At Wrockwardine Wood CE Junior School, RSHE is an important and valued part of our whole school curriculum, which is rooted in our Christian vision of following Jesus's promise “I have come to give life and life in all its fullness.''  (John 10:10) Through this approach, we seek to support and guide every child to grow and flourish in body, mind, and spirit.

We believe that all children are made in the image of God, uniquely valued, and deserving of relationships and learning experiences that enable them to live a life in all its fullness. RSHE plays a vital role in this development.

A Values-Led Approach

Our RSHE provision is shaped by our core Christian values:
Compassion, Friendship, Joy, Thankfulness, Wisdom, and Courage.

These values help guide and enrich how we teach RSHE, creating a safe, respectful and inclusive environment where children can explore important topics with confidence and sensitivity.

• Compassion – fostering empathy and understanding in relationships

• Friendship – learning to build trust, kindness and respect

• Joy – celebrating our uniqueness and learning with positivity

• Thankfulness – appreciating our bodies, families, and communities

• Wisdom – making informed, thoughtful and safe choices

• Courage – speaking up, being true to ourselves, and respecting others

Through these values, we aim to develop pupils who are confident, kind, and grounded in a strong moral and spiritual foundation.

In Line with the Draft DfE RSHE Guidance 2025

We are carefully updating our curriculum in accordance with the DfE’s draft RSHE guidance (2025). This guidance sets out a clear, age-appropriate framework for teaching about:

• Healthy and respectful relationships

• Families and people who care for us

• Physical and mental health and wellbeing

• Online safety and digital responsibility

• Personal safety, boundaries, and consent

• Understanding changes in our bodies (puberty)

The updated guidance also reinforces the importance of transparency, parental involvement, and safeguarding. At Wrockwardine Wood CE Junior School, we are committed to teaching these areas in ways that are factually accurate, sensitive to the age and stage of each child, and consistent with our Christian values.

As a Church of England school, we ensure that RSHE is faith-informed, inclusive and respectful. We support children to make wise, loving and safe choices — preparing them to form healthy relationships with themselves and others.

Working in Partnership with Families

We recognise that parents and carers are the primary educators in matters of relationships and personal development. We actively seek to partner with families, providing clear information about our RSHE curriculum, and offering opportunities to view and discuss teaching materials in advance.

This transparent approach ensures that our teaching reflects shared values and supports the best interests of every child.

Equipping Children for Life

Our aim is not only to meet statutory requirements but to provide an RSHE curriculum that equips children to:

• Know they are loved, valued, and unique

• Build healthy, respectful relationships

• Understand their changing bodies and emotions

• Stay safe in a complex and digital world

• Make wise and courageous choices

• Live with joy, gratitude, and purpose

We are proud to deliver RSHE that supports children in living life in all its fullness — just as Jesus promised — and in becoming thoughtful, compassionate individuals who can make a positive difference in the world.

For more information on our RSHE curriculum, please click on the links below:

RSHE Content Overview

CSE Overview

RSHE Intent, Implementation and Impact Statements

RSHE Policy