PSHE

PSHE Co-ordinator: Miss A Roberts

We are proud to be a part of the myHappymind Family!

myHappymind is a mental health and well-being programme to support children in learning habits to support their own mental health. It does also cover all the mandatory objectives from the DfE Relationship Education Curriculum and also around 70% of the PSHE objectives.

As a whole school program grounded in science and dedicated to building positive mental wellbeing, myHappymind helps children understand how their brains work and creates a culture that helps to build children's resilience, confidence, and self-esteem. myHappymind also teaches the children how to self-regulate and manage their emotions in stressful times, allowing them to be their very best selves!
Learn more here: https://myhappymind.org/

myHappymind Module Descriptions

Meet Your Brain: Understanding how your brain works and how to ensure we look after it so that we can manage our emotions and be at our best. Growth mindset is a key part of this too.
Celebrate: Understanding your unique character strengths and learning to celebrate them. This is a fantastic module for building self-esteem.
Appreciate: Understanding why gratitude matters and how you can develop gratitude as a habit. Gratitude is key to well-being and resilience and we're all about making it a habit!
Relate: Understanding why positive relationships matter and how to build them. We're focused on the building blocks of good relationships and friendships.
Engage: Understanding how to set meaningful goals that matter and how to keep resilient in times of challenge. This module is all about building self-esteem and resilience too.

Learn more here: https://myhappymind.org

To view the parents/carers 'Introduction video', please click this link

To view the parents/carers 'Programme introduction and overview', please click this link

To download the parent/carer app, please click this link

Intent

At Lowerhouse Junior School, our Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) curriculum aims to provide a comprehensive and inclusive education, equipping students with essential life skills and knowledge to thrive personally and socially. Our PSHE curriculum prepares learners for life's opportunities and challenges.

Our PSHE curriculum aims to:

promote mental and emotional well-being
develop social skills and positive relationships
encourage healthy lifestyle choices and personal safety
instil responsibility and respect for self and others
prepare students to be informed and active citizens in a diverse world

By integrating the My Happy Mind programme, following PSHE Association guidelines, and incorporating our school enrichment days, our curriculum is designed to equip children with the knowledge, skills, and attributes they need to manage their lives now and in the future. It supports their spiritual, moral, cultural, mental, and physical development and prepares them for the opportunities, responsibilities, and experiences of later life.

Implementation

Our PSHE curriculum is delivered through weekly lessons, assemblies, enrichment days, trips, residentials and cross-curricular activities. My Happy Minds is integrated into our broader PSHE framework, ensuring a consistent approach to mental health and well-being. Our whole-school approach embeds PSHE and mental well-being in the school culture, creating a supportive environment for all students.

Key Stage 2:

In KS2, we build on KS1 foundations, focusing on deeper understanding and application. Our goals are to:

enhance emotional intelligence and resilience
foster respect for diversity, teamwork, and cooperation
promote healthy lifestyles and informed choices regarding health
develop an understanding of personal safety, including digital safety and peer pressure

The My Happy Minds programme in KS2 offers advanced modules on growth mindset, positive relationships, mindfulness, and gratitude.

Our KS2 curriculum follows the National Curriculum and PSHE Association's objectives, covering:

health and wellbeing: mental health, healthy lifestyles, puberty, and drug education
relationships: developing healthy relationships, understanding emotions, anti-bullying, and consent
living in the wider world: economic well-being, careers education, and responsible citizenship

Impact

At Lowerhouse Junior School, our PSHE curriculum, enhanced by the NHS-funded My Happy Minds programme, significantly benefits students' development and well-being. This curriculum fosters resilience, emotional literacy, and self-worth, equipping students with essential life skills.

Wellbeing and Mental health:

The My Happy Minds programme enhances students' emotional understanding and provides strategies for managing stress and anxiety.
It promotes a growth mindset, improving resilience and coping with challenges.

Social Skills and Relationships:

Our PSHE curriculum improves communication, empathy, and conflict resolution skills.
Emphasis on diversity fosters a respectful and inclusive school environment.

Physical Health and Lifestyle Choices:

Students learn the importance of a balanced diet, regular physical activity, and personal safety.
They are empowered to make informed health decisions, improving overall well-being and readiness to learn.

Academic Achievement and Engagement:

Emotional and social well-being from PSHE leads to higher classroom engagement and develops listening and skills for learning
Increased confidence and self-esteem contribute to overall success and happiness.

Parental and Community Involvement

Workshops, enrichment days and resources engage parents in supporting their children's development.
Strengthened community ties reinforce the importance of mental health and well-being.

Our PSHE curriculum, supported by My Happy Minds, ensures students are prepared for academic success and life’s challenges, enabling them to achieve their full potential.

To Learn more about the myHappymind for Schools programme visit their website here - https://myhappymind.org