PSHE & Careers
The PSHE and Careers Curriculum
Our PSHE and Careers curriculum is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to navigate the challenges of adolescence and prepare for their future. It promotes personal development, emotional well-being, and responsible citizenship through a spiral curriculum that builds upon key themes each year.
Curriculum Overview by Year Group
Year 7 – Foundations of Personal Development
- Transition to secondary school, building relationships, and self-identity.
- Understanding change, emotional well-being, and self-esteem.
- Introduction to careers, learning styles, and financial awareness.
- Developing digital literacy and online safety awareness.
Year 8 – Identity, Relationships, and Personal Safety
- Exploring identity, stereotypes, and discrimination.
- Positive and unkind relationships, consent, and communication skills.
- Personal safety in different environments, including peer pressure and online risks.
- Introduction to healthy habits, mindfulness, and decision-making.
Year 9 – Future Choices and Risk Awareness
- Careers, employability, and decision-making for GCSEs.
- Managing peer influence, social media, and mental health.
- Understanding risk-taking behaviors, including substance use and relationships.
- Exploring community responsibility and active citizenship.
Year 10 – Independence and Responsibility
- Preparing for the future: career pathways, CVs, and applications.
- Financial literacy, budgeting, and understanding employment rights.
- Personal safety: drugs, alcohol, and exploitation awareness.
- Developing emotional resilience and coping strategies for stress.
Year 11 – Preparing for Adulthood
- Future planning: further education, training, and employment.
- Managing relationships, including sexual health, parenting, and domestic abuse.
- Understanding legal responsibilities, personal risks, and consequences.
- Self-care, mental well-being, and life beyond school.
Topics covered in each year group
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Yr 9 - PSHE curriculum
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Yr 10 - PSHE curriculum
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Yr 11 - PSHE curriculum
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How we support your child and where they can access help:
We are committed to supporting every student in their personal, social, and emotional development throughout their PSHE journey. Our aim is to ensure all students feel confident, valued, and well-prepared for life beyond school. Here’s how we provide support:
Seeking Support if Struggling
- Students are encouraged to speak to their PSHE teacher if they need help understanding a topic.
- We create a safe, open environment where students can ask questions without fear of judgment.
- Pastoral staff and form tutors are also available for emotional support and guidance.
- The school’s safeguarding and well-being team can provide additional support for personal challenges.
Who to Contact for Support
- PSHE Teacher – for subject-related queries.
- Form Tutor – for general school concerns.
- Pastoral Support Team – for well-being and safeguarding concerns.
- Careers Advisor – for future planning and employability support.
External Charities & Initiatives
- To further support students, we collaborate with external charities and initiatives that provide specialist guidance and resources. These organizations help reinforce key PSHE topics such as mental health, relationships and online safety.