Personal Development
Our Personal Development Curriculum
Our Personal Development Curriculum is a vital part of your child's educational journey at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School.
What is the Personal Development Curriculum?
Our Personal Development Curriculum is designed to support your child's growth beyond academic achievements. It focuses on equipping children with essential life skills, values, and knowledge to help them become well-rounded individuals, confident in navigating their personal, social, and emotional lives. Key topics include:
- Social and Emotional Well-being: Building self-awareness, resilience, and empathy.
- Healthy Relationships: Understanding respect, consent, and positive interactions with others.
- Safety: Teaching pupils about online safety, managing risks, and making responsible decisions.
- Diversity and Inclusion: Encouraging acceptance and respect for differences, promoting equality.
- Career and Future Planning: Guiding children in setting goals and preparing for their futures.
Why is Personal Development Important?
Teaching pupils personal development is crucial in preparing them for life both inside and outside the classroom. It helps them:
- Develop Confidence and Self-esteem: By exploring their identities and strengths.
- Manage Challenges: With practical tools to navigate emotional and social challenges.
- Build Positive Relationships: Encouraging mutual respect, communication, and cooperation.
- Make Informed Decisions: Empowering students to take responsibility for their actions and choices.
- Become Active, Responsible Citizens: Understanding their role in the community and wider society.
We believe that fostering these life skills and values is just as important as academic success, helping children to thrive and contribute positively to their communities.
Personal Curriculum Statement
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The Junior Duke Award
The Junior Duke Award
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Serving Our Community
Serving Our Community
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Extra-Curricular activities
Extra-Curricular activities
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Roles and Responsibilities
Roles and Responsibilities
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OPAL play
OPAL play
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Support and Intervention
Support and Intervention
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Mental Health and wellbeing
Mental Health and wellbeing
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Keeping safe
Keeping safe
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spare
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Equality and Diversion
Equality and Diversion
