Personal, Social, Health and Emotional Education (PSHE)

Me and my world  

• Who am I?  
• Who are important people in my life?  
• What makes up my community?  

Supreme superheroes  

• Who can help me?  
• What makes me special?  

Let's pretend

• What are emotions and how do we behaviour in different situations? 

Get growing

• What living things are there around us?  
• How do I care for plants and animals in my environment?  

Exciting expeditions

• Where can I go in the world?  
• How do keep safe? 

Amazing animals

• What animals exist in our world?  
• How do we care for others?

BRIDGES: Resourcefulness and grit

• How can I be great at remembering?  
• Why is perseverance important in my life?  

BRIDGES: Bravery anti-bullying 

• Why is courage important in our lives?  
• What is respect and how can I show it?  

BRIDGES: Self-discipline, relationships and being safe on and offline 

• How can I be great at practising?  
• What makes up a family?  
• How can I be safe online? 

BRIDGES: Emotional intelligence and relationships

• How can I be a good listener?  
• Who is special to me in my family and community?

BRIDGES: Integrity and personal care

• What is honesty and why is it important?  
• How do I keep clean and take care of myself?

BRIDGES: Discovery and keeping healthy

• Why are noticing skills important in our discovery learning?  
• What is hygiene and how do I keep myself safe at home?

BRIDGES: Resourcefulness and grit

• How can I use imitating to be a great learner?  
• How can I manage distractions?

BRIDGES: Bravery and anti-bullying

• How can I be brave to experiment and why is this important?  
• What is a respectful relationship and what can I do show respect?

BRIDGES: Self-discipline, relationships and being safe on and offline

• How can I show hard-work and what impact does this have?  
• How can I keep safe on and offline?

BRIDGES: Emotional intelligence and being safe

• How can I reflect well and how does this impact on my ability to learn?  
• How do keep safe and how do I respond if I feel unsafe?

BRIDGES: Integrity, friendships and mental wellbeing

• What is fairness and how can I be fair?  
• How can I be a good friend?  
• What can I do to feel positive about my body?  
• What can I do to manage strong emotions well?

BRIDGES: Discovery and keeping healthy

• Why is energy and enthusiasm important in our learning?  
• What constitutes a healthy life-style?

BRIDGES: Resourcefulness and grit

• Why is questioning important?  
• What is patience and how can I develop this?

BRIDGES: Bravery and anti-bullying

• When is it good to take risks and when is it not?  
• How do you build respectful relationships?  
• When is a relationship disrespectful and are the consequences?

BRIDGES: Self-discipline and being safe on and offline

• Why is motivation important?  

• What actions online could positively and negatively affect our mental health?

BRIDGES: Emotional intelligence and relationships

• How can I collaborate with others well?  
• What is a healthy friendship?  
• What can I do if there are difficulties in my family?

BRIDGES: Integrity and keeping healthy

• How can I be a good citizen?  
• How can I administer first aid?

BRIDGES: Discovery and mental wellbeing

• How does curiosity enable discovery?  
• How do I challenge stereotypes and what can I do to develop a positive sense of myself?

BRIDGES: Resourcefulness and grit

• How do I recycle effectively and what impact does this have on the environment?  
• What is resilience and how can show this well?

BRIDGES: Bravery and anti-bullying

• What is optimism and what impact does this have on our lives?  
• What constitutes a positive, healthy relationship and how are these relationships formed and maintained?

BRIDGES: Self-discipline and being safe on and offline

• What is effective organisation and how can this be achieved?  
• How can I assess and manage risks on and offline?  
• Who can I ask for help?

BRIDGES: Emotional intelligence and keeping healthy

• What is empathy and how can I show this?  
• What is a balanced lifestyle?  
• What commonly available substances could damage my health and safety?

BRIDGES: Integrity and keeping healthy

• What is humility and how can I show this?  
• How can I use first aid to deal with common injuries?

BRIDGES: Discovery and personal care

• Why is having a great imagination important in life?  
• How do I keep myself clean and hygienic?

BRIDGES: Grit and my body and keeping safe

• How can great concentration be achieved?  
• How can I keep my personal and private body parts safe and why is this important? 

BRIDGES: Bravery and anti-bullying

• What is leadership and why are leaders important in society?  
• What forms of bullying exist and how can I resolve conflicts?

