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  9. Staying safe: How can I stay safe as I grow up?
  11. Lesson 1: How can I stay safe on my own at home?

Lesson 1: How can I stay safe on my own at home?

Identifying hazards in the home and explaining how to stay safe when alone, deal with accidents and emergencies and know when to call 999.

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  • Assessment – RSE & PSHE Y6: How can I stay safe as I grow up?

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    Lesson 1: How can I stay safe on my own at home?

  • Lesson 2: How can I stay safe outside on my own?

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  • Lesson 3: How can I travel safely on my own?

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  • Lesson 4: How can I stay safe in, on and around water?

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  • Lesson 5: How can I stay safe when I feel peer pressure?

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  • Lesson 6: How can I stay safe around drugs?

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