PSHE & RSE
PSHE & RSE (Jigsaw)
Subject Lead – Mrs L Franco
At Priory Lane Community School, we are all responsible and respectful children!
Our Approach to PSHE Education
Our School Ethos
At Priory Lane Community School, we believe that every child deserves to feel safe, valued and supported. We are committed to nurturing the whole child so that pupils develop the confidence, resilience and respect they need to succeed in school and in life.
Our PSHE and RSHE curriculum reflects our commitment to:
- Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children
- Equality, diversity and inclusion
- Positive mental health and emotional wellbeing
- Preparing pupils to be responsible, respectful and active citizens
PSHE plays a vital role in helping pupils understand themselves, build healthy relationships and make informed choices.
Local Authority and Statutory Guidance
Our PSHE and RSHE provision is delivered in line with:
- Department for Education statutory guidance for Relationships Education, Relationships and Sex Education (RSHE) and Health Education
- Local Authority guidance and safeguarding expectations
- Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)
We ensure that teaching is age-appropriate, inclusive and responsive to the needs of our school community.
At Priory Lane Community School, PSHE is delivered through the nationally recognised Jigsaw PSHE Programme, which provides a whole-school, progressive and spiral approach to learning.
What Is Jigsaw?
Jigsaw PSHE is a comprehensive, age‑appropriate programme used by schools across the UK. It brings together PSHE, emotional literacy, social skills and spiritual development in a structured and engaging way.
The programme is built around six half‑termly themes (called Puzzles) that are revisited and developed each year:
Each Puzzle is made up of six lessons, one taught each week.
How PSHE Is Taught
PSHE at Priory Lane Community School is led by Mrs L Franco (PSHE/RSHE Lead). At the beginning of each half term, Mrs Franco introduces the new Jigsaw Puzzle through a whole-school assembly, helping children understand the key theme and expectations for learning.
PSHE lessons are taught in a safe, supportive and respectful environment. Lessons follow a consistent structure which helps children feel secure and confident to share their ideas.
Through Jigsaw, children:
- Learn through discussion, stories, games and reflection
- Develop emotional vocabulary and self‑awareness
- Practise social skills such as cooperation, empathy and resilience
- Are encouraged to think critically and respectfully
All lessons are inclusive, age‑appropriate and taught by trained staff who understand the needs of our pupils.
Relationships and Sex Education (RSE)
As part of PSHE, we teach Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) in line with:
- Department for Education statutory guidance
- Our school’s RSE Policy
RSE is taught through the Relationships and Changing Me Jigsaw units and is carefully adapted to be age‑appropriate.
Children learn about:
- Healthy and respectful relationships
- Families and friendships
- Body parts and personal boundaries
- How bodies change as we grow
- How to keep themselves safe
Parents and carers are informed in advance of RSE lessons and have the opportunity to view teaching materials.
Inclusion and Wellbeing
Jigsaw supports children’s mental health and wellbeing and promotes:
- Respect for difference
- Equality and diversity
- Confidence and self‑esteem
- Emotional regulation and mindfulness
Lessons are adapted to meet the needs of all learners and support children with additional needs.
Working in Partnership with Parents
We believe PSHE works best when school and home work together. We:
- Keep parents informed about what their children are learning
- Share curriculum overviews and policies
- Encourage open communication and questions
If you would like more information about our PSHE curriculum or the Jigsaw programme, please contact the school office.
Safeguarding and Child Protection
Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do at Priory Lane Community School. PSHE and RSHE play a key role in helping children understand how to keep themselves and others safe, both online and offline.
Children are taught:
- How to recognise unsafe situations
- How to ask for help and who to talk to
- How to keep themselves safe in relationships
- How to stay safe online
For more information, please see:
- Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy (available on the school website)
- Online Safety Policy
If you have any safeguarding concerns, please contact the school immediately.
Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSL)
- Mrs Joanne Leighton – Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
- Mr Alex Renney – Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
- Mrs Alison Brookes – Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Useful Links
- Jigsaw PSHE: https://www.jigsawpshe.com
- Department for Education – PSHE and RSHE guidance
- NSPCC: https://www.nspcc.org.uk
- Childline: https://www.childline.org.uk
PSHE documents…
