Developing Happy, Healthy and Responsible Citizens

At Parklands Primary School, we believe that education is about far more than academic success. Our Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) curriculum sits at the heart of our Personal Development offer, equipping children with the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to lead healthy, happy and fulfilling lives.

We want every child to feel safe, valued and respected. Through our carefully planned curriculum, children learn how to build positive relationships, look after their physical and mental wellbeing, celebrate diversity, make informed decisions and become responsible members of their school, local community and wider society.

Our curriculum is ambitious, progressive and tailored to meet the needs of our pupils and our community. Alongside the Kapow Primary PSHE and RSE curriculum, we enhance learning through local partnerships, enrichment opportunities and personalised units that respond to the needs of our community. This ensures learning is relevant, meaningful and prepares children for life in modern Britain.

Learning is carefully sequenced from the Early Years through to Year 6 and is centred around six key areas:

• My Healthy Self
• Connecting with Others
• The Online World
• Staying Safe
• Health Protection
• Citizenship

Beyond the classroom, children experience a rich programme of opportunities that bring learning to life. These include Police Education, MindMate Champions, Good Morning Club, Mindful Monday, Picture News, Careers Education, Diversity Role Models, Road Safety, Bikeability, educational visits, visitors and workshops. These experiences are carefully planned to strengthen children's understanding of British Values, safeguarding, equality and personal responsibility.

Children are encouraged to reflect on their learning through PSHE Floor Books, pupil voice and meaningful discussions, enabling them to develop confidence, resilience and empathy as they grow.

At Parklands, our ambition is simple: to develop kind, respectful, resilient and responsible citizens who are ready to flourish at secondary school and make a positive contribution to life in modern Britain.