“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.”
John 13:34
PSHE Vision Statement
At Our Lady of Lourdes, we believe that PSHE is crucial and paramount for developing qualities that children need to thrive as individuals. As a school we encourage children to develop these attributes through our mission statement: Living and Sharing the Message of Christ In Peace we move Forwards Together. It is through these areas that children develop mutual respect, honesty, a sense of responsibility, build their resilience and grow their self-esteem. Furthermore, the children can voice their opinions, listen to others and develop their knowledge of the world around them through other linked opportunities such as pupil voice and school council. Of course, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do, and we understand that this world is ever-changing but through the holistic teaching of PSHE within Our Lady’s, we can support children to take an active role within community and nurture their curiosity as well as generating a safe, caring and happy environment.
PSHE Intent Statement
PSHE is a subject that is taught in faith and through the faith version of Heart Smart. We deliver one lesson per week. However, this should be filtered through each day via prayer, independent work and play, assemblies, special curriculum days and it is built in the ethos of the school our mission - to promote positive catholic values to create well rounded members of our society.
Within the PSHE curriculum, pupils are able to focus on Personal, Social, health and Economic issues alongside Citizenship and Careers education. Throughout their time at Our Lady of Lourdes, pupils will participate in various projects linked to these areas, which should enhance their knowledge and understanding of key issues and topics. In every year of the school we deliver RSE Journey in Love as part of a theme of education and guidance for our students to enlighten and develop their thinking around relationships to help prepare them for all aspects of life, all within the Catholic Church guidance for schools.
It is important we all feel we belong and have understanding of others. Confidence to communicate our feelings, to love one another, grow and preserve to become the best we can possibly be. Surely this is the most important part of our educational system.
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Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) Intent Statement A rich RSE curriculum builds upon the prior experiences of our children and their curiosity about the world around them. Through our RSE curriculum, we want our children to develop the skills to make and maintain positive relationships with others. Additionally, we want them to learn and appreciate the wonder of human growth, change and reproduction. Through our RSE curriculum, we aim to develop in our children high self-esteem and instil respect for themselves and others. Underpinning our curriculum is the knowledge of God’s great love for us and our own uniqueness. |
At Our Lady of Lourdes, we use the HeartSmart scheme and A Journey in Love (the Diocesan recommended scheme) to teach PSHE and RSE. Both schemes are structured and engaging approaches to teaching PSHE and RSE that our children enjoy. We want every child to know that they are unique individuals who are loved, cared for and valued. HeartSmart and A Journey in Love help us to do this.
HeartSmart helps us to fulfil the statutory guidance that states children should know about:
- Families and people who care for me
- Caring friendships
- Respectful relationships
- Online relationships
- Being safe
Below is the whole school HeartSmart overview, the progression documents for HeartSmart for each year group and the overviews for A Journey in Love for each year group.
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Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education (PSHE) – Impact Statement
At Our Lady of Lourdes our PSHE curriculum is designed to support pupils in becoming healthy, safe, responsible and respectful members of society. Through a carefully planned and age-appropriate curriculum, children develop the knowledge, skills and attributes needed to manage their lives now and in the future. Our PSHE education promotes pupils’ personal development, well-being and preparation for life in modern Britain.
The impact of our PSHE curriculum is evident in pupils’ ability to understand themselves and others, make informed decisions and respond positively to the opportunities and challenges they encounter. Children develop confidence, resilience and emotional literacy, enabling them to build positive relationships, maintain their well-being and contribute positively to their communities.
Through their learning in PSHE, pupils:
- Develop a strong understanding of how to keep themselves physically and mentally healthy.
- Build resilience, confidence and self-esteem.
- Learn how to form and maintain positive, respectful relationships.
- Develop emotional literacy and strategies for managing feelings and challenges.
- Understand how to stay safe, both online and offline.
- Recognise and respect differences, diversity and equality within society.
- Develop the knowledge and skills needed to make informed and responsible choices.
- Understand their rights, responsibilities and role within the school and wider community.
- Demonstrate kindness, empathy, respect and consideration towards others.
- Become increasingly prepared for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of later life.
We evaluate the impact of our PSHE curriculum through:
- Ongoing teacher assessment and observation recorded on our online platform.
- Pupil discussions, reflection activities and pupil voice.
- Evidence of pupils’ understanding and application of PSHE knowledge and skills.
- Monitoring of pupils’ personal development, behaviour and attitudes.
- Subject leader monitoring, including lesson visits, work scrutiny and pupil voice.
- Participation in school events, community activities and wider enrichment opportunities.
- Feedback from staff, pupils and families regarding pupils’ well-being and personal development.
As pupils move through our school, they become increasingly confident, resilient and responsible individuals. They leave primary school with the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to stay healthy and safe, build positive relationships, make informed decisions and contribute positively to their communities, preparing them well for the next stage of their education and for life beyond school.
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Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) – Impact Statement
At Our Lady of Lourdes, our Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) curriculum is designed to help pupils develop the knowledge, skills and values needed to build positive relationships, stay safe, understand changes as they grow, and become confident, respectful and responsible members of society. Through a carefully planned, age-appropriate curriculum, pupils learn about relationships, health, well-being and personal development in a safe, supportive and inclusive environment.
The impact of our RSE curriculum is evident in pupils’ ability to form healthy relationships, communicate respectfully, make informed decisions and understand how to keep themselves safe. Children develop confidence, emotional literacy and self-awareness, enabling them to navigate the opportunities and challenges of growing up with resilience and responsibility.
Through their learning in RSE, pupils:
- Develop an understanding of healthy, positive and respectful relationships.
- Learn the importance of kindness, empathy, respect and inclusion.
- Build confidence, self-esteem and emotional resilience.
- Develop the knowledge and skills needed to recognise and manage emotions effectively.
- Understand how to keep themselves safe, both online and offline.
- Recognise the importance of personal boundaries, privacy and consent.
- Learn about physical and emotional changes as they grow and develop.
- Understand the importance of maintaining physical and mental well-being.
- Develop respect for diversity and different family structures within modern society.
- Gain the confidence to seek help, ask questions and make informed choices.
We evaluate the impact of our RSE curriculum through:
- Ongoing teacher assessment and observation.
- Pupil discussions, reflection activities and pupil voice.
- Evidence of pupils’ understanding and application of key RSE concepts.
- Monitoring of pupils’ personal development, behaviour and attitudes.
- Subject leader monitoring, including lesson visits and curriculum reviews.
- Feedback from pupils, staff and parents/carers.
- Pupils’ ability to demonstrate respectful behaviours and positive relationships across the school community.
As pupils move through our school, they become increasingly confident, respectful and informed individuals. They leave primary school with the knowledge and understanding needed to build healthy relationships, maintain their well-being, respect themselves and others, and make positive choices as they transition to secondary school and beyond.
HeartSmart progression documents:
A Journey in Love overviews:
Photographs of our lessons