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Resources for teaching about RSHE to children and young people with SEND.
Training module - GOV.UK
Physical health and fitness Go to https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/teacher-training-physical-health-and-fitness (opens new window) training materials for primary and secondary schools to use to train staff to teach about physical health and fitness.
Healthy eating Go to https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/teacher-training-healthy-eating (opens new window) training materials for primary and secondary schools to use to train staff to teach about healthy eating.
Basic first aid Go to https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/teacher-training-basic-first-aid (opens new window) training module including making an emergency call and concepts of basic first aid.
Caring friendships Go to https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/teacher-training-caring-friendships (opens new window) training module including:
- ways of making and choosing friends
- online friendships
- working through problems
- the characteristics of friendships
Changing adolescent body Go to https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/teacher-training-changing-adolescent-body (opens new window) training module including physical and emotional changes in puberty, menstrual wellbeing.
Drugs, alcohol and tobacco Go to https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/teacher-training-drugs-alcohol-and-tobacco (opens new window) training module including legal and illegal harmful substances and associated risks.
Health and prevention Go to https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/teacher-training-health-and-prevention (opens new window) training module including:
- signs of physical illness
- sun safety
- sleep
- dental health
- personal hygiene
- allergies.
Internet safety and harms Go to https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/teacher-training-internet-safety-and-harms (opens new window) training module including:
- internet use
- rationing and risk
- online relationships
- privacy
- understanding online information.
Mental wellbeing Go to https://www.gov.uk/guidance/teaching-about-mental-wellbeing (opens new window) training module including:
- talking about emotions
- self-care techniques
- isolation and loneliness
- the impact of bullying
- getting help and support
Online relationships Go to https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/teacher-training-online-relationships-and-media (opens new window) training module including:
- understanding how people behave online
- cyberbullying
- keeping safe online
Respectful relationships Go to https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/teacher-training-respectful-relationships (opens new window) training module including:
- bullying
- stereotypes
- the importance of respect
Families and people who care for me Go to https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/teacher-training-families?utm_source=9e3776b1-59f5-4fdd-8ec0-1597bc0fa9db&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications&utm_content=immediate (opens new window) training materials for primary and secondary schools to use to train staff to teach about families.
Being Safe Go to http://www.gov.uk/government/publications/teacher-training-being-safe (opens new window) training materials for primary and secondary schools to use to train staff to teach about being safe.
PSHE Association SEND Hub
PSHE SEND hub Go to https://www.pshe-association.org.uk/content/send-hub (opens new window) for PSHE leads who are working in special school or alternative provision settings.
Drug and alcohol education lesson plans for pupils with SEND, KS2 to KS4 Go to http://www.pshe-association.org.uk/content/drug-and-alcohol-education-pupils-send (opens new window) lesson plans and resources to explore the drug and alcohol use, and the dangers of household products and prescribed medications.
Sex education forum
Sex Education Forum – Easy to read principles of good RSE Go to https://www.sexeducationforum.org.uk/resources/advice-guidance/principles-good-rse-easy-read (opens new window) easy read guide to RSE, made with Mencap.
RSE for disabled pupils and pupils with special educational needs Go to (opens new window)
Other resources
NSPCC Learning Love Life Go to https://learning.nspcc.org.uk/research-resources/schools/love-life (opens new window) resources for young people with learning disabilities.
Childnet STAR SEND Go to https://www.childnet.com/resources/star-send-toolkit (opens new window) toolkit.
Stonewall different families Go to https://www.stonewall.org.uk/system/files/different_families_home_learning_pack_send.pdf (opens new window) home learning pack.
Anna Freud Go to https://www.annafreud.org/schools-and-colleges/resources/?setting=SEND+and+Alternative+provision&lookingFor=Learning+resources (opens new window) SEND and Alternative Provision Learning Resources.
Barnados Real love rocks Go to https://www.barnardosrealloverocks.org.uk/ (opens new window)
Contact.org.uk Go to https://contact.org.uk/media/1407965/growing_up_young_people.pdf (opens new window) for families with disabled children.
My Life My Choice Go to https://www.mylifemychoice.org.uk/articles/354-sexual-health-week-2021 (opens new window) Sexual Health Week.
Preparing for Adulthood Go to https://www.preparingforadulthood.org.uk/downloads/person-centred-planning/relationship-map.htm (opens new window) tool in the Planning My Future Life person-centred planning booklet.
Secondary school age RSHE resources for parents and carers about mental health, drugs, alcohol and tobacco, puberty, internet safety and SEND
General
- what PSHE is
- how it is taught
- how it helps children's learning
- what parents can do to help schools teach PSHE
NSPCC Go to https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/coronavirus-advice-suppport-children-families-parents/ (opens new window) advice and support for parents and carers.
Mental health
NHS Every Mind Matters Go to https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/supporting-others/childrens-mental-health/ (opens new window) guide to supporting children and young people with their mental health. This website includes advice about helping children return to school, general tips to support children, identifying that something is wrong and looking after your own mental health.
Place2Be Go to https://www.place2be.org.uk/our-services/parents-and-carers/supporting-your-child-s-mental-health/ (opens new window) resources parents can use to have meaningful conversations with children about mental health. Covering a variety of different reasons a child may be experiencing altered mental health.
MindEd For Families Go to https://mindedforfamilies.org.uk/young-people (opens new window) advice about young people's mental health, created by experts and other parents. Covers a range of different topics and methods to make talking about mental health easier.
Children and young people's mental health services Go to https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/nhs-voluntary-charity-services/nhs-services/children-young-people-mental-health-services-cypmhs-parents-carers-information/ (opens new window) pathways children and young people can use and what parents and carers can do if they feel there is something affecting their child's wellbeing.
