Main School
Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE)
Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) education is a school subject through which pupils develop the knowledge, skills and attributes they need to manage their lives, now and in the future. It helps children and young people to stay healthy and safe, while preparing them to make the most of life and work. When taught well, PSHE education also helps pupils to achieve their academic potential. We use the PSHE Association Programme of Study which can be accessed via the link below:
PSHE Association Programme of Study for PSHE Education.pdf
This Programme of Study is based on three core themes which are taught by the school teaching staff for one hour a fortnight. The three core themes are:
- Health and Wellbeing
- Reletionships
- Living in the Wider World
The topics taught in each specific "core theme" are available in the curriculum area of the school website - Subjects/Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School.
As part of the PSHE programme, Blessed Hugh Faringdon School are using the "TenTen Resources‘ Life to the Full" to deliver our RSE programme. This programme is approved for use in Catholic Schools and is the RSE programme of choice.
What is Life to the Full?
It’s a programme in Relationships Education based on the Department of Education guidance which became statutory from September 2020. This programme is rooted in a Christian understanding of the human person, based on "A Model Catholic RSE Curriculum" provided by the Catholic Education Service.
How to use this online portal?
The Online Parent Portal provides parents of children in schools who subscribe to Life to the Full with:
- information about the programme children will be following
- access to resources
- suggestions for further activity at home.
To access it, follow the links to the year group your child is in. Your school will provide more details about what lessons your child will be learning and when.
Website: Ten Ten Resources – Resources for Catholic / Christian schools
Username: RSE@BHF
Password: RSE@BHF
At key stage 3 students build on the knowledge and understanding, skills, attributes and values they have acquired and developed during the primary phase. PSHE education acknowledges and addresses the changes that young people experience, beginning with transition to secondary school, the challenges of adolescence and their increasing independence. It teaches the knowledge and skills which will equip them for the opportunities and challenges of life. Students learn to manage diverse relationships, their online lives, and the increasing influence of peers and the media.
At key stage 4 students deepen knowledge and understanding, extend and rehearse skills, and further explore attitudes, values and attributes acquired during key stage 3. PSHE education reflects the fact that students are moving towards an independent role in adult life, taking on greater responsibility for themselves and others.
