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Learning objective
- To describe how a baby is made using scientific vocabulary.
Success criteria
- I can name the parts of the
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Optional: remind the children of the PSHE agreement created in Introductory lesson: Setting rules for RSE & PSHE lessons and recap the agreed rules. If needed, upload an image of the agreement to the Presentation: PSHE agreement.
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing support:
- Could rewatch the Pupil video: Conception to recall key learning points before completing the Activity: Conception storyboard.
- Could cut and stick the Resource: Conception sentences onto the Activity: Conception storyboard.
- Should use the Resource: Word bank to support accurate spelling and understanding when applying key vocabulary in the Activity: Conception storyboard.
Pupils working at greater depth:
- Could write a definition for the words ‘fertilisation’ and ‘conception’ on their Activity: Conception storyboard.
- Should include IVF in the first box on the Activity: Conception storyboard as an alternative conception method.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding can:
- Explain the process
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Vocabulary definitions
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conception
When a fertilised egg attaches to the lining of the uterus (womb) and pregnancy begins.
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egg
A tiny cell made in a female's ovaries.
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In this unit
Assessment - RSE & PSHE Y6: How do people become parents and carers?
Lesson 1: Which words can we use to describe our private body parts?
Lesson 2: How are babies made?
Lesson 3: What happens in pregnancy and how are babies born?
Lesson 4: How are families formed?
Lesson 5: How does life change after having a baby?
Lesson 6: What is consent?
Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 27th February, 2026
