A holistic, whole-school approach to PSHE and SMSC, embedded across the curriculum, will improve pupils' wellbeing and create a more positive learning environment.
Steve Baker examines what each aspect of SMSC means in practice, in terms of Ofsted inspection, and advises on steps to take to make SMSC a whole school approach
The DfE is increasing its focus on 'Character’ and ‘British values’. Suzanne O’Connell talks to the head of Ampney Crucis Primary School, where values have been nurtured over time, not overnight
Good personal, social, health and economic education can make an enormous contribution to pupils' well-being. David Gordon looks at the role school governors should play in ensuring their school's provision is effective
How can we encourage young people to take more responsibility for their own learning and achievement, become more confident and develop better organisational skills? LindaHolman reports on a scheme which is working well for academic students
Ofsted were impressed by the SMSC provision at St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School. The headteacher explains what practical steps the school took to achieve this
The protection of older young people, particularly from the ages 16 to 18, can be overlooked. One serious case review of the suicide of a 16-year-old girl highlights the issues involved, explains Jenni Whitehead
There is a significant difference between being safe and feeling safe. This week's Protecting Children Update considers how to establish how your pupils are feeling
