PSHE
NB The information below refers to Kapow Primary’s current RSE & PSHE scheme, which aligns with current statutory guidance. From September 2026 schools are required to teach a new framework for Relationships, Sex and Health Education and this page will be updated to reflect these changes before September term starts.
At Allithwaite we follow the Kapow Primary’s RSE & PSHE scheme of work which aims to help children develop the knowledge, skills and attributes they need to lead confident, healthy and fulfilling lives. The intention is for pupils to understand themselves and others, form positive relationships and make informed choices that support their wellbeing and the wellbeing of those around them.
The scheme encourages pupils to think with empathy, integrity and self-awareness, recognising how their actions and attitudes contribute to their communities. It supports them in developing respect for diversity, managing change and understanding their rights and responsibilities as citizens.
Kapow Primary’s RSE & PSHE curriculum is designed to build a strong foundation for safeguarding, preparing pupils to navigate an increasingly complex world with confidence and care. Lessons promote emotional literacy, resilience and a sense of personal agency, helping pupils to approach life’s challenges with maturity and compassion.
The scheme supports teachers by providing clear guidance, structured progression and engaging resources, enabling them to deliver sensitive topics with confidence. The curriculum is both accessible and ambitious, ensuring all pupils can participate fully and achieve their potential as kind, thoughtful and responsible individuals.
Key areas
RSE & PSHE is guided by the DfE’s statutory guidance for Relationships Education and Health Education (2019) and informed by key non-statutory frameworks, including the PSHE Association Programme of Study and the DfE’s non-statutory Citizenship curriculum.
Kapow Primary’s RSE & PSHE curriculum is structured around five key areas:
1. Family and relationships.
2. Health and wellbeing.
3. Safety and the changing body.
4. Citizenship.
5. Economic wellbeing.
These key areas are revisited through each year group, ensuring clear progression, coherence and balance. In Year 6, pupils also explore an additional key area, Identity, to support their transition to secondary school.
SEND
The Kapow Primary RSE & PSHE scheme of work is designed to be fully adaptable for pupils with SEND. Every lesson includes an adaptive teaching section, providing clear guidance on how activities can be modified to meet the needs of all learners.
Children learn in a variety of ways. As such, Kapow Primary RSE & PSHE lessons include a range of strategies to support and challenge every pupil, such as:
Scaffolding – activities are designed with flexibility in mind, allowing for additional support or challenge where needed.
Multi-sensory approaches – lessons incorporate different elements to engage all learners.
Clear instructions and structured tasks – ensuring clarity and reducing cognitive load for pupils who benefit from additional support.
Opportunities for collaborative and independent learning – allowing pupils to work at their own pace while building confidence and independence.
By embedding adaptive teaching throughout, the scheme ensures that all pupils, regardless of their starting points, can access and succeed in their learning.
In addition, the step-by-step curriculum design supports pupils with SEND, avoiding sudden jumps in complexity at transition points and allowing for steady, manageable progression.