BRIDGES: Self-discipline and being safe on and offline

• What is self-regulation and why is this important?

BRIDGES: Emotional intelligence and economic understanding

• What is effective socialisation?  
• What role does money play in our lives and how can I be a critical consumer?

BRIDGES: Integrity, resourcefulness and getting help

• What is justice and how is this conveyed in British society?  
• How does reasoning play a role in my learning?  
• Who can I talk to no matter the issue?

BRIDGES: Discovery and puberty

• Why is being creative important in life?  
• What is puberty?

BRIDGES: Resourcefulness and grit

• How can I be good at making connections?  
• How can I build my determination?

BRIDGES: Bravery and anti-bullying

• Why do we need to find courage in our lives?  
• What are personal boundaries?  
• What strategies can I use to resolve conflict?

BRIDGES: Self-discipline and sex education

• How can I revise effectively?  
• How are babies made?

BRIDGES: Emotional intelligence and friendships

• What is openness and how can we be open with each other?  
• What are the challenges of on and offline relationships?  
• How can I respond positively to peer pressure?

BRIDGES: Integrity and emotional intelligence

• What is humanity?  
• What are the qualities of being humane and why are they important in our lives today?  
• How do I manage money well?

BRIDGES: Discovery, identity and equality

• Why is being open-minded important?  
• What is identity and prejudice?  
• What is the equality act?

Respectful relationships

• What are the different types of relationships? 
• What are the key characteristics of positive and healthy friendships (in all contexts, including online)? 
• How do relationships differ online and in person?   
• How can I keep myself safe online, and make sure that these relationships are healthy?

Respectful relationships

• What is bullying? 
• What are the different types of bullying (including 
• cyberbullying)? 
• What is the impact of bullying, and what are our responsibilities (e.g. reporting)? 
• Where can I get help from trustworthy sources, in school and outside of school?

Internet safety and harms

• What does the term ‘online safety’ mean? 
• What forms of online activity exist? 
• How do I keep myself safe online? 
• What behaviours are acceptable online, and what behaviours are not? 
• What is cyber bullying?  
• What should I do if someone displays harmful behaviour towards me or someone else online?

Mental wellbeing

• What is mental health? 
• How do I speak about my emotions, and the emotions of others,  accurately and sensitively? 
• What does it mean to be kind? 
• How does sleep influence my mental health and mood? 
• What are the early signs of mental illness? 
• Who can I ask for support in my community (inside and outside of school)?

Physical health

• What do we mean by the term ‘healthy lifestyle’, and how do my lifestyle choices influence my health over time? 
• How is physical exercise and connected to my mental wellbeing, and vice versa?  
• What sorts of physical activity can I take part in, in school, in my local community?

Citizenship

• What is democracy and how have democratic systems developed over time? 
• Are all political systems democratic and what are the differences between democratic and non-democratic political systems?  
• What is the political system in the United Kingdom? 
• What are the roles of citizens, Parliament and the monarch? 
• How does parliament operate including voting and elections, and the role of political parties?

Respectful relationships and families

• What do the terms marriage, civil partnerships and cohabiting mean and how do rights differ under the law and in different religions? 
• What does the law state about my rights? 
• How do the terms like equality and stereotypes relate to and influence our relationships? 
• What constitutes sexual harassment and sexual violence and why are these behaviours always unacceptable?

Citizenship

• What are protected characteristics e.g. sex, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation or disability? 
• How do stereotypes form? 
• What is discrimination and why is it harmful?  
• How might stereotypes normalise or encourage prejudice?  
• Why is it important to respect other people’s beliefs and how can I develop my empathy and level of acceptance towards others?

Internet safety and harms

• How do I keep myself safe online? 
• What are the pros, cons, benefits and risks of using social media?  
• What happens to my data? 
• What risk factors should I consider before sharing materials and content online? 
• What does the law say about sharing material online? 
• Where can I get support and how can I report offensive or harmful material?

Mental wellbeing

• What are the early signs of mental illness? 
• What are signs and indicators of the most common mental illnesses (depressions, anxiety, OCD)? 
• How do I know when my actions or language is having a positive or negative effect on my own or others’ mental health? 
• Who can I ask for support in my community (inside and outside of school)?

Physical health

• What is puberty and what are the physical and emotional changes that occur in males and females? 
• How do we maintain our personal hygiene and good oral hygiene? 
• How do we keep our physical environment clean and reduce the risk of spreading germs including bacteria and viruses?  
• Why do have health screening, vaccinations and immunisations?

