Personal Development at North Primary School

 

At North Primary School, we are committed to developing the whole child. Alongside academic learning, we place a strong emphasis on personal development, ensuring pupils grow into confident, responsible, resilient and aspirational individuals who are well prepared for life in modern Britain. 

 

Our personal development offer is carefully planned and inclusive, giving every child opportunities to broaden their horizons, discover their strengths and develop the skills they need to thrive. 

 

PSHE (Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education) 

 

PSHE is a core part of life at North Primary School and is taught through a progressive age - appropriate curriculum (provided by Ealing Council) that supports pupils’ wellbeing and personal growth. 

 

Through PSHE, pupils learn to: 

• Develop healthy relationships and respect for others.

• Understand emotions and manage feelings positively. 

• Stay safe. Both online and offline.

• Make informed choices about health and wellbeing. 

• Understand diversity, equality and British Values

 

Our PSHE curriculum is enhanced through: 

• Classroom Discussions 

• Assemblies focused on key themes such as kindness, resilience and mental health 

• Anti-bullying initiatives and safeguarding education 

• Opportunities for pupil voice, including school council and wellbeing ambassadors

 

External Opportunities and Enrichment 

 

We provide a wide range of external opportunities that broaden pupils’ experiences and enrich learning. 

 

These include: 

• Workshops and visit from external providers 

• Cultural sporting and wellbeing activities 

• Participation in local events and competitions 

 

These experiences help pupils develop confidence, teamwork and curiosity about the world around them. 

 

Educational Trips and Visits 

 

Educational visits play an important role in enhancing pupils’ experiences. Children benefit from: 

 

• Local trips that support classroom learning

• Visits to museums, historical sites and outdoor learning centres 

• Specialist workshops 

• Residential visits to build independence and teamwork

 

Trips and visits help children to develop confidence, curiosity and real-world understanding. 

 

Extra-Curricular Opportunities 

 

We provide a range of extra-curricular clubs and activities to support children’s interests and talents such as: 

 

• Sports clubs 

• Creative arts, music and performance clubs

• STEM clubs 

• Academic and interest-based clubs

• Trips e.g. cinema, gallery, museums

 

Extra-curricular opportunities encourage teamwork, creativity, leadership, fun and a love of learning beyond the classroom. 

 

Wellbeing 

 

Children’s wellbeing is a huge priority in our school. We provide: 

 

• A safe, caring and supportive environment 

• Listening post/Drawing and talking - opportunities to talk about feelings and worries

• Wellbeing team to help with pastoral support. 

 

We encourage children to develop positive mental health, self esteem and coping strategies. 

 

Pupil Leadership and Pupil Voice 

 

We believe children should have a voice and play an active role in school life. Opportunities include: 

 

• School Council 

• Pupil leadership roles - play leaders, sports leaders, wellbeing ambassadors etc 

• External leadership events

 

These opportunities help children develop leadership skills, responsibility, confidence and an understanding of democracy.

 

Our commitment

 

Through a rich and inclusive personal development programme, we aim to ensure every child feels valued, supported and prepared for the future.