PSHE

Elstow School are committed to supporting the personal, social and emotional development (PSHE) of every child. To deliver our PSHE curriculum, we use Jigsaw, a comprehensive and progressive programme that equips pupils with the knowledge, skills and understanding they need to navigate the opportunities and challenges of life both now and in the future.

PSHE plays a vital role in helping children develop confidence, resilience, empathy and independence. By promoting positive wellbeing and healthy relationships, it supports pupils to become responsible, respectful and active members of their communities.

Throughout their 7 years at Elstow School, pupils explore a wide range of important themes, including:

  • Keeping safe and understanding risks
  • Physical and mental health and wellbeing
  • Healthy lifestyles
  • Feelings and emotions
  • Building positive relationships
  • Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE)
  • Online safety and digital citizenship
  • Personal responsibility and decision-making
  • First aid and emergency situations
  • Diversity, inclusion and respect for others

The Jigsaw programme is organised into six core themes that are revisited each year at an age-appropriate level:

  • Being Me in My World - understanding rights, responsibilities, belonging and citizenship.
  • Celebrating Difference - valuing diversity, promoting inclusion and tackling bullying.
  • Dreams and Goals - building aspirations, resilience and motivation.
  • Healthy Me - developing healthy physical and mental wellbeing habits.
  • Relationships - fostering positive friendships, family relationships and social skills.
  • Changing Me - understanding growth, change and Relationships and Health Education.

PSHE is taught through dedicated weekly lessons from Early Years to Year 6 by class teachers. The Jigsaw curriculum combines PSHE, emotional literacy, mindfulness and social skills development, ensuring children have regular opportunities to reflect, discuss and develop strategies for managing their emotions and relationships.

PSHE Lead contact details – Caitlin Joseph | Deputy Principal

PSHE - RSHE Curriculum