At Westlands, our PSHE curriculum is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills and attributes they need to manage their lives, now and in the future. Through a carefully structured programme, we support pupils in developing resilience, empathy, and confidence while exploring key themes that promote their physical and emotional wellbeing.
Our Approach
PSHE is delivered through a spiral curriculum that builds on prior learning and is responsive to the needs of our students. Lessons are inclusive, age-appropriate and aligned with statutory guidance. We incorporate SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural development), British Values (BV), and the key SHAPE strands of safety (S), health (H), and employability (E) throughout.
Curriculum Overview
Year 7
- Autumn Term: Transition and Safety | Families and Relationships
- Spring Term: Media Literacy | Growing Up and Changing
- Summer Term: Physical Health | Drugs and Alcohol | Diversity | Dealing with Problems | Developing Skills and Aspirations
Year 8
- Autumn Term: Drugs and Alcohol | Community and Careers
- Spring Term: Tackling Racism and Religious Discrimination | Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing
- Summer Term: Cyberbullying and E-Safety | Digital Literacy and Online Persona
Year 9
- Autumn Term: Peer Pressure, Assertiveness and Risk | Gang Crime
- Spring Term: Learning Strengths | Goal Setting | Respectful Relationships
- Summer Term: Healthy Lifestyles | E-Safety | Employability Skills
Year 10
- Autumn Term: Substance Misuse | Healthy Lifestyle
- Spring Term: Personal Action Planning | Law and Order | Social Media Awareness
- Summer Term: Knife Crime Awareness | Alcohol Misuse | Stress Management | Relationships
Year 11
- Autumn Term: Alcohol Awareness | E-Safety
- Spring Term: Interpersonal Skills | Healthy Lifestyle | Self-Esteem and Confidence
- Summer Term: Knife Crime Safeguarding | Relationships | Preparing for the Next Step
Enrichment and Accreditation
Some units are delivered through Open Awards, offering students the opportunity to gain formal recognition for their learning.