PSHE
During PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education) lessons, children are taught and involved in discussions about being a good citizen and their contribution to society.
Our PSHE Learning Journey
Through the Jigsaw programme, pupils encounter a range of themes, including ‘changing me’, ‘being me in my world’ and ‘celebrating difference’. British values are discussed and explored throughout the PSHE and wider curriculum. The Jigsaw themes of ‘healthy me’ and ‘changing me’ teach children about personal hygiene and safety, as well as the changes that occur to their bodies.
Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE) sits within our PSHE curriculum. RSHE teaches pupils about positive relationships, including friendships, family relationships and relationships with other children and adults. Children are taught about having respect for others and understanding that families are made up in many ways. Children also explore their own emotional and mental wellbeing, whilst also learning about different ways of staying safe, including online. For more information about RSHE at Burlington Junior School, please click on following link: Relationships Education (RSHE).
"I think PSHE is important as we learn about how everyone is different."
Year 5 Pupil
"PSHE lessons teach you how to see things from other people's points of view."
Year 4 Pupil
Enrichment in PSHE
Learning that takes place within PSHE supports pupils beyond their classroom lesson. Pupils learn about keeping safe, having healthy relationships, friendships and wellbeing and this learning is used in all aspects of school life.
Assemblies support this learning further by addressing school and world issues, allowing pupils to participate in discussions around these topics.
Where appropriate, enrichment opportunities are planned to enhance learning. This may include visitors coming into school to discuss topics. Recently, local police officers have visited Year 6 to teach them more about keeping safe.
We participate in whole-school events and theme weeks throughout the year such as anti-bullying week (including Odd Socks Day), Diversity Week and Children's Mental Health Day.
"I like learning how to solve friendship problems so that I am happy at school."
Year 4 Pupil
Anti-Bullying Week -2022
In 2022, the anti-bullying theme was 'Reach Out'. Andy and the Odd Socks created a song called 'Calling Out' which supports key messages for children about anti-bullying from the Anti-Bullying Alliance which included pupils from Burlington.
Useful Learning Links
BBC Bitesize - PSHE and Citizenship