-25 year olds who are made homeless or living in a hostile environment. Tel: 020 7831 6562

Homepage | Switchboard - provides free and confidential support and information to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered communities throughout the UK.

Tel: 0800 0119100

Welcome - FFLAG - FFLAG is a national voluntary organisation and registered charity dedicated to supporting family, friends and parents of LGBT+ young people as well as supporting LGBT+ sons and daughters.

Confidential helpline: 0300 6880368

Homepage - Mermaids - Mermaid offers family and individual support; supporting trans, non-binary and gender-diverse children, young people and their families – offering a daily help line and online web chat. Helpline: 0808 801 0400

Home - Mosaic Trust – Offering a range of support to young LGBTQ+ individuals and their families. They aim to support, educate and inspire young LGBTQ+ persons and those around them; providing accessible activities, programmes and services that aim to empower the community.