PSHE and SMSC

A holistic, whole-school approach to PSHE and SMSC, embedded across the curriculum, will improve pupils' wellbeing and create a more positive learning environment.

RSE and SEND: communicating with parents and carers
Parents and carers of children with SEND may find it hard to accept that their child will participate in RSE. Adele Bates shares advice on how staff can communicate effectively about the latest guidance
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Everything you need to know about the RSE guidance
The relationships and sex education (RSE) and health education curriculum became compulsory for schools in September 2020. Rebecca Jennings explains what you need to know about the RSE/RSHE guidance
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RSHE: template letter for parents
Relationships and sex education can be a controversial topic for parents. This template letter and FAQs will help explain your school's PSHE curriculum and keep them informed
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Video: Getting the culture right for LGBT+ inclusive RSE
Shaun Dellenty explains how to position RSE in your whole school ethos and teach pupils about LGBT+ for the safety and wellbeing of all young people
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RSE: it's not just about sex!
Schools need to be aware that RSE covers more than just sex education. Charlie Roden signposts resources for some useful starting points
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Careers and provider access model policy
Maintained schools and academies must publish certain details about their careers programme and a technical education provider access policy statement

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PSHE lesson: Toppling statues
Luke Ramsden shares a PSHE lesson resource exploring attitudes towards statues of public figures in the light of Black Lives Matter. Use it to stimulate discussion with pupils
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Talking to pupils about race and racism
Building discussions about race and racism into the curriculum is important in all phases. Dana Abdulkarim offers ways to do this and ideas for involving staff and parents
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PSHE lesson: is social media bad for your health?
Download and adapt this lesson plan around the use of social media to stimulate discussion, reflection and critical thinking
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PSHE lesson: the importance of sleep
Luke Ramsden shares a PSHE lesson resource focused around why sleep matters and how to get more of it. Use it to stimulate discussion with pupils
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