This series tackles some sensitive issues (see
Series outline) and makes some sexual references. It is highly recommended that teachers watch a programme before deciding to show it to a group.
The series is intended mainly for 14-year-olds and older. Some of the programmes may not be suitable for KS3 due to their content rather than the level at which the programmes are pitched.
BRIEF CURRICULUM RELEVANCE
England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland
For each of the home nations, Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) education or Personal and Social Education (PSE) forms a key role in KS3 and 4 or equivalent. For details, use the websites listed below for each country.
The themes covered in this series that support these aspects of the curriculum are:
personal relationships
disability
sexuality
young pregnancy
parenthood.
DETAILED CURRICULUM RELEVANCE
England
Personal, social, health and economic education
Some aspects of the PSHE Education programme of study for Personal Wellbeing at Key Stage 3 and 4 are covered in this series including:
Key concepts
Personal identities
Risk
Relationships
Diversity.
Personal wellbeing – Key processes
Critical reflection
Decision-making and managing risk
Developing relationships and working with others.
Personal wellbeing – Range and content
3a Examples of diverse values encountered in society and the clarification of personal values
3b The knowledge and skills needed for setting realistic targets and goals
3d Sexual activity, human reproduction, contraception, pregnancy, and sexually transmitted infections and HIV and how high risk behaviours affect the health and wellbeing of individuals
3i The features of positive and stable relationships, how to deal with a breakdown in a relationship…
3j Different types of relationships, including… boys and girls, and people of the same sex, including civil partnerships.
3l The roles and responsibilities of parents, carers and children in families
3m The similarities, differences and diversity among people of different… gender… and sexual orientation and the impact of prejudice, bullying, discrimination… on individuals….
Scotland
Health and wellbeing (draft experiences and outcomes)
Relationships, sexual health and parenthood, third level
I am learning about the need for commitment, trust and respect in loving relationships. I understand that these can manifest themselves in a variety of forms, including marriage
I recognise that power can exist within relationships and can be used positively as well as negatively
I understand the importance of being cared for and caring for others in relationships
I reflect on how my attitudes, beliefs, values and morality can influence my decisions about friendships, relationships and sexual behaviour
I know that popular culture, the media and peer pressure can influence how I feel about myself and the impact this may have on my actions
I am exploring strategies for making decisions about my relationships and sexual behaviour. I am able to apply these strategies to situations that may be challenging or difficult
I understand my own body's uniqueness and my developing sexuality
Using what I have learned I am able to make decisions and choices and my own and others' sexual health and wellbeing
I can explain the importance and the enduring and complex responsibility of being a parent/carer and the impact of parenting on life choices and options.
Northern Ireland
Learning for life and work
Personal development (KS3)
Self-awareness:
Explore and express a sense of self
Investigate the influences on a young person
Explore personal morals, values and beliefs.
Relationships:
Explore the qualities of relationships including friendships
Explore the qualities of a loving, respectful relationship
Develop coping strategies to deal with challenging relationship scenarios
Explore the implications of sexual maturation
Explore the emotional, social and moral implications of early sexual activity.
Wales
Personal and social education
Health and emotional wellbeing (KS3)
Understand contraception, sexually transmitted infections and HIV within the context of relationships
Understand the features of safe and potentially abusive relationships
Understand the role of marriage, the importance of stable family relationships and the responsibilities of parents
Understand the range of emotions they experience and how to develop strategies for coping with negative feelings
Understand the benefits of accessing different sources of information, support and advice.
CURRICULUM GUIDANCE WEBSITES
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