YEAR 1
This week in PSHE, Year 1 students have been learning about safe relationships and understanding their feelings—particularly when engaging with the online world. Through a combination of activities and discussions, children explored:
- What it looks like to be online: Recognising common activities like watching videos on tablets, phones, or TVs.
- Different emotions they might feel online: From happiness and excitement to feeling worried or scared.
- How to seek help when worried: Identifying trusted adults they can turn to for support.
Key questions
What kind of videos do you like watching online?
Who can you talk to if you feel worried
Key Takeaways for Children
- It’s okay to feel worried or scared sometimes.
- Help is always available from a trusted adult.
- Talking about feelings is important and helps them stay safe
YEAR 2
In PSHE this week, our Year 2 students explored the importance of sharing photos safely as part of their learning about safe relationships. The session aimed to help children understand how to navigate the digital world responsibly while recognising the importance of permission and trusted adults.
Key questions
Why is it important to ask for permission before sharing a photo of someone else?
What should you do if you feel worried about a photo that has been shared?
Can you name a trusted adult you would talk to if something online made you feel upset?
Key Messages for Children
- Always ask for permission before sharing a photo.
- Understand that once a photo is shared, it can be hard to control where it goes.
- If you feel worried about a photo you’ve shared or seen, talk to a trusted adult right away.
YEAR 3
This week in PSHE, Year 3 students have been learning about asking for and respecting permission. This is a vital skill for developing positive and respectful relationships, both in school and beyond.
What We Covered
- What Permission Means:
- Children explored what it means to ask for, give, and say “no” to permission in everyday situations.
- They learned how asking permission shows respect for others and their belongings.
- How to Ask and Say No Politely:
- Through role-play and scenarios, children practiced asking for permission politely (e.g., “Please may I borrow this?”).
- They also practiced saying “no” clearly and kindly, ensuring they feel confident in expressing their boundaries.
- Real-Life Scenarios:
- The children discussed relatable situations, such as borrowing a toy or asking to hold hands, to understand why respecting permission is important.
Key Messages for Children
It’s important to ask for permission before using something that belongs to someone else or before touching someone.
It’s okay to say no, and others should respect that.
If someone doesn’t listen to your permission, it’s important to tell a trusted adult.
Key Questions
Why is it important to ask for permission before using something that belongs to someone else?
What can you say if someone asks you for permission, but you don’t want to agree?
Who can you talk to if someone doesn’t respect your permission or says “no”?
YEAR 4
In this lesson, students will learn about the concept of asking for and giving permission in various situations. The lesson aims to help students identify circumstances where permission needs to be asked, as well as to provide examples of how to ask for, give, or deny permission. Additionally, students will understand the importance of seeking permission in different contexts. Throughout the lesson, students will engage in activities such as drawing a picture of asking for permission and completing a word map with their thoughts. Scenarios are used to help students explore when permission is necessary, encouraging critical thinking about the consequences of asking or not asking for permission. The lesson also emphasises the importance of talking to trusted adults if someone doesn’t respect your boundaries, and highlights support options both at school and home, including teachers, parents, and helplines such as Childline.
Retrieval questions:
- Why is it important to ask for permission in different situations?
- What should you do if someone doesn’t respect your request for permission?
- Can you think of a situation where you might need to ask for permission?
YEAR 5
This lesson helps students understand the importance of asking for and giving permission in various situations. It encourages students to identify when permission is needed, practice how to ask for it, and reflect on why it is important. Through engaging activities like word maps and scenarios, students will learn when permission should be asked and the consequences of not doing so. The lesson also emphasises the role of trusted adults, such as teachers and parents, in ensuring personal boundaries are respected.
Retrieval Questions:
- When should you ask for permission in a situation?
- Why is asking for permission important in everyday life?
- Who can you talk to if someone doesn’t respect your permission?
Year 6
This lesson helps students understand the difference between appropriate and inappropriate touch and how to respond to physical contact that makes them feel unsafe, uncomfortable, or worried. Students will explore various types of touch, discussing how they feel both physically and emotionally. They will also learn strategies for responding to unwanted touch and identify who to talk to for support, such as trusted adults at school or home. The lesson encourages students to recognise the importance of speaking up and seeking help when they experience inappropriate physical contact.
Retrieval Questions:
- What are the differences between appropriate and inappropriate touch?
- How might someone feel after experiencing inappropriate touch?
- Who can you talk to if you feel uncomfortable or unsafe because of physical contact?