The Nottingham City health and wellbeing survey will be available to schools again this year from the start of the September term to 14th November. The survey is aimed at years 6 and 10 (other year groups available) and is fully funded for all Nottingham schools. Administered and analysed by SHEU, the survey covers a range of health-related behaviours such as eating habits, physical activity levels, bullying, and emotional wellbeing. Schools receive an individualised report with a summary of their pupils’ responses giving invaluable data for reflection and improvement planning. To get involved, sign up here. For more information and to view sample reports visit the Achieve Well website.
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The Netflix drama Adolescence has sparked widespread media discussion, with calls for it to be shown in schools. However, along with other PSHE/RSHE professionals, we believe this would not promote meaningful learning or positive behaviour change and could make students feel unsafe.
While the show raises important issues, these should be explored through a well-structured PSHE/RSHE curriculum in a safe learning environment—rather than as a reaction to a television drama. The PSHE Association has this resource to help schools address topics such as misogyny and online influences in a measured way.
Suggested actions:
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Review your PSHE/RSHE curriculum to ensure key issues (e.g. misogyny, sexism, consent, healthy relationships, online influences) are adequately covered.
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Assess staff confidence in discussing these topics with students and provide training if needed.
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Gather student feedback on whether their learning needs in these areas are being met.
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Inform parents about the show’s themes, how they can support their child, and how these issues are covered in your PSHE programme.
Our Padlet has resources and links around misogyny, misandry, sexism and sexual harassment.
For this year's RSE Day Art workshop collaboration with Challenge Nottingham, we are working with artist, Millie Yarwood, who will share the skills of mural creation with colleagues on 29th April from 2pm to 4pm at the Nottingham Trent University Dryden Centre. Colleagues will learn how they can create an in-house mural using Millie's techniques, this will be a practical workshop so come prepared to get creative! You can book a place on the workshop here.
In addition to the workshop, Millie will also be creating a mural in the arboretum featuring children’s views on healthy communication in relationships. We want to hear your pupils views on 5 key questions, shown here on our Padlet. For instructions on how to get involved click here.
Nottingham City has a significantly lower uptake of routine childhood vaccinations than the average for England, the East Midlands, and our Statistical Neighbours. Data shows that uptake percentages for the MMR vaccination and for the Dtap and IPV booster are well below the 95% World Health Organisation target required to sustain elimination of diseases such as measles and rubella.
As part of our response to this low uptake, we need your help! Thanks to funding provided by NHS England, we are offering a free, interactive training course titled "Encouraging Vaccination Uptake" designed to increase vaccination uptake rates in Nottingham. The course is open to anyone in Nottingham working or engaging with young people. It is available as a one-day session, two half-day sessions, or in short burst of 3 x 2.5 hours. The training provides participants with the knowledge and confidence to address concerns and discuss the importance of vaccinations with colleagues, parents, young people aged 14+ and the wider community.
Upon completion, participants receive a Level 2 Award in Encouraging Vaccination Uptake from the Royal Society for Public Health. This training is available both in-person and online. Click here to register your interest.
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PSHE is a lesson unlike any other. It is a lesson that teaches young people life skills that support their journey into adulthood. In most lessons, the teacher is the source of knowledge, with students receiving information and showing their understanding through application. However, in PSHE, the teacher is often the facilitator of healthy and meaningful conversations that allow young people to explore their understanding and beliefs around the topic. This training aims to develop understanding of PSHE as a subject that builds life skills, how to create a safe learning environment, and more.
Session overview and objectives:
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Understand the role of PSHE in fostering personal, social, and emotional growth
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Identify key strategies for effective PSHE teaching and creating a safe, engaging learning environment
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Gain confidence in handling complex discussions and safeguarding considerations
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Learn how to embed PSHE across the wider curriculum and school ethos
- Be empowered to take next steps in refining PSHE delivery
This is an on demand training and can be accessed here.
Are you feeling confident about how to deliver RSE to children and young people with learning difficulties and SEND? As practitioners we have a statutory duty to be able to provide the right provision and education for those with SEND. These are some of the most vulnerable people in our community and they have a right to sound and supportive RSE learning and practice.
Oak Field School is offering 1 day’s training, open to all. The day will include:
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Background to RSE and SEND – why is it important?
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The Preparing for Adulthood agenda and lifelong learning
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Issues of personal and intimate care
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Effective working practices
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Next steps - practical strategies, ideas & resources.
To book a place on this course and arrange payment, please contact: admin@oakfield.nottingham.sch.uk or 0115 915 3265.
9.30am – 2.30pm £10, inc refreshments and lunch.
Please also let us know in advance about any access or dietary requirements. Bookings close on Wednesday 2nd April - we look forward to meeting you!
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Easter is a time for fun and treats, but it doesn’t have to mean sugar overload! Help families enjoy a healthier Easter with simple snack swaps and creative alternatives to chocolate. From fruit-filled nests to homemade bunny oat bars, there are plenty of tasty ideas that kids will love. It’s a great way to keep energy levels up while encouraging better food choices.
Why not share these ideas with parents to inspire a balanced Easter at home?
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This Easter, the Free Fun and Food (HAF) programme is offering 4 days of free activities and meals for children aged 5–16 who receive benefit-related free school meals. Fully funded by the DfE, the programme includes fun, active sessions and healthy food during the school break. Vouchers have already been sent out to eligible families as of 17 March 2025. Please share this link with parents so they can find out more and book activities: https://www.asklion.co.uk/funandfood
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The Youth Sport Trust has launched a free online course as part of the Inclusion 2024 programme, designed specifically to support Teaching Assistants (TAs) in making school sport and PE more inclusive.
The course includes four short video modules covering key areas such as inclusive practice, the TA role, and the STEP model. It’s an ideal starting point for TAs looking to build confidence and skills in supporting all pupils.
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The government is asking for young people's views on the development of the new National Youth Work Strategy. It would be great to get lots of Nottingham children's voices registered. Children under 16 will need a parent or guardian to start the survey off for them. The link to the consultation is here.
1decision is offering £15,000 funding to provide up to 50 schools in Nottingham City/Nottinghamshire with a £300 gift voucher towards the cost of their award-winning PSHE scheme. For small schools, this funding could cover the full cost. More information on the quality of the resources, and recent updates to further support schools, can be found here.
Picture News is a weekly PowerPoint sent every Friday to over 15,000 primary school teachers. A current news story is explored through an engaging image and thought-provoking ‘big question’! It can be used for an interactive assembly, morning class activity, makes a great display and embeds a protected characteristic and British value each week. Picture News are offering Nottingham City Schools a discount to access the package for a year. The current subscription cost is £300, with the discount this will be £150.
Full details, and express your interest here.
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