PSHE - Heathfield School

PSHE Education at Heathfield

Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) education empowers every pupil to leave Heathfield as a confident, resilient and well-rounded young person, ready to thrive in an ever-changing world. The PSHE programme is run for all our Year 7 – Year 13 in timetabled lessons by experiences subject specialists.

It aims to develop skills and attributes such as resilience, self-esteem, risk-management, team-working and critical thinking in the context of learning grouped into three core themes: Health and Wellbeing, Relationships and Living in the Wider World (including Economic Wellbeing and aspects of Careers Education).

“The extensive PSHE curriculum, which includes RSE educates pupils to make safe and informed choices. Teachers facilitate age-appropriate discussion on topics such as healthy relationships, identity, drug awareness and consent.”

ISI Inspection Report, October 2025

Our PSHE programme encourages pupils to develop a strong understanding of themselves and their place within the wider community. By building self-awareness, confidence and positive relationships, we help every pupil flourish during their time at school and prepare for life beyond the classroom.

By exploring current issues and promoting an understanding of different cultures, faiths and backgrounds, pupils learn to think critically, engage in meaningful discussion and make informed choices. The programme also helps them develop the knowledge and awareness needed to stay safe, healthy and resilient.

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PSHE Education at Heathfield

“The extensive PSHE curriculum, which includes RSE educates pupils to make safe and informed choices. Teachers facilitate age-appropriate discussion on topics such as healthy relationships, identity, drug awareness and consent.”