Intent:
West Cornforth Primary School considers that Sex and Relationships Education (RSE) is an integral part of the Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE) and citizenship curriculum, and is linked to that for science. We aim to offer pupils a carefully planned programme on human development, relationships, sexuality and family life within a safe, comfortable atmosphere and in a relaxed relationship between teacher and pupil. We will ensure that pupils will be prepared for the physical and emotional changes they undergo at puberty, by giving them the appropriate knowledge and skills matched to their level of maturity. During our lessons, children will learn about the emotional, social and physical aspects of growing up. They will be given opportunity to express themselves in a trusted environment. Central to the RSE programme is the growth of self-esteem and taking responsibility for oneself and one’s actions. The development of pupils’ self- esteem is essential to an effective health education programme. If young people feel good about themselves, they are more likely to take care of themselves, think positively of other people, and, therefore, develop caring relationships. We believe that high quality RSE helps create safe school communities in which pupils can grow, learn and develop positive healthy behaviour.
Implementation:
We use a variety of teaching and learning styles in our RSE lessons. Our principal aim is to develop children’s knowledge and understanding of relationship and sex education to prepare them for a rapidly changing world. Children will be given opportunities to express themselves, articulate their thoughts, doubts and anxieties in a trusting environment. Children should be introduced, at appropriate stages, to the correct terminology in their programme of sex education. It is important that acceptable and unacceptable terminology is clarified. After initial discussion, correct biological terms will be used at all times for teaching.
RSE will be given to ensure quality of access for all pupils, regardless of gender, race or disability, so giving equal opportunities and avoiding discrimination. Pupils with special educational needs will be given the opportunity to fully participate in RSE lessons, and a differentiated programme will be provided where necessary, to ensure that all pupils gain a full understanding.
Lessons are planned and delivered by the class teacher or by an enlisted adult such as the school nurse or a member of the NSPCC. All sessions run by a visiting speaker will also be attended by a teacher familiar with the RSE policy.
Impact:
The aims and objectives of RSE in West Cornforth Primary School are for the children:
- To have the confidence and self-esteem to value themselves and others.
- To understand about the range of relationships, including the importance of family for the care and support of children.
- To develop confidence in talking, listening and thinking about feelings and relationships.
- To be able to name parts of the body and describe how their bodies work.
- To be prepared for puberty.
- To understand the consequences of their actions and behave responsibly within relationships.
- To be able to recognise unsafe situations and be able to protect themselves and ask for help and support.
- To understand the role the media plays in forming attitudes.
- To understand how safe routines can reduce the spread of viruses.
Subject Area Progression Map
RSE Progression Map at West Cornforth Primary School
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