At Bridge & Patrixbourne CEP School, a maintained primary school near Canterbury, we believe that Personal, Social, Health Education (PSHE) plays a vital role in the growth and development of every pupil. Our whole-school approach to PSHE supports children not only as learners but as caring, confident individuals within our Christian community.
A Curriculum Rooted in Care and Growth
Our PSHE curriculum is thoughtfully designed to provide pupils with a comprehensive and progressive learning experience. It includes the statutory Relationships and Health Education, ensuring that pupils receive relevant, age-appropriate knowledge and skills to navigate their world with confidence and kindness.
Key elements of our PSHE programme include:
- Emotional Literacy: Pupils learn to recognise, express, and manage their feelings in healthy ways, fostering emotional awareness and empathy.
- Building Resilience: We nurture pupils' ability to cope with challenges and setbacks, encouraging perseverance and a growth mindset.
- Mental and Physical Health: Lessons highlight the importance of making positive lifestyle choices, understanding the impact of those choices on wellbeing.
- Mindfulness: Through mindfulness activities, pupils enhance their concentration, focus, and emotional calm, which supports both their learning and personal development.
- Positive Relationships: Pupils are taught to value the views and opinions of others, developing respect, trust, and compassion in their interactions.
Reflecting Our Vision and Values
Our PSHE teaching is deeply aligned with our school vision, inspired by Jesus’ words: “I am the vine, you are the branches. If you abide in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit.” This message of living and growing together as a community is at the heart of how we support pupils to flourish.
The core values of Service, Forgiveness, Trust, Generosity, and Compassion underpin every aspect of our PSHE curriculum. For example:
- Service is encouraged as pupils learn to support and care for one another.
- Forgiveness is taught as a vital part of healthy relationships and conflict resolution.
- Trust is built through open and honest communication.
- Generosity is modelled by sharing ideas and supporting peers.
- Compassion guides pupils to understand and respect differences, including those related to cultural and language diversity.
How You Can Support at Home
We encourage parents to engage with their child’s PSHE learning by:
- Discussing feelings and experiences openly.
- Encouraging kindness and respect in everyday situations.
- Supporting healthy lifestyle choices and routines.
- Practising mindfulness and relaxation techniques together.
PSHE Curriculum Documents
RSHE Documents