PSHE & RSE
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At Denstone College and Denstone Prep, Personal, Social, Health, and Economic Education (PSHE) and Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) play a vital role in shaping well-rounded, confident, and responsible individuals. Our structured and age-appropriate curriculum helps pupils develop essential life skills, emotional intelligence, and a strong moral foundation as they progress through school.
A Holistic Approach to Personal Development
From Pre-Prep to Sixth Form, our PSHE programme encourages personal growth, resilience, and a sense of responsibility. Pupils explore key topics such as mental health and well-being, online safety, financial awareness, and global citizenship. The curriculum is designed to evolve with the students, ensuring that as they grow, they receive relevant and engaging guidance to support their personal and social development.
RSE – Educating for Healthy Relationships
Our Relationships and Sex Education programme is taught in a safe and supportive environment, ensuring pupils gain a clear, age-appropriate understanding of relationships, respect, consent, and well-being. In the Prep, the focus is on friendships, kindness, and understanding emotions, while in the Senior School, discussions expand to include topics such as self-awareness, communication, and making informed choices. Our aim is to ensure all pupils develop positive, respectful relationships and the confidence to navigate life’s challenges.
PSHE and RSE at the Prep
At Denstone Prep, PSHE and RSE lessons are an essential part of the curriculum, helping to nurture emotional intelligence, kindness, and self-confidence from an early age. Lessons are interactive, discussion-based, and tailored to ensure younger pupils feel comfortable exploring friendships, teamwork, resilience, and personal well-being. Our teachers create a safe and inclusive space where pupils can ask questions and develop key life skills in a fun and engaging way.
Interactive and Inclusive Learning
Across both Denstone College and the Prep, PSHE and RSE lessons are delivered through classroom discussions, workshops, real-life case studies, and guest speakers. These sessions allow pupils to explore and challenge ideas in a supportive environment, equipping them with the knowledge and skills they need to make informed decisions.
Through our comprehensive PSHE and RSE curriculum, we aim to prepare our pupils for the future, giving them the confidence, resilience, and values they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.
A Whole-School Commitment
PSHE and RSE are embedded into the ethos of Denstone College and Denstone Prep, ensuring pupils feel supported not only in the classroom but throughout daily school life. Our pastoral care system, house structure, and mentoring programmes all reinforce the importance of well-being, respect, and positive personal development.