PSHE & RSHE
PSHE is the study of physical, social and health education including relationships and health. The aim of PSHE is to give young people the information needed to develop healthy, nurturing relationships of all kind and to learn to respect themselves and others.
At Coleshill C of E Primary, PSHE aims to promote the spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical development of pupils at the school and of society and prepare pupils at the school for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of later life so they can be good citizens.
A good citizen is somebody who shows tolerance towards individual liberty by respecting and celebrating the differences of others in their community. A good citizen also shows love, compassion and consideration towards their peers by being kind and helpful to those in need.
Curriculum intent
At Coleshill C of E Primary School, we place great importance on PSHE, recognising the vital role it plays in preparing pupils for contemporary life. Through this curriculum, our children gain the knowledge, skills, and attributes they need to stay healthy, safe, and ready for the challenges of life and work in modern Britain. Using a whole school approach that creates a culture that reinforces a positive set of values which are upheld and demonstrated through aspects of school life. To support progression, we follow the JIGSAW curriculum, ensuring that skills are developed thoughtfully and purposefully over time. By the time our pupils leave us in Year 6, they are well-prepared for the next stage of their education and confident in taking their next steps at secondary school. As a school, we embrace our duty of care to safeguard pupils and to foster their spiritual, moral, social, cultural, mental, and physical development. This commitment extends beyond the classroom, shaping the lives of our pupils both within school and in the wider community.
To embrace the challenges of creating a happy and successful adult life, pupils need knowledge that will enable them to make informed decisions about their wellbeing, health and relationships and to build their self-efficacy. Our pupils can put this knowledge into practice as they develop the capacity to make sound decisions when facing risks, challenges and complex contexts. Everyone faces difficult situations in their lives. These subjects can support our pupils to develop resilience, to know how and when to ask for help, and to know where to access support.
My Happy Mind
In addition, we supplement our PSHE curriculum with the myHappymind programme as part of our wellbeing approach. This NHS‑backed, science‑based programme helps children learn how their brains work and develop lifelong habits for positive mental health. Through five modules—Meet Your Brain, Celebrate, Appreciate, Relate and Engage—children gain strategies to build resilience, manage their emotions, develop gratitude, strengthen relationships and set meaningful goals. The programme is delivered across the school and supports around 70% of the PSHE curriculum. It plays an important role in our whole‑school approach to wellbeing, respect and restorative relationships, helping every child to flourish.
Parents are invited to download the MyHappyMind app to access mental health and wellbeing resources for use at home.
Zones of Regulation
At Coleshill C of E Primary School, we also use The Zones of Regulation as part of our PSHE and wellbeing curriculum. The Zones of Regulation is a research‑based framework that helps children develop the skills to recognise, understand, and manage their emotions, energy levels and sensory needs. It provides pupils with a shared language for talking about feelings and equips them with practical strategies to support self‑regulation.
The curriculum teaches children to identify four colour‑coded “Zones,” each representing a different state of alertness or emotion:
- Blue Zone – low energy, such as sadness, tiredness, boredom or illness
- Green Zone – calm, happy, focused, and ready to learn
- Yellow Zone – heightened and more intense feelings such as frustration, anxiety, silliness, nervousness or excitement, while still maintaining some control
- Red Zone – extremely heightened emotions such as anger, rage, fear or being out of control
Children learn to:
- Identify which Zone they are in
- Understand what may have triggered that feeling
- Recognise how their behaviour affects themselves and others
- Build a personalised “toolkit” of strategies to help them move between Zones—for example, breathing techniques, sensory tools, positive self‑talk, or seeking help
This approach helps pupils develop self‑awareness, emotional literacy and self‑regulation—vital foundations for wellbeing, behaviour and learning. Staff model the language of regulation throughout the day, and children are encouraged to use strategies independently or with co‑regulation support from adults.
By teaching the Zones across school, we help create a calm, inclusive environment where every child can understand their emotions and develop the skills needed to thrive. Nursery begin to develop this vocabulary and understanding through reading the book ‘The Colour Monster’, you may find this a useful book to read at home.
Road Safety Education 
Road Safety Education is part of our Personal Development and PSHE curriculum, enriched through our partnership with Warwickshire County Council’s Safe and Active Schools Programme.
Children from Reception to Year 6 take part in age‑appropriate sessions that build essential life skills, from learning the Road Safety Code with Warwick Bear, to becoming Road Safety Spies, mastering scooter safety, understanding distractions, and preparing for safer independent travel in Year 6.
Our offer also includes Bikeability cycle training and practical resources that support children to travel safely and confidently. Together, these experiences help our pupils develop the knowledge, confidence and habits needed to navigate the world safely, both now and in the future.
See below Safe and Active Schools: Road Safety, for a more detailed overview of all the curriculum content and enrichment opportunities we offer our children through each year group.
Connected
Our PSHE curriculum is coherently planned and carefully sequenced from Nursery to Year 6, enabling pupils to deepen their understanding of relationships, wellbeing, responsibility and personal identity over time.
PSHE is deliberately connected to pupils’ daily experiences and to wider school life. Key themes are reinforced consistently through collective worship, behaviour expectations, enrichment and pastoral support, ensuring that pupils make strong links between taught content and lived practice. This coherence supports pupils to apply their learning confidently and positively in real-life situations.
The curriculum is also outward-looking and inclusive. Pupils learn to understand themselves, respect others and engage thoughtfully with the wider world. Through these purposeful connections, pupils develop empathy, resilience and moral awareness, and are well prepared to make safe, informed choices and contribute positively to their community.
Inclusive
Our PSHE curriculum is inclusive by design and ensures that all pupils, including those with SEND, disadvantage or vulnerability, can access and benefit from learning. Teaching is adapted and supported appropriately so that every child can engage meaningfully.
PSHE promotes respect, equality and understanding of difference, helping pupils to feel represented, valued and safe. Through this inclusive approach, pupils develop confidence, self-regulation and a strong sense of belonging, enabling them to make informed choices and build positive relationships.
Enrichment opportunities
Our My Happiness Heroes play an active role in promoting happiness and wellbeing across the school. They champion positive mental health through pupil-led initiatives, such as Kindness Week, where they created and shared bracelets to spread encouragement and care. As part of working towards our Bronze Award, our Happiness Heroes shared pupil voice, explaining how My Happy Mind strategies support self-regulation, wellbeing and learning, and highlighting favourite activities and topics. One of the most valued strategies, My Happy Breathing, is widely used by pupils, with many reporting that they confidently use it at home to stay calm and regulated.
Useful Documentation
Statutory Guidance on Relationships and Sex Education and Health Education
National Curriculum for PSHE
Here is the link to helpful information on the new RSHE guidance. We will be communicating with parents around the changes to the RSHE curriculum during the Summer Term 2026.