PSHE and Citizenship subject information
We aim to offer the children an engaging and high-quality PSHE curriculum which is relevant to the needs of our children. The curriculum effectively prepares them for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences needed to thrive as individuals and members of society. Additionally, the curriculum promotes a strong emphasis on the skills and attributes required to develop positive relationships with themselves and others, as well as provides opportunities to develop their emotional literacy.
Intent
At Thorpepark, we teach PSHE and citizenship as a whole-school approach to underpin children’s development as people, we believe that this also supports their learning capacity. The Jigsaw programme offers a comprehensive and relevant scheme of work bringing consistency and progression to our children’s learning in this curriculum area. Additionally, these focuses are employed through other areas of the curriculum and contribute to the whole school ethos, safeguarding and SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social, Cultural) developments. Children’s wider knowledge on being healthy, staying safe and preparing them for life and work in modern Britain is also relevant to the curriculum, significantly contributing towards the safeguarding of our children and driving career aspirations for their futures.
Implementation
The Jigsaw Programme provides fully planned scheme of work, giving children relevant learning experiences to help them navigate their world and to develop positive relationships with themselves and others. The programme is taught weekly and consists of 6 half-term learning themes which remain consistent across the school. The themes are broken down into 6 Jigsaw pieces (lessons), each piece consists of 2 learning objectives which accommodate progression of Relationships and Health education and the other is designed to develop children’s emotional literacy and social skills. The Jigsaw themes are also employed within other areas of school life, such as whole school assemblies to continue to contribute towards the development of children’s wider learning regarding the Jigsaw theme learning intentions. Overall, this structure ensures learning is enriched every year to support the children and helps them understand and value how they positively fit into and contribute to the world.
Jigsaw outcomes, as well as wider skills associated with PSHE and citizenship are also addressed through other areas of the curriculum and school life, this is the responsibility of all members of staff to ensure children successfully progress within these areas.
Jigsaw themes:
- Being Me in My World (Autumn 1)
- Celebrating Difference (Autumn 2)
- Dreams and Goals (Spring 1)
- Healthy Me (Spring 2)
- Relationships (Summer 1)
- Changing Me (Summer 2)
Further subject information:
“Pupils thrive at Thorpepark Academy.”
“Leaders know the pupils, their families and the community very well.”
“Pupils are motivated to learn.”
“The school’s offer for pupils’ personal development is exceptional.”
“Pupils are motivated to learn. They enjoy lessons and they achieve well.”
“By the end of key stage 2 pupils have secure knowledge in English and mathematics.”
“Pupils are well prepared for secondary education.”
“Leaders prioritise pupils’ well-being.”
“Pupils understand how to keep their minds and bodies healthy.”
“Pupils know ways to raise their own self-esteem and that of others.”
“Pupil ambassadors check on other pupils’ well-being.”
“Pupil mentors support younger pupils and those new to the school.”
“Pupils are empathetic and show understanding of other pupils’ needs.”
“Parents work in partnership with leaders and staff.”
“Many parents appreciate the adult learning and volunteering opportunities available to them.”
“Leaders, including the trust, ensure that pupil, parent and staff well-being is a top priority.”
“Leaders are committed to and highly skilled in supporting pupils who struggle to manage their own behaviour.”
“There is a truly inclusive ethos.”
“Leaders have designed the curriculum to develop pupils’ sense of belonging, identity and pride in being from Hull.”
“Pupils learn about people and places from their local area in all subjects.”
“Leaders have ensured that the teaching of reading is strong.”
“Pupils are exposed to a wide range of high-quality books.”
“Lots of initiatives are in place to encourage pupils’ love of reading.”
“Children in the early years get off to a good start.”
“The curriculum for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is well designed.”
“Pupils often benefit from bespoke plans which are matched to their needs.”
“Pupils love the ‘Thorpepark 50’.”
“Extra-curricular clubs are carefully chosen to stretch individual pupils’ talents in music, sport and other areas, including sewing.”
“Pupils learn the importance of contributing to their community.”
“Pupils enjoy being active citizens and getting paid in credits they can spend in the school shop.”
