PSHE and RSE

Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE)

TWGGS is a fully inclusive school where independence, self-belief, resilience and character are developed through a range of activities. In Personal, Social and Health Education pupils have a one hour lesson, once a fortnight. Through the Form Tutors, we aim to deliver a broad curriculum where pupils study age-appropriate, current and relevant material, which helps to prepare them for adult life, and their future careers.

Relationships and Sex Education (RSE)

The aim of Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) is to give young people the information they need to develop healthy, nurturing relationships of all kinds, not just intimate relationships. Knowledge about safer sex and sexual health is important to ensure that young people can make safe, informed and healthy choices as they progress to adult life. Pupils will also be given opportunities to understand how healthy relationships can benefit their own mental wellbeing and self-respect. Should any parents/carers be concerned about the provision for Relationships and Sex Education or its delivery, they are very welcome to contact the relevant Head of Year, or Assistant Head Pastoral, to discuss the issues.

TWGGS Whole School PSHE Overview 2024-25

Mindfulness at TWGGS

We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our pupils and in building their resilience to overcome challenges. As part of this, we are helping pupils to develop the skills of ‘Mindfulness’, encouraging them to focus on being aware of what they are sensing and feeling in the moment. This is achieved through the delivery of a PSHE session in each year group that develops strategies which help to relax the body and the mind with the aim to reduce stress, such as through the use of  breathing methods and guided imagery.