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PSHE & RSE
Curriculum Intent
The PSHE and RSE 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.
What our curriculum covers:
- Healthy relationships & clear personal boundaries
- Resilience, emotional wellbeing and coping strategies
- Physical and mental health education
- Citizenship, equality, justice and life in modern Britain
- Catholic RSE principles: dignity, virtue, family and love
How we teach PSHE and RSE at St Gregory's
We use:
- Weekly PSHE lessons using structured, engaging curriculum
- Catholic RSE sessions are enhanced using Ten Ten’s films, stories and guided reflection
- Assemblies, tutor time and enrichment sessions to reinforce key themes
- Key messages are supported across the wider curriculum and daily school experience
- Inclusive delivery with clear safeguarding and wellbeing support
What students learn
By the end of their time at St Gregory’s, students:
- Understand healthy boundaries and respectful relationships
- Develop resilience, character and emotional literacy
- Prioritise physical and mental health
- Become responsible, compassionate citizens
- Flourish spiritually in line with our Catholic ethos
Our PSHE and RSE programme supports the whole child - academically, personally and spiritually - helping every student to live out our mission: In Christ We Flourish.
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:
- Term 1: Managing Change
- Term 2: Puberty & Body Development
- Term 3: Friends, Respect & Relationships
- Term 4: Staying Safe, Online & Offline
- Term 5: Celebrating Differences
- Term 6: Politics & Parliament
In Year 8, students study units in:
- Term 1: Proud to be me
- Term 2: Physical Health & Mental Wellbeing
- Term 3: Identity, Relationships & Sex Education
- Term 4: Dangerous Society, Online & Offline
- Term 5: Equality and Diversity Explored
- Term 6: Law, Crime & Society
In Year 9, students study units in:
- Term 1: Essential Life Skills
- Term 2: Body Confidence
- Term 3: Sex, the Law & Consent
- Term 4: Legal and Illegal Drugs
- Term 5: Contraception & STIs
- Term 6: Combatting Extremism & Terrorism
Key stage 3 PSHE Curriculum Map
Key Stage 4 students have their PSHE delivered during tutor time, once a week.
In Year 10, students study units in:
- Term 1: Rights and Responsibilities
- Term 2: Mental Health & Wellbeing
- Term 3: Risk, Relationships & Sex Education
- Term 4: Violence, Crimes & Seeking Safety
- Term 5: Exploring World Issues
- Term 6: Exploring British Values
In Year 11, students study units in:
- Term 1: Preparing for Exams
- Term 2: Adult Health & Looking After Yourself
- Term 3: Sexual Health
- Term 4: Staying Safe
- Term 5: Your Future and Beyond
- Term 6: Exam Period
Key Stage 5 students have their PSHE delivered in assemblies and tutor time. Sex & Relationship education will be delivered through a mixture of tutorial lessons and RE lessons, underpinning our Catholic ethos.
In Year 12, students study units in:
- Term 1: Work, Careers & Pathway Choices
- Term 2: Healthy Lifestyles & Mental Health
- Term 3: Relationships, Values and Consent
- Term 4: Risks, Personal Safety & Drugs
- Term 5: Bullying, Abuse & Discrimination
- Term 6: Media Literacy & Digital Resilience
In Year 13, students study units in:
- Term 1: Employment & Responsibilities
- Term 2: Sexual Health & Self-Concept
- Term 3: Contraception & Parenthood
- Term 4: Forming Respectful Relationships
- Term 5: Financial Choices
- Term 6: Exam Period