Careers and the economy

• What are the functions and uses of money, and what are the different values of currencies across the world? 
• Why is it important for people to learn how to budget?   
• What does it mean to pay tax, invest, take a loan and draw a pension, and how soon should people start to plan for their economic futures? 
• How do people budget when they go to university, have a job, have a family? What things do people need to consider?

Respectful relationships and families

• What does the law state about consent, and how can consent be communicated, recognised and withdrawn in all contexts  (including online)?  
• What does the law state about my rights and responsibilities? 
• What are the facts about reproductive health, fertility and menopause, and how do lifestyle choices influence these factors? 
• How does pregnancy occur and how can prospective parents contribute to healthy pregnancies?  
• What are the roles and responsibilities of parents with respect to raising of children? 
• What are the characteristics of successful parenting?

Careers and the economy

• What are my aspirations? 
• What are the different sectors of employment and how do people access them? 
• How do I decide what career to pursue, and who can support me to reach my goals? 
• What GCSE options am I interested in, and how do I know what to choose? 
• What does my next KS look like – what should I expect from my GCSE courses? 
• What are the different levels of income in relation to my chosen career? 
• How do people mange their finances, e.g. credit and debt, insurance, savings and pensions, financial products and services? 
• Why do we pay tax and how public money is spent?

Physical health and mental wellbeing

• How important is a collective sense of wellbeing? 
• What are the benefits of physical exercise and time outdoors on mental wellbeing and happiness? 
• What are the benefits of community participation and voluntary and service-based activities on mental wellbeing and happiness? 
• What are the differences between online communities and physical communities, and how do each of these communities impact on my wellbeing?  
• How might the media (including social media), advertising and ‘role models’ influence my life choices and my wellbeing?

Citizenship

• What is the importance of the rule of law and the justice system? 
• What are the roles of the police, the CPS and the judiciary? 
• How do courts and tribunals operate, and why are they information aspects of our legal system? 
• How do public institutions, voluntary groups  and  citizens work together to improve their communities?

Physical health

• What are the facts about legal and illegal drugs? 
• How do prescription drugs, over the counter drugs, energy drinks, alcohol, tobacco, e-cigarettes (Vapes) and illegal drugs impact on a person’s physical and mental health?  
• What does the law state about the supply and possession of these substances? 
• What are the physical and psychological risks associated with different levels of tobacco use and alcohol consumption in adulthood?

Citizenship

• What is tolerance and what is acceptance -  is there a difference? 
• What does the term individual liberties mean and why is this relevant to me? 
• What do the terms human rights and international law mean? 
• What are the following legal frameworks and how do they each relate to my needs as a global citizen (Universal Declaration of Human Rights; The European Convention of Human Rights; The UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC)? 
• What is the role of charities and organisations such as the UN and Amnesty International?

Respectful relationships and families

• How do different types of relationships change over time?   
• What peer influence might I experience at this stage in my development?  
• When are peer influences negative? 
• When are relationships harmful or criminal (e.g. Violent behaviour and coercive control)? 
• Where can we get advice or support from trustworthy sources when relationships are harmful?

Citizenship

• What are the different electoral systems used in and beyond the United Kingdom? How do citizens influence decisions made by local or national, or international governments?  
• How do other countries govern? 
• What is the UKs relationship with other parts of the world, e.g. Europe, the Commonwealth, the US and Russia.

Relationships and staying safe

• What are the facts about reproductive health, fertility and menopause, and how do lifestyle choices influence these factors? 
• What types of contraception is available in the UK? 
• What are the facts about pregnancy and miscarriage? 
• How measures can I take to keep myself safe, and where can I get support from a trustworthy source in school and in the community?

Physical health and fitness

• What are the benefits of maintaining a healthy lifestyle in relation to stress, concentration, reducing the risk of illness and treating and recovery from illnesses? 
• What are the physical and psychological consequences of addiction, including alcohol dependency? 
• How does smoking affect a person’s physical and mental health, and what are the benefits of quitting?

