Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) Education equips pupils with the knowledge, skills and confidence to thrive in modern society. Through a broad and inclusive curriculum, pupils develop resilience, emotional wellbeing, healthy relationships, financial awareness and the ability to make informed, responsible decisions. PSHE empowers young people to become safe, respectful, ambitious and active citizens, prepared for life beyond the classroom.
It is taught to every pupil in Years 9, 10 and 11 as PSHE, and in Years 12 and 13 as Life Studies.
Crucially, the formal lesson structures are supported by the pastoral care in the College houses and the medical centre, as well as through year-group assemblies, chapel and the rich co-curricular life of the school.
The PSHE curriculum, which includes relationships and sex education (RSE), covers all of the areas required under statutory guidance as well as promoting health and wellbeing more widely.
WHOLE SCHOOL
In addition to lessons, year-group talks and assemblies, a whole-school talk takes place each year. This aims to broaden pupils’ horizons beyond the College, as well as promoting the skills which will be valuable to pupils in contributing to society in later life. Recent talks have been given by Paul Stewart (Old Eastbournian) about resilience, Patrick Foster on gambling and addiction, and Karl Hopwood on navigating the world of AI.
Eastbourne College is a member of the Teen Tips Wellbeing Hub which gives all teachers, pupils and parents access to a wealth of resources to support their health and wellbeing. About – Teen Tips
You can access our RSE and PSHE Policies here. Or view our curriculum using the link below.
Pupils explore the notions of belief, choices and values.
