PSHE at Reach Academy is a school subject through which pupils develop the knowledge, skills and attributes they need to keep themselves healthy and safe, and prepare for life and work in modern Britain. Learning revolves around three core themes:
- Health and Wellbeing
- Relationships
- Living in the Wider World
The topics have been carefully designed in context of the needs of our pupils and in reflection of the constantly evolving world in which we live, with learning designed to develop the concepts, skills and attributes linked to the key subject content/topics.
It is not enough to simply teach pupils about the issues covered in the suggested subject content. It is vital that pupils have the opportunity to explore their attitudes, values and beliefs about these issues and to develop the skills, language and strategies necessary to manage such issues should they encounter them. Evidence shows that well-delivered PSHE programmes have an impact on both academic and non-academic outcomes for pupils, particularly the most vulnerable and disadvantaged. Therefore, Reach Academy keeps this at the core of its PSHE curriculum to maximise the opportunity for every child to support them to become healthy, independent, well informed and responsible members of society.
