Have you read our Spring Edition of FOCUS; the UK's number one magazine for personal development in schools yet?
Are you looking for PSHE/RSHE and PSED latest news, commentary and teaching tips? Scroll this way…
From the essentials of teaching British values and drowning prevention to celebrating RSE day, exploring the building blocks of Early Years PSED and measuring misogyny in the classroom, our Spring Edition is packed full of expert PSHE educational news and opinion.
Enjoy instant access to downloadable posters, awareness days as well as RSHE book links for pupils.
If you have any exciting PSHErelated news about projects taking place in your school that you’d like to shout from the rooftops and share with our community, get in touch with our friendly team via info@1decision. co.uk.
Latest news
Anti-sexism and the rise of online misogyny
According to the National Education Union's (NEU) general secretary, Daniel Kebede, sexism is on the rise in schools because of harmful content on children's phones.
Mr Kebede called for an inquiry to "really challenge" social-media companies during the NEU’s annual conference April 2024, explaining that from his experience, boys watched "aggressive and violent pornography" and influencer content that "completely distorts their view of women".
During the pre-debate interviews, Kaspar Zeta-Skeet said that among some teenagers he taught there was an "assumption” that “women are things just to be observed".
"A large part of my role…is to try and combat those ideas and try
and provide a role model of positive masculinity that doesn't demonstrate these sort of toxic traits."
Nina Darkowa said online content meant some girls at her secondary school were concerned with their body image.
Fortunately, education is signposted as a crucial way to challenge sexist stereotypes and behaviours before ideas and incidents escalate. And