Weaving PSHE into the new National Curriculum

• We introduce the value and reflect on this in our assemblies. The PSHE education of children plays a significant part in their ability to learn and achieve. At Rivington Primary we believe that PSHE is essential to raising standards of attainment for all children and to prepare them for the opportunities and experiences of modern life. Values led education supports behaviour and influences actions and attitudes. It equips children with the self-esteem and confidence to enable them to reach their potential and gives them the social skills to work with others effectively to build an effective and supportive school community.   To implement values led education we work in the following ways as a whole school: • We focus on one value a month from the carefully selected planned program which is reviewed annually. • We introduce the value and reflect on this in our assemblies. • We explore the values in class in a planned 30 minute weekly session and in cross-curricular subjects. Sessions in class in each month cover the objectives for that value as referenced in this document. • We talk about the value at home as this is shared with parents. • We aim to show the value in our behaviour towards others. • We celebrate the children’s ability to show the value in their behaviour and we choose a good citizen of the month to receive an award from each class. • We continue to reflect on previous values that link with our cross curricular learning. For more information about each curriculum area please speak to the class teacher.

  Value Objectives Vocabulary / Related school activities September Responsibility I know that I am responsible for the choices I make and how I behave. I understand my rights and responsibilities in school. I understand the need for rules in society and rules in school and in class. I know how to make my classroom and school a safe and fair place for everyone. The rule of Law – Creating class rules, accepting jobs responsibilities within the class. Individual Liberty – making choices. School / Eco Council members. House captain elections. Bully busters. Mentors – older children supporting younger children. Democracy, Fairness and Justice. October Unity I know how to work as part of a team. I know how to share with others. I understand how to use my strengths to support others. I understand the need for fairness for all. I understand that we are all equal. I understand democracy. I know the right I have to share my thoughts and opinions with others. I know how to respect others difference and to accept them. Being part of a team, learning to work together, sharing, leadership, co-operation, equality and democracy. School and Eco council. House-teams. Pupil and Parents voice.

November Friendship I know how to show friendship. I can explain what being a good friend means. I know how to be a good listener and take turns. I can calmly resolve problems. I know how to make others feel appreciated.   Anti-bullying week – how to be a good friend, qualities of a friend – kindness and empathy. Bully busters. Child mentors. Nurture groups. Showing love and compassion to others. December Thankfulness I know how to show my thankfulness and appreciation to others. I know that I should be grateful for all that I have. Giving thanks for what we have. Appreciation. Being grateful. January Peace I know what my triggers for anger are. I know what happens when I get angry. I know strategies to calm myself down when I am angry. I understand the importance of calming down and how to do so. I know how my behaviour is linked to my thoughts and feelings. I know how it feels to start something new and some ways to deal with these feelings. Showing self control, learning to manage feelings, finding an inner calm / stillness. Children’s Yoga. Brain Gym.

February Kindness I know how it feels when someone is kind. I know how to show kindness to others in both words and actions. I know how to show consideration for others feelings. I know how to support someone if they are sad or scared. I know how to be helpful and supportive to others.   Showing consideration for others. Helping and supporting. March Tolerance I know how I am the same as and different from others. I know why difference is a good thing. I know what acceptance means. I understand the importance of accepting others. I recognise how difference might be useful in teamwork. I recognise stereotypes and prejudice. I know how it can feel to be excluded or treated badly because of being different. I can treat others with respect and be well mannered. Showing mutual respect, understanding and accepting differences, Harmony, different beliefs / cultures, different likes / dislikes, different abilities. Empathy for others.

April Forgiveness I know that people don’t always see things the same way. I can see things from other’s point of view and use this to end a conflict. I understand the need to respect others point of view. I can tell if people are sad and know how to make them feel better. I know how to make a situation better when I have done something wrong. I know what it means to be truthful. I know what trust means. I know how to forgive. I know why asking for forgiveness is important.   Learning how to forgive and why we should forgive. Asking for forgiveness, accepting responsibility for our actions. Empathy. May Resilience I understand that patience is important when working towards a goal. I know that determination means working hard and overcoming barriers. I know that positivity can help me to face a challenge. I understand that making mistakes helps to me to learn and move forward. I know that we make small steps in our progress towards achievement. I know that if I keep going I am making progress. Determination, perseverance, working towards a challenge, positivity, accepting change, patience. School / Eco Council.

June Respect I know how to be well mannered and why it is important. I know what respect is and ways of showing it. I can treat others with respect and be well-mannered. I understand the need to respect others point of view.   Respect, manners, understanding. July Self-Belief I feel good about my strengths. I accept myself for whom and what I am. I am proud of the ways in which I am different. I can face a challenge with confidence. I can celebrate my achievement with pride. Confidence. Positivity. Accepting and working towards your strengths. Being proud of who you are, your achievements. Showing pride in your work. Being proud of your class and your school. Celebrating.

At Rivington we regard PSHE as an important, integral component of the whole curriculum. We provide a broad and balanced curriculum, ensuring that it: • Promotes the spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical development of our children. • Prepares our children for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences they already face and for adult life. • Provides information about keeping healthy and safe, emotionally and physically. • Encourages our children to understand how all actions have consequences and how they can make informed choices to help themselves, others and the environment.