Foxhill Primary School

INTENT

At Foxhill Primary School, we strive to be good citizens of the future! We want children to see that anything can be achieved in life if they are to put their mind to it and work hard. It is our aim for children to view people as role models and aspire for excellence in whatever path they choose to go down. Our intent is to give every child a broad and balanced PSHE and Relationships curriculum that equips the children for the future years ahead. To achieve this, it involves exciting experiences and learning that is based on theories to support learning, self-esteem and well-being. 

 

IMPLEMENTATION

 At Foxhill, we follow The Story Project scheme of work for PSHE and Health and Relationships Education. The Story Project is an evidence-based, book-led curriculum designed by teachers that puts popular children's stories at the heart of teaching PSHE (Personal, Social, Health, and Economic) and RSHE. It provides a safe, inclusive, and progressive way to develop emotional literacy, empathy, and lifelong wellbeing skills for children. Through this, pupils become more expert as they progress through the curriculum, accumulating,

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The purpose of this story project is to entertain, inform, and engage readers through meaningful storytelling. It aims to develop creativity, imagination, and communication skills while exploring important themes, characters, and life experiences. Through the story, readers are encouraged to think critically, understand different perspectives, and reflect on the messages and values presented. This Curriculum gives us everything we need to meet the Relationships and Health Education requirements, and PSHE statutory requirements.

The Story Project’s values of are promoted within our school curriculum and are given an extra significance through our weekly Well-being assemblies, which each focus on different elements of within The Story Project, as well as supporting children to develop as good citizens of the future. Weekly Well-being certificates are handed out to show children are recognised across the curriculum and beyond.

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Our PSHE curriculum aims to:

• Equip pupils with the knowledge and skills to lead healthy, safe and fulfilling lives.

• Foster respect, empathy and understanding of diversity and equality.

• Develop resilience, confidence and strategies for managing change and challenges.

• Prepare pupils for life in modern Britain and as responsible global citizens.

 

PSHE Curriculum Overview: The Story Project​

• Nursery: Focuses on the foundation of emotional awareness, using 8 units of work to introduce key emotions through continuous provision and small group activities.

• Primary (Reception to Year 6): Provides 42 progressive lessons that cover all statutory PSHE/RSHE objectives. Every year group explores 6 distinct themes, centered around a high-quality, popular book.

 

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• Emotional Distance: Discussing real-life issues through story characters allows children to analyze tricky emotions without feeling personally exposed or vulnerable.

• Embedded Literacy: It pairs wellbeing education with oracy and reading comprehension, ensuring reading remains at the center of learning.

• Fully Resourced: Teachers are provided with comprehensive materials, including one-page plans, PowerPoints, and staff training.

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