Tom Raw
WHS Personal Development
Wapping High School PSHE Curriculum Map
Wapping High School aims to provide its learners with an excellent PSHE education, which equips them with the vital tools needed to lead an autonomous, values-led, happy and healthy life in the UK in the 21st Century. Focused PSHE lessons are delivered weekly as part of their Personal Growth Lessons.
Personal Growth lessons allows us to embed the link between PSHE and vital life skills throughout the wider school curriculum. PSHE is taught as part of a wider SMSC programme which includes Relationships & Sex Education and Careers Education which takes place in Personal Growth lessons.
Within Personal Growth lessons Learners will also have an opportunity for coaching to take place where they will nurture and develop these vital life skills. This will all be recorded in the from of reflections on their Personal Growth Portfolio.
PSHE Curriculum Map
Please click on this link to view the Wapping High School PSHE/RSE Health Education Curriculum Overview – this document gives a detailed overview of the subject content students cover in PSHE at Wapping.
Relationships and Sex Education at Wapping
Since 2020 secondary schools in Britain have a statutory obligation to deliver a Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) curriculum. ‘The purpose of RSE is to help children and young people to be safe, healthy and happy as they grow up and in their future lives.’ (Sex Education Forum) At Wapping High School RSE is taught within our extensive PSHE curriculum and is based on the Sex Education Forum’s 12 principles of good RSE education, which can be viewed here. The school’s RSE policy can be accessed here. Additionally the letter and parent presentation regarding the changes can be found below.
If parents or carers have any questions regarding the content taught in these sessions they should contact PSHE Lead; using the email below, in the first instance.
Parent Support and Information
Wapping aims to develop strong relationships with parents and carers and offer support to families in supporting their child’s PSHE education. A comprehensive list of support agencies can be found below:
Useful links:
PSHE Association – How PSHE can help your children
Care for the Family – Organisation supporting families and parents
Contact – an agency supporting parents with disabled children
Young Minds – Supporting my child with anxiety
For further information contact:
Serrasanders@wappinghigh.org
Year 7
Personal Growth & PSHE
- Introduction to PACK values (Passion, Aspiration, Community, Kindness).
- PSHE topics: Wellbeing, friendships, online safety, and emotional resilience.
- Diversity Role Models Workshops– LGBTQ+ student workshops
- Peer coaching: students reflect on their learning and personal growth.
- Digital Portfolios: launching Personal Growth Portfolios.
Skills Builder Integration
- Introduction to the Skills Builder Universal Framework, focusing on foundational steps of the eight essential skills.
- Listening & Speaking: Activities to enhance effective communication.
- Teamwork: Collaborative projects to build cooperative skills.
Careers & Future Pathways
- Introduction to career awareness—exploring aspirations and different career options.
- Guest speakers introduce a variety of professions.
Leadership & Enrichment
- Team-building activities and leadership roles within form groups.
- Extra-curricular clubs (STEM, Sports, Arts, Robotics and Debating).
- First Geography fieldwork experience.
Trips & Events
- PACK Day- Go Ape
- Local visits to museums, cultural sites, and STEM events.
- Weekly visits to the Ideas Store and creating a library account.
- Science Fair participation to spark curiosity.
Year 8
Personal Growth & PSHE
- Mental health & wellbeing—strategies for resilience.
- PSHE topics: Physical and mental wellbeing, dangers online and offline, law, crime and society and equality and diversity.
- Diversity Role Models Workshops– LGBTQ+ student workshops
- Peer coaching: continues with students setting personal goals and reflecting on their learning.
- Digital Portfolios: Developing Personal Growth Portfolios.
Skills Builder Integration
- Building upon Year 7 skills with a focus on:
- Problem Solving & Creativity: Engaging in projects that require innovative thinking.
- Staying Positive: Workshops on developing a growth mindset.
Careers & Future Pathways
- Exploring career pathways linked to subjects studied.
- Enterprise projects to develop teamwork, leadership, and financial literacy.
Leadership & Enrichment
- Student ambassador roles in Science, Sports, and the Arts.
Trips & Events
- Innovation PACK Day
- STEM workshops & competitions (Maths Challenges, Robotics).
- Historical & cultural trips
- Geographical Fieldwork River Study—critical thinking on global issues.
Year 9
Personal Growth & PSHE
- RSHE: Healthy relationships, consent, and personal safety.
