Pupils who are secure will be able to:

• identify a range of factors that shape identity, such as family, culture, beliefs and personal interests
• explain how these influences can make people both similar and different
• link aspects of identity to their own behaviour or choices
• describe what commitment means and give examples of how it can be shown within families in different ways
• identify that legal commitments, such as marriage or civil partnership, are based on love and care
• describe ways their own and others’ families support and protect each other
• recognise when someone might feel unsafe or unsupported at home and suggest what someone can do if they, or someone they know, needs help
• describe why healthy friendships matter for wellbeing
• suggest practical ways to start, maintain and repair friendships and recommend positive ways to handle friendship challenges
• select and apply appropriate self-regulation techniques to stay calm and in control during disagreements
• understand what it means to be assertive and the importance of balancing your own needs and wants against being polite and respectful