PSHE
As a school, we strive to see all of our students grow, thrive and achieve both academically and personally. Whilst this does require our students to build and foster their own personal virtues, through our Sale High School Values, we ensure that all students understand their role as individuals, both within our school community and the wider communities in which we live. Our PSHE curriculum is just one of the ways in which we aim to support our students to become the best they can be throughout this important phase of personal and moral development.
Our PSHE (Personal, Social, Health, and Economic Education) curriculum encompasses key aspects of personal development, including emotional health and well-being, physical health, relationships, citizenship, financial literacy, and careers education. It is designed to encourage students to reflect on their values and beliefs, cultivate self-awareness, and foster respect for others. Sequenced expertly to build knowledge and personal skills, this PSHE curriculum is designed with keen focus on our Sale High School Values to ensure that our curriculum is both positive and meaningful, equipping teachers to give guidance that develops the character of each student, allowing them to flourish in their education and their life.
Through a combination of engaging lessons, discussion-based activities, and opportunities for reflection, we endeavour to create a safe and supportive environment where students feel empowered to express themselves. Our curriculum also encourages students to take responsibility for their actions, while emphasising the importance of mutual respect, empathy, and tolerance. In doing so, we strive to foster a culture of inclusion and diversity within the school community.
The Head of PSHE and RE oversees the resourcing, planning and delivery of the PSHE curriculum for the whole school. The delivery of PSHE is supported by our Form Tutors, who deliver PSHE in a timetabled lesson, 1 hour per fortnight. The PSHE curriculum is further supported through year group assemblies, planned by the Head of PSHE and RE and delivered by the SLT link for each year group. This ensures that students are receiving clear, coherent and meaningful messages, as well as promoting wider staff involvement in the personal and moral development of our students.
Aligned with our core school values—Aspiration, Resilience, Achievement, Respect, Diversity, and Community—we believe that PSHE plays a crucial role in preparing students for the challenges and opportunities they will encounter as active members of society. By promoting personal development and well-being, we aim to inspire students to make positive contributions to their local and global communities and to develop the skills required to succeed in an ever-evolving world.
Ultimately, our goal is for all students to leave our school with the resilience, knowledge, and aspirations to make informed choices, build healthy relationships, contribute meaningfully to society, and lead fulfilling lives.
