Yeadon Westfield Junior School
PSHE
PSHE Statement of Intent
Resilient Respectful Inspired Curious
Healthy Humans at Yeadon Westfield Junior School
An individual’s physical, mental and social attributes affect all aspects of their lives, both as a child and as an adult. The study of PSHE (personal, social, health and education) enables children to acquire the knowledge, understanding and skills they need to live independent, healthy and fulfilling lives. At Yeadon Westfield Junior School we believe that children’s PSHE underpins all their learning and affords them greatest opportunity to reach their full potential.
PSHE extends beyond the classroom and, indeed, underpins how our school community operates daily. We take every opportunity to support children with their development:
- Informally through, promoting restorative ways of resolving any issues which arise including our peer mediator programme
- More formally through, assemblies, lessons, circle times, interventions, visitors and trips.
This breadth of experience allows children to practise and embed the attributes needed to thrive as respectful and resilient individuals, family members and as part of the wider world.
Our robust curriculum encourages curiosity and reflection whilst also challenging children to apply their understanding to practical, real-life situations thereby preparing them to manage the challenges and responsibilities they will face growing up in a rapidly changing society. Our programme of study inspires the children to be enterprising, make positive learning and career choices, support them in making effective transitions and develop economic wellbeing. The critical components of our PSHE provision provide opportunities for children to clarify their values and attitudes; explore the complex and sometimes conflicting range of attitudes they encounter now and in the future; actively promote British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and encourage mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs to prepare our pupils for life in modern day Britain.
Our curriculum is split into 7 main themes:
- Physical health and wellbeing
- Keeping safe and managing risk
- Identity, society and equality
- Drug, alcohol and tobacco education
- Mental health and emotional wellbeing
- Careers, financial capability and economic wellbeing
- Relationship education
We also have a very active School Council and Harmony Group which represent student voice. They meet regularly and lead valuable work within school on behalf of our children as well as linking with the local community.
As part of PSHE, we begin to teach Relationship and Sex Education (RSE) in Year 5, which continues into Year 6. We keep parents and carers well informed of the approach we take and the material covered in these sessions. We aim to keep lines of communication open and create a safe environment where questions can be raised, and any further support or information can be received.
Spring Term 2026
Spring term 2026 - Years 5 and 6 - Visit to Memory Lane
Some children in Years 5 and 6 visited Memory Lane Care Centre and spent the afternoon playing board games, colouring and completing jigsaws with the residents. They also took part in some aerobics and Miss Swallow played some tunes on the piano.
January 2026 - A great start to the year with a visit from Rawdon Fire Service. Children were lucky to meet the Fire Brigade, see the Fire Engine close up and find out about Fire Safety.
Autumn Term 2025 -26
Emotional Regulation Workshop November 2025
6.11.25 Children across all Year Groups (and the Harmony Representatives) took part in a wonderful workshop today about ‘emotional regulation’. They shared how they manage ‘big emotions’ and learned a range of strategies and techniques to use in the future. These included: belly breathing, ‘tapping’ and grounding techniques. We all felt very calm afterwards!
Oral Hygiene Workshop October 2025
Year 3 and 4 all took part in an Oral Hygiene workshop last week promoting the importance of toothbrushing. They learned about:
- Toothbrushing techniques in a fun, interactive way
- Oral health games and activities
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Age-appropriate dental facts and discussions
Each child should have brought home a sticker, a toothbrushing chart and a toothbrush and tooth paste sample too.
We hope this encourages the children to continue with excellent Oral Hygiene routines!
Year 6 had a workshop led by the NHS Mindmate team who discussed how to recognise and manage big emotions. October 2025
Have a look at the fabulous work each class has completed in the Big PSHE Books this year. We have had so many interesting discussions! 2024- 2025
Year 5/6 all took part in a PSHE Primary Choices workshop this week led by staff from The Leeds United Foundation. All children discussed a variety of important topics including Anti-social Behaviour, Peer Pressure, Joint Enterprise and Social Media. Year 5 and 6 worked really well together to discuss these prevalent topics and contributed thoughtfully and maturely showing they know the right choices to make as they become more independent.
What do the children at Yeadon Westfield Junior School think of PSHE? We asked a group of children some questions to find out!
What is PSHE?
"Learning about right and wrong." Lexie
"Learning about health." Freddie
"Teaching you about controlling your emotions and also learning about mental and physical health." Aiden
What do you enjoy about PSHE?
"I like how it lets you know what to do and sets you up for the world ahead." Jasmine
"I like doing crafts linked to our objectives and learning new things." Maddison
"I enjoy learning about myself." Alicia
What have you been learning about this year in PSHE?
"Mental health." Ollie
"About drugs and smoking. This is so that we know how to be healthy and why we shouldn't smoke or do other drugs." Alicia
"About gender stereotyping and discrimination." James
