Relationships, Health and Economic Education (RHE) / PSHE

At Ravenshead C of E Primary School, Relationships Education and Health Education (RHE) are taught as part of our wider Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education (PSHE) curriculum. This supports pupils’ personal development, wellbeing and readiness for life in modern Britain.

RHE is statutory for all primary schools. At Ravenshead, we deliver this through the 1Decision PSHE curriculum, which provides a structured, age-appropriate and progressive programme from Year 1 to Year 6.

The curriculum supports pupils to build positive relationships, understand how to keep themselves physically and mentally healthy, stay safe (including online), develop emotional literacy and make informed choices.

Statutory Content

In line with Department for Education guidance, statutory Relationships and Health Education includes learning about:

• Families and people who care for me
• Caring friendships and respectful relationships
• Online relationships and internet safety
• Being safe, including consent and personal boundaries
• Mental wellbeing
• Physical health and fitness
• Healthy eating
• Personal hygiene
• Basic first aid and health awareness

Economic wellbeing is taught through PSHE lessons, supporting pupils’ understanding of responsibility, decision-making and preparation for later life.

Our Approach

Lessons are taught in a safe, supportive and inclusive environment, where pupils are encouraged to ask questions and reflect on their learning. Teaching is appropriate to pupils’ age and stage of development and reflects the school’s Christian vision and values.

The curriculum promotes equality, respect and inclusion, supporting pupils to understand protected characteristics and challenge discrimination and stereotypes.

Partnership with Parents

We work in partnership with parents and carers and are committed to transparency. Parents have the right to request withdrawal from elements of sex education (beyond the statutory Relationships and Health Education). Any requests will be considered in line with statutory guidance.

Through the 1Decision curriculum, we ensure pupils receive a high-quality, consistent and progressive PSHE education that equips them with the knowledge, skills and values needed to thrive.

RHE Policy - click the link below