PSHCE

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We want our students to grow up healthy, happy, safe, and able to manage the challenges and opportunities of modern Britain.  To support this aim, Pledge2Learn will provide access to all of our students access learning for life and some of this is through our PSHCE (Personal, Social, Health, Citizenship and Economic Education) sessions.  These sessions include learning and developing understanding of Healthy Relationships and Sex Education (RSE), which are vital aspects of growing and developing.  

The Relationships and Sex Education is aimed at providing young people the information they need to help them develop healthy, nurturing relationships of all kinds.  

We learn about what a healthy and unhealthy relationship look like and what makes a good friend, colleague and successful marriage or committed relationship. At the appropriate time, the focus will move to developing intimate relationships, to equip your child with knowledge they need to make safe, informed and healthy choices as they progress through adult life.  

By the end of secondary school, pupils will have been taught content on: 

Part of our PSHCE focuses on Health Education to give your child the information they need to make good decisions about their own health and wellbeing, to recognise issues in themselves and others, and to seek support as early as possible when issues arise.   To support this developing understanding we will cover content on: 

We work closely with parents and carers and so the teaching at Pledge2Learn will complement and reinforce the lessons you teach your child as they grow up.  If there are specific areas you feel that your child needs more support with then please get in touch.

Below you will see some of the outlines of the subjects we will cover with your child.  If you have any questions or feedback, please let its know.

PSHCE Long Term Plan.pdf

PSHCE lessons explore how the Equality Act 2010 legally protects people from discrimination in schools, in the workplace and in wider society. 

What does the Equality Act 2010 mean for schools?

Schools have a legal obligation to promote equality and tackle discrimination based on the nine protected characteristics outlined in the Equality Act 2010. 

This means that they must take active steps to ensure that all students are treated fairly and have equal access to opportunities and resources, regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. 

Age

Discrimination based on age is unlawful, and everyone should be treated equitably, regardless of age.

Younger students may be seen as immature or inexperienced, while older students may be viewed as more mature or responsible. Additonally, during adolescence, students may experience hormonal changes that can impact their physical and emotional well-being, such as puberty or menstruation. For example, female students may face stigma or exclusion related to menstruation or pregnancy, while male students may face assumptions about masculinity or aggression. These stereotypes can lead to discrimination, negative stereotypes or exclusion from certain activities or opportunities.

Disability

Reasonable adjustments must be made to provide equal opportunities for students with disabilities.

Disabled students may face physical and attitudinal barriers that prevent them from accessing education, such as inaccessible buildings, lack of assistive technology or support, or negative attitudes from peers and staff. Disability discrimination can limit students' opportunities and undermine their potential.

Gender Reassignment

Discrimination against transgender individuals is illegal, and they must be treated with dignity and respect.

Students who are transitioning may face harassment, bullying, and discrimination from peers and staff who are not supportive of their gender identity. This can lead to poor mental health, social isolation, and academic difficulties.

Marriage and Civil Partnership

Married and civil partnered individuals must not face discrimination.

Students with parents or carers who are married or in a civil partnership may face assumptions and stereotypes about their family structure or their ability to focus on their education. Similarly, students with divorced or separated parents may face stigma or negative stereotyping that can impact their self-esteem and well-being. Furthermore, students with same-sex or LGBTQ+ parents may face discrimination or exclusion from certain activities or opportunities based on their family structure. It's important to create a welcoming and inclusive learning environment that respects and celebrates diversity in all its forms.

Pregnancy & Maternity

Discrimination against pregnant individuals or those on maternity leave is illegal.

Pregnant or parenting students may face negative attitudes and stereotypes from peers and staff, such as assumptions that they are less committed to their education or that they cannot succeed academically while also caring for a child. This can lead to social isolation, academic difficulties, and discrimination.

Race

Discrimination based on race or ethnicity is illegal, and everyone should be treated equitably.

Students from ethnic minority backgrounds may face racism, discrimination, and negative stereotyping from peers and staff. This can impact their self-esteem, sense of belonging, and academic performance, as well as limit their opportunities.

Religion or Belief

Discrimination based on religion or belief is illegal, and individuals' beliefs must be respected.

Students from different religious or belief backgrounds may face discrimination, bullying, or negative stereotyping based on their beliefs. This can lead to social isolation, conflict, and exclusion from certain activities or opportunities.

Sex

Discrimination against men, women, and non-binary individuals is illegal.

Students may face sexism, gender stereotyping, and harassment based on their sex or gender identity. This can impact their self-esteem, mental health, and academic performance, as well as limit their opportunities.

Sexual Orientation

Discrimination based on sexual orientation is illegal, including discrimination against individuals who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, or any other sexual orientation.

Students who identify as LGBTQ+ may face homophobia, biphobia, or transphobia from peers and staff, as well as discrimination or exclusion from certain activities or opportunities. This can lead to social isolation, mental health problems, and academic difficulties.