- PSHE topics: Combatting extremism and terrorism, drugs and the law, body confidence and essential life skills.
- Financial literacy—introduction to budgeting and money management.
- Peer coaching: continues with students setting personal goals and reflecting on their learning.
- Digital Portfolios: Embedding Personal Growth Portfolios.
Skills Builder Integration
- Advancing skills with emphasis on:
- Aiming High: Setting and achieving personal academic goals.
- Leadership: Opportunities to lead group projects and initiatives.
Careers & Future Pathways
- Career exploration sessions—meeting professionals in different fields.
- Digital Portfolios—tracking skills and achievements for future applications.
Leadership & Enrichment
- Peer mentor roles—supporting younger students in their learning.
- Independent research projects in Geography, Science, and History.
- Debate & Public Speaking competitions.
Trips & Events
- Migration Museum and Local Fieldwork- PACK Day
- Science & Engineering trips (British Science Week, Robotics competitions).
- Fieldwork opportunities in Geography & Science.
Year 10
Personal Growth & PSHE
- Mental health & stress management—preparing for GCSEs.
- PSHE topics: Exploring world issues, rights and responsibilities, mental health and wellbeing, exploring British values and RSHE topics.
- Workplace skills—communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.
- Peer coaching: students setting goals for their future and reflecting on their learning.
- Digital Portfolios: Mastering Personal Growth Portfolios.
Skills Builder Integration
- Focusing on higher-level application of skills:
- Advanced Problem Solving: Tackling complex, real-world scenarios.
- Leadership in Practice: Leading teams during projects and presentations.
Careers & Future Pathways
- Work Experience Programme—real-world exposure in different industries.
- CV writing & interview skills workshops.
- Visits to colleges and apprenticeship providers.
Leadership & Enrichment
- Student leadership roles—leading school events and coaching younger students.
- Speak Out Challenge
Trips & Events
- Theatre Trip- PACK Day
- University taster sessions and industry visits.
- Curriculum specific trips
- History- Operating Theatre Trip
- Geography- x2 Fieldwork
Year 11
Personal Growth & PSHE
- Mental health & exam stress management sessions.
- PSHE topics: Staying safe, adult health and looking after yourself, your life and future beyond and sexual health.
- Post-16 options & transition support.
- Peer coaching: students focusing on their next steps and reflecting on their learning and revision.
- Digital Portfolios: Using their Personal Growth Portfolios for their next steps in their education and future.
Skills Builder Integration
- Mastery of essential skills:
- Reflective Practices: Evaluating personal growth and setting future goals.
Trips & Events
- Subject related enrichment activities
Wapping High School – SMSC and Nurturing Holistic Development
At Wapping High, we are dedicated to providing a well-rounded education that goes beyond academic achievement. Our commitment to the Spiritual, Moral, Social, and Cultural (SMSC) development of our students is integral to our PACK (Passion, Aspiration, Community, Kindness) ethos and shapes our school community.
Spiritual Development:
We aim to nurture the spiritual development of our students by encouraging reflection, awe, and wonder. Through a rich and diverse and aspirational curriculum, as well as a supportive environment, we provide opportunities for students to explore their beliefs, values, and a sense of purpose, fostering a deep understanding of themselves and the world around them.
Moral Development:
Our school community places a strong emphasis on moral development, instilling values such as respect, empathy, responsibility and kindness. Through a combination of explicit teaching, positive role modeling, and engaging experiences, we empower our students to make informed and ethical decisions, contributing positively to society.
Social Development:
At Wapping High, we recognize the importance of social development in preparing students for the challenges of the future and to follow their passion. Our inclusive and supportive environment encourages positive relationships, teamwork, and effective communication. We promote a sense of community and belonging, ensuring that every student feels valued and respected.
Cultural Development:
Community and diversity is celebrated at Wapping High School, and we actively promote cultural development by exposing students to a wide range of perspectives, traditions, and experiences. Through a global and local lens, we encourage an appreciation for cultural differences, fostering a sense of curiosity and open-mindedness.
“Leaders and trustees are determined to make sure that pupils are developed well beyond the academic. To this end, they have developed a far-reaching and ambitious set of experiences for pupils. Pupils in the younger years enjoy ‘Workshop Wednesdays’, where they develop teamwork, resilience and problem-solving through a series of challenges. “
– Ofsted Report, 2024
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