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Personal, Social & Health Education (PSHE) & Citizenship
This is a structured programme of activities delivered to all pupils through seven Focus Days.
PSHE
These activities provide opportunities for pupils to learn how to grow as an individual, develop self awareness, become responsible for managing their time, learn how to co-operative and negotiate, work with others, consider moral and social dilemmas, and make choices & decisions.
Citizenship
These activities aim to develop knowledge and understanding of the world around us, and to develop the skills required as active citizens.
In order to maximise the effects of the programme, a variety of methods of delivery are used which include, visiting speakers, talks, discussions, audio presentations, team teaching, individual and group work, practical activities, demonstrations and visits out of school.
The programme is planned to provide the widest possible range of experiences for pupils. Topics covered might include, multi-cultural society, racism, dealing with peer pressure, a healthy lifestyle, including sex education, being a good citizen, personal safety, the legal system, government, global awareness, fair trade, careers and enterprise education.
Homework
The school would like to work very closely with Parents to ensure that pupils undertake Homework.
Homework is considered to make an important contribution to pupils' progress and success. Not only does it provide extra time for covering the work laid down, but it helps pupils to take initiative, become independent in their learning and to develop a work routine. Parents receive a homework timetable each year and are asked to keep a regular check on their child's planner, where homework is recorded.
It is very important that you ensure your son/daughter does their homework on time. We would strongly advise you to monitor this important aspect of their school career. We would also like your support when your son/daughter is asked to meet deadlines for projects and coursework. Pupils must know how serious it is to be late producing work.
Careers Education
Careers Education is an ongoing programme which begins early in the Lower School, when some self-awareness exercises are undertaken. Whilst not being specifically aimed at 'jobs', it does invite pupils to begin to consider their own strengths and skills. By Year 9 the pupils are encouraged to be aware of the sources of information with regard to careers which are available to them, as well as considering their option choices with broad career areas in mind.
In the Upper School there are a number of specific elements of the Personal, Social & Health Education course which involve consideration of opportunities post-16, job families and levels, information seeking and gathering and "interviews" with a Connexions Advisor, who is responsible for the external careers advice. The programme of events includes visits by staff and students of the post-16 institutions, a close look at Youth Training arrangements, as well as meeting with parents to explain the choices/opportunities available.
To support this there is a well-stocked Careers Library, available to all pupils, with computer programs in both the library and the computer rooms. There is also Mrs Reaney PSHE Co-ordinator to offer help and guidance.
As part of pupils' last full year in school, a complete Work Experience programme for two weeks duration is arranged. Pupils are involved in arranging their own placements, and their work is monitored by tutors and Mrs Reaney PSHE Co-ordinator.