Children and Young People's mental health services (CYPHMS) Go to https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/nhs-voluntary-charity-services/nhs-services/children-young-people-mental-health-services-cypmhs-parents-carers-information/ (opens new window) how to find help from CYPMH specialists and signposting for mental health resources.
South Thames Colleges Group Go to https://stcg.ac.uk/about/parents/parents-support-and-mental-health-resources (opens new window) suggestions how you can help your child with any concerns they may have about mental health.
Drugs, alcohol and tobacco
FRANK: Concerned about a child Go to https://www.talktofrank.com/get-help/concerned-about-a-child (opens new window) how to have a meaningful and honest conversation if you're concerned that your child has developed or is at risk of developing a drug addiction.
Young Minds Go to https://www.youngminds.org.uk/parent/a-z-guide/drugs-and-alcohol/ (opens new window) things parents can do to help their child have a healthy and informed relationship with alcohol and drugs, as well as steps to take if you think your child is using drugs to cope with mental health.
Alcohol Education Trust: Parent Area Go to https://alcoholeducationtrust.org/parent-area (opens new window) guidance for parents about their children's future drinking and how to introduce them to alcohol, also includes guidance on the law, how to delay teenage drinking and keep your child engaged in other activities.
NSPCC: Talking about drugs and alcohol Go to https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/talking-drugs-alcohol/ (opens new window) keeping children safe and aware of the risks of underage drinking and substance use.
Changing adolescent body
Busy Bodies Go to https://www.sexualwellbeing.ie/for-parents/busy-bodies-english-language.pdf (opens new window) booklet to help teachers, parents and carers understand and help children with their changing body. It includes a wide array of information about puberty, reproduction, relationships and gender.
Kids Health: talking to your child about puberty Go to https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/talk-about-puberty.html (opens new window) how and when to go about talking to your child about changes they may be experiencing during puberty.
Coram Life Education: Helping your children understand changes at puberty Go to https://www.coramlifeeducation.org.uk/RSE-for-Y6-and-P7 (opens new window) links and books that parents and children can look at to better understand the changes through adolescent years.
Internet Safety
Kidscape Go to https://www.kidscape.org.uk/advice/advice-for-parents-and-carers/ (opens new window) advice for parents and carers about bullying.
Advice for parents and carers on cyberbullying Go to https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/444865/Advice_for_parents_on_cyberbullying.pdf (opens new window) how you can protect your child from cyberbullying and how to tackle it if it happens.
SEND
RHSE resources for secondary schools to teach about gambling, water safety, homelessness and modern slavery.
Big Deal Go to https://bigdeal.org.uk/parents-professionals-hub/ (opens new window) advice about working with young people to promote responsible gambling.
GamCare gambling harm prevention programme for young people.
RNLI SOS Day Go to https://rnli.org/youth-education (opens new window) teaching resources about how to stay safe in, on and around the water.
Salvation Army resources Go to https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/resources/schools-resources/issues (opens new window) about gambling, leaving home, homelessness and anti-trafficking and modern slavery lesson packs.
RHSE resources for secondary schools to teach about sexualised behaviour.
Brook Traffic Light Tool Go to https://www.brook.org.uk/training/wider-professional-training/sexual-behaviours-traffic-light-tool/ (opens new window) provides a highly visible, multi-agency response that helps professionals to identify, understand and respond appropriately to sexual behaviours in young people.
AMAZE Go to https://amaze.org/educators/toolkits/ (opens new window) lesson plans and resources for parents, guardians, educators and health care providers around the globe—to communicate effectively and honestly about sex and sexuality with the children and adolescents in their lives.
The AIM Project (Assessment, Intervention, Moving On) Go to https://aimproject.org.uk/ (opens new window) advice, information, training and development of practice frameworks and guidance supporting understanding and practice of professionals working with children, young people and their families, where there are concerns about problematic or harmful sexual behaviour.
The Lucy Faithful Foundation Go to https://www.lucyfaithfull.org.uk/inform-young-people-for-young-people-who-have-got-in-trouble-online.htm (opens new window) educational programme for young people in trouble with the police, their school or college for inappropriate use of technology and the internet.
Let's Talk about Porn Go to https://swgfl.org.uk/resources/lets-talk-about-porn/ (opens new window) lesson plan to help educate young people about online pornography.
RHSE resources for secondary schools to teach about FGM, Hepatitis B and forced marriage.
Freedom Go to https://www.freedomcharity.org.uk/education/teachers/ (opens new window) educational package, including safeguarding training for teachers and staff on issues such as preventing radicalisation and dishonour abuse.
Forward Go to https://www.forwarduk.org.uk/programmes/united-kingdom/schools-and-higher-education/ (opens new window) services and activities for primary and secondary schools.
National FGM Centre Go to http://nationalfgmcentre.org.uk/fgm/fgm-resources/ (opens new window) selection of educational resources that can be used in schools to educate young people, help aid conversations with parents and implement strong FGM policies.
Global Dimension: Sazia's Story Go to https://globaldimension.org.uk/resources/sazias-story/ (opens new window) secondary teaching resource aims to raise awareness of the issue of early and forced marriages.
Female genital mutilation Go to https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/female-genital-mutilation-lesson-plan-for-key-stage-3-students (opens new window) lesson plan about female genital mutilation (FGM), produced by Islington Council for KS3 students.
The Orchid Project Go to https://www.orchidproject.org/about-fgc/why-does-fgc-happen/ (opens new window) challenging myths about why FGC happens.
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