At Ryders Green, we strive to give every child, every opportunity, at their one chance in primary school.

Intent

At Ryders Green Primary School, our PSHE/RSHE curriculum, delivered through Kapow, aims to support all children in developing personally, socially, morally, and culturally. We intend to help pupils build respectful relationships, understand their rights and responsibilities, develop self-esteem, and learn to keep themselves safe and healthy. The curriculum encourages children to value diversity, take responsibility, make informed decisions, and prepare for the challenges of life beyond school.

Implementation

The Kapow programme provides structured, progressive lessons that cover key themes in PSHE/RSHE across the school. Lessons focus on personal development, relationships, health and well-being, and social responsibility. Children are encouraged to reflect on their own experiences, engage in discussion and activities, and make links between lessons and real-life situations.

The curriculum is designed to be inclusive and engaging, with opportunities for children to share their ideas, participate in group work, and have a voice in school decisions. PSHE/RSHE learning is reinforced across other subjects and school activities, helping pupils apply their learning in practical ways.

Impact

Through their learning, pupils develop confidence, independence, and responsibility. They gain an understanding of respectful relationships, personal safety, health, and well-being, and learn to navigate social and moral challenges. Pupils demonstrate empathy, respect, and awareness of diversity. By the time they leave Ryders Green, children are prepared to transition successfully to secondary school as responsible, thoughtful, and resilient young people.