At SJB, our PSHE program strives to treat students as unique individuals, fostering their abilities to become content, secure, and accomplished members of society. Our goal is to create citizens who will live their lives embracing our school values of Respect, Aspire, Integrity, Love and Service.

Every week all students have one period of PSHE that is delivered by their Form Tutor. This provides a comfortable and open environment for students to explore the important and sometimes challenging topics covered within the curriculum. Our curriculum is built around six key themes: Mental and emotional health; relationships; physical and sexual health; citizenship; careers; and economics, finance and e-safety.

More information about what the students study can be found below:

KS3

In Key stage 3, PSHE will equip students with the skills and opportunities to understand the foundations of positive and thriving relationships within their local communities. Pupils will investigate the essential principles of British values, to understand their own rights while recognising their obligation to uphold the rights of others. Additionally, in accordance with statutory guidance (informed by the DfE) the curriculum includes topics on relationships and sexual education, taught in conjunction with the core gospel values of love, respect, and dignity for all.

Our career guidance is integrated into PSHE, allowing students to explore diverse career paths and prospects while contemplating their personal aspirations.

Furthermore, students will be encouraged to stay informed about current events, enabling them to express well-informed perspectives and contribute significantly to discussions concerning social, economic, and political matters.

KS4

At Key stage 4, the PSHE curriculum will build upon the skills and knowledge students will have developed within the KS3 module. This way students will further their understanding in key areas such as Economics, Finance, Mental Wellbeing and Healthy Relationships. Students will also further their understanding of ‘Career Development’ in preparation for their next steps.

The curriculum also includes Relationship and Sex Education which is supported by our school chaplain. These lessons will provide students with informative education inspired by the core gospel values.

Our career guidance is integrated into PSHE, allowing students to explore diverse career paths and prospects while contemplating their personal aspirations. Furthermore, students will be encouraged to stay informed about current events, enabling them to express well-informed perspectives and contribute significantly to discussions concerning social, economic, and political matters.

KS5

At Key stage 5, The goal of PSHE is to offer students opportunities to best prepare themselves for adult life. Students will cover a variety of topics, these topics will include themes of; Emotional Wellbeing, Financial Literacy, Healthy Relationships and Discrimination, as well as Developing Independence post 6th form.

The curriculum also includes Relationship and Sex Education which is supported by our school chaplain. These lessons will provide students with informative education inspired by the core gospel values.

Our career guidance is integrated into PSHE, allowing students to explore diverse career paths and prospects while contemplating their personal aspirations.

Furthermore, students will be encouraged to stay informed about current events, enabling them to express well-informed perspectives and contribute significantly to discussions concerning social, economic, and political matters.

PSHE Curriculum Overview 23-24