PSHE and SRE at High Wycombe Combined School, helps our children to develop the knowledge, skills and attributes they need to manage life’s challenges and making the most of life’s possibilities; helping them to flourish thereby opening the doors to opportunities
The study of PSHE and SRE at HWCE is a school subject through which pupils develop the knowledge, skills and attributes they need to keep themselves healthy and safe, and prepared for life and work. At HWCE, we aim for a high quality PSHE curriculum which develops skills and attributes such as resilience, self-esteem, risk-management, team working and critical thinking in the context of three core themes: health and wellbeing, relationships and living in the wider world. Our curriculum has been adapted to ensure opportunities for all learners are equal, irrespective of SEN, gender, ethnicity, background or beliefs. We aim to do this by placing a greater focus on practical role-play scenarios where children have the opportunity to develop their language acquisition skills. This helps us to place a greater focus on real-life experiences and understanding of different social scenarios. This ensures all learners have an equal chance to succeed, regardless of language gaps and written barriers to learning.
Our Vision
High Wycombe C of E is a nurturing environment in which each child is encouraged to reach their full potential. As a school, we believe that all are individuals and therefore, we aim to promote mutual respect and responsibility, in a happy, caring atmosphere. The teaching and learning of PSHE and SRE supports and upholds this vision. PSHE deals with the diverse beliefs, values and attitudes that individuals and societies hold. They help for the children to develop themselves; their understanding of the world; and their ability to communicate their feelings. Our vision is for every child to feel enabled to reflect on and clarify their own values, attitudes and feelings by having an opportunity to explore a range of a values and attitudes that they encounter in their lives and in their future lives.
Intent
PSHE and SRE at HWCE helps children to develop the knowledge, skills and attributes they need to manage life’s challenges and make the most of life’s opportunities, helping them to flourish in their journey to the fullness of life.
HWCE is a loving, inclusive school community with a Christian ethos that enables all to be independent, confident, resilient learners, respectful within the school and the wider world, encouraging all to flourish.
PSHE at HWCE is a subject through which pupils develop the knowledge, skills and attributes they need to keep themselves healthy and safe, and prepared for life and work. Well-delivered PSHE programmes have an impact on both academic and non-academic outcomes for children, particularly the most vulnerable and disadvantaged.
At HWCE, we aim for a high quality PSHE curriculum which develops skills and attributes such as resilience, self-esteem, team work and critical thinking in the context of three core themes: health and wellbeing, relationships and living in the wider world.
Our curriculum is inclusive, to ensure opportunities for all learners are equal, irrespective of SEN, gender, ethnicity, background or beliefs. We aim to do this by placing a greater focus on practical lessons through role-plays and class discussions, where children have the opportunity to develop their language acquisition skills. This helps us to place a greater focus on real-life experiences and understanding of different social scenarios. This ensures all learners have an equal chance to succeed, regardless of written barriers to learning.
Implementation
At HWCE, we use the SCARF curriculum, which has been amended to meet the specific needs of our children. In Reception, PSHE is taught as parts of the ‘Personal, social and emotional development’ and the ‘Understanding the World’ aspects of the curriculum.
Across the rest of the school, PSHE is taught 1 lesson per week. Our curriculum focuses upon the three main strands: relationships; living in the wider world; and health and well-being.
These focuses are re-visited each year on a spiral curriculum. Each year, we aim to build upon current skills, ensuring it is age appropriate and relevant to the needs of our children.
As a school, we actively seek opportunities to enrich our curriculum with real-life experiences and scenarios. Within each year group, where ever possible, we invite a range of guest speakers, such as local police, councilors, care workers, nurses and other important members of our community who help to bring our learning to life. We are always actively looking for new and inspiring experiences which can enhance our PSHE provision.
Impact
As a result of our PSHE and RSE teaching at HWCE you will see: