Primary Secondary Sixth Form

PSHE

Eastbrook School’s PROUD (Personal, Social, Health Education) department is central to our ‘Character and Academics’ approach. Aligned with fundamental British values, PROUD integrates citizenship and personal well-being, extending beyond the classroom into assemblies, trips, and clubs.

Our aim is to nurture healthy, independent, and responsible citizens. PROUD fosters model citizenship, emphasizing tolerance, democracy, rule of law, and free speech. Students develop essential skills through debates, research, and persuasive writing, equipping them to think critically, analyze information, and understand complex societal issues.

By the end of Key Stage 3, students will have the confidence and skills to manage their lives, make informed choices, and challenge their beliefs. They will develop healthy lifestyles and strong relationships, building resilience, self-esteem, and empathy. Our curriculum introduces concepts from Citizenship, Sociology, and Religious Studies, preparing students for future studies.

In Key Stage 4, PROUD focuses on the challenges facing young adults. Students learn essential life skills like CV writing, financial management, and understanding political and social issues. We emphasize the importance of healthy relationships, sexual health, and the dangers of substance abuse. Students develop a strong understanding of democracy and their role as active citizens. 

We strongly encourage students to participate fully in all aspects of our curriculum, including PSHE and Religious Studies. However, parents and carers have the right to withdraw students from aspects of the PSHE and Religious Studies curriculum. This is a process that is carefully managed by the school and we work actively to encourage parents and carers to engage with the support, training and information that we offer, to ensure that students get the fullest experience possible. If a parent or carer does wish to discuss this, or remove a student, they should contact the academic deputy Mr Hewitt by email: hewittn@eastbrookschool.org.