Careers and economy

• What are my aspirations? 
• What are the different sectors of employment and how do people access them? 
• How do I decide what career to pursue, and who can support me to reach my goals? 
• What is my job? Career sector-Keynote speaker

Citizenship

• What are the legal rights and responsibilities regarding equality (particularly with reference to the protected characteristics? 
• What exactly is freedom of speech? 
• Why is it important to we celebrate difference and diversity (including religious and ethnic identities)? 
• How can citizens influence and contribute to improvements in their local, national and global communities?

Respectful relationships and families

• How do different types of relationships change over time?   
• What peer influence might I experience at this stage in my development?  
• When are peer influences negative? 
• When are relationships harmful or criminal (e.g. Violent behaviour and coercive control)? 
• Where can we get advice or support from trustworthy sources when relationships are harmful?

Careers and the economy

• What are my aspirations? 
• What are the different sectors of employment and how do people access them? 
• How do I decide what career to pursue, and who can support me to reach my goals? 
• What is my job? Career sector-Keynote speaker

Physical health and mental wellbeing

• What are my current areas of What are the benefits of maintaining a healthy lifestyle in relation to stress, concentration, reducing the risk of illness and treating and recovery from illnesses? 
• What are the signs of stress, procrastination and anxiety? 
• What things can I do to reduce the impact of stress and anxiety, particularly during the exams season?

Careers and the economy

• What are my aspirations? 
• What are the different sectors of employment and how do people access them? 
• How do I decide what career to pursue, and who can support me to reach my goals? 
• What is my job? Career sector-Keynote speaker

Careers and the economy

• What are my aspirations? 
• What are the different sectors of employment and how do people access them? 
• How do I decide what career to pursue, and who can support me to reach my goals? 
• What is my job? Career sector-Keynote speaker

Study skills for success induction

• What is expected of me as a sixth former at INA? 
• How do I get the best out of my lessons and study time? 
• What can I develop in the next two years that will prepare me for university and beyond?

Careers and destinations

• What is the best post-18 option for me? 
• What knowledge, skills and entry requirements are required for my chosen pathway? 
• What are emerging industries and where will the jobs be when I graduate? 
• What are my strengths and how do I sell these when applying for jobs/universities?

Citizenship and equality

• What is gender and where does this social construct come from? 
• What is gender equality? 
• How can society move towards a more equitable state and what role does allyship play in their journey?  
• How do we keep ourselves and our community safe? (including within the INA community)

Physical health and mental wellbeing

• When might I, or others require mental health support?  
• How do I recognise the signs in myself or others that help is needed? 
• Where can I access the most appropriate support for mental health concerns?

Careers and the economy

• What type of account is the best for me to save money? 
• Why do some people save money? 
• What is good debt and bad debt? 
• How do I manage my finances, particularly during more challenging times? 
• How can finances impact my mental health?  
• What are the purposes of NI, pension and tax deductions? 
• How can I ensure my money and my identity are safe if shop and bank online?

Careers and destinations

• What factors should I consider when choosing a university and course?
• What are the components of a strong personal statement? 
• How do I show the passion for my chosen course? 
• What super curricular learning have I completed that will support my application?

Mental health and wellbeing

• How does alcohol and drug use can affect decision making and personal safety? 
• How does alcohol and drug use impact on road safety?
• What are the short/long term social, economic, and environmental effects of alcohol and drug use?

Relationships

• How do I negotiate/assert the use of contraception with a partner?  
• What is the most appropriate method of contraception that will suit my needs? 
• What factors impact fertility and what are my options for starting a family if there are challenges with fertility? 
• What are the rewards and challenges of parenthood? 
• In the case of an unintended pregnancy, what are the pathways open to me?

Citizenship

• Why is Britain so diverse and what are the benefits of having such a diverse population? 
• What challenges does our local community face? 
• How do I make a positive contribution to my community?   
• What are British Values and to what extent does our government role model them? 
• Why should I vote and how will I choose who to vote for? 
• What is radicalisation? How do I recognise the signs?

Looking after myself

• What health services might I need to access and how do I register for these? 
• How do I keep myself healthy? (including checking for signs of breast/testicular cancer). 
• How can I keep myself mentally healthy? 
• What is meant by financial health and how can this impact on my mental and physical health? 
• Where can I access support once I have left INA?

Mental wellbeing and managing stress

• What are my current areas of development for each subject and how do I address these? 
• What support/resources are available to me? 
• How to I manage my time so I can study the breadth of the course and in depth as well as other competing priorities? 
• How can I prevent burn-out at this critical time?