The PSHE programme at St. Gregory’s reflects and reinforces the Christian values and curriculum aims of the school and recognises each child as a unique creation with individual needs. It gives opportunities for students to critically reflect on their experiences and to develop their sense of individual identity, well-being and self-esteem.
The intention is that students are encouraged to believe in their ability to succeed, to manage risk and take responsibility for themselves as a learner and as a member of society, to consider future choices and to develop aspirations for their working life. Students are also encouraged to develop respect for diversity in society.
Content and Approach:
Key Stage 3 students have one discrete lesson of PSHE per fortnight. These are underpinned by tutor foci once a week.
In Year 7, students study units in:
- Adapting to Change
- Conflict & Equality
- Personal Awareness
In Year 8, students study units in:
- Impressions
- Work & Consumer Choices
- Issues
In Year 9, students study units in:
- Body Image
- Employability & Money
- Safety
Key Stage 4 students have their PSHE delivered during tutor time, once a week.
In Year 10, students study units in:
- Wellbeing
- Living in the Wider World
- Living Responsibly
In Year 11, students study units in:
- Global Issues,
- Revision, Study Skills & Memory
Key Stage 5 students have their PSHE delivered in assemblies and tutor time.
All Sex & Relationship education will be delivered through RE lessons, underpinning our Catholic ethos.
Each year group will also have a focused PSHE Exploration Day, in which students will have the opportunity to explore concepts with greater depth and understanding. Additionally, PSHE topics are approached in a cross-curricular way, with topics being explored in subjects across the curriculum, particularly in Performing Arts, Science, RE and Humanities faculties.
