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Learning objective

  • To create an RSE and PSHE agreement through discussion.

Success criteria

  • I can explore what PSHE is and
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Statutory guidance

RSE and Health

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Before the lesson

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Lesson plan

Recap and recall

Gather the class and ask:

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Adaptive teaching

Pupils needing support

  • Could use role play or a freeze frame to understand the purpose of a rule by making the consequence visible and concrete.
  • Could draw a simple symbol instead of writing to record the rule’s meaning, reducing cognitive load and maintaining focus on the idea of the rule rather than the demands of writing.

Pupils working at greater depth

  • Should help peers rephrase negative rules into positive expectations to deepen their understanding by explaining what the desired behaviour looks like.
  • Could suggest rules that apply across several situations to extend thinking by justifying how one rule works in different contexts.
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Assessing progress and understanding

Pupils with secure understanding can:

  • Explain how rules protect everyone.
  • Agree on a
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Vocabulary definitions

  • agreement

    When people all say yes to an idea or plan.

  • PSHE

    Lessons that help you understand yourself, other people and how to stay healthy and safe.

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