What is special about PSHE at St Michael’s Primary School?
At St Michael’s, PSHE is at the heart of our commitment to nurturing confident, compassionate and responsible young people. Guided by the PSHE Association’s Programme of Study, our curriculum equips children with the knowledge, skills and values they need to thrive both now and in the future.
A WholeChild Approach
PSHE at St Michael’s is special because it supports every aspect of a child’s development—emotional, social, physical and moral. Through carefully planned lessons, children learn how to understand themselves, build healthy relationships, stay safe and make positive choices.
Embedded in Everyday School Life
What truly sets our PSHE provision apart is the way it extends far beyond weekly lessons. Our valuesled culture ensures that children experience PSHE in all areas of school life—assemblies, circle times, restorative conversations, leadership roles and peer support. This creates a consistent, caring environment where every child feels valued and heard.
A Curriculum That Responds to Children’s Needs
Our PSHE curriculum is both structured and flexible. While we follow the PSHE Association’s core themes—Health and Wellbeing, Relationships, and Living in the Wider World—we also adapt learning to reflect the needs of our pupils and the local community. This ensures that PSHE remains relevant, meaningful and rooted in real life experiences.
Opportunities Beyond the Classroom
Children at St Michael’s benefit from a rich programme of wider opportunities that deepen and enrich their PSHE learning. These include themed weeks, visiting speakers, online safety events, charity projects, community links and pupilled initiatives. These experiences help children apply their learning in purposeful, practical ways.
Developing Skills for Life
Through PSHE, our children learn to communicate effectively, manage their emotions, show empathy, celebrate diversity and make responsible decisions. They develop resilience, respect and a strong sense of fairness—qualities that shape not only their time in school but their future lives as active, thoughtful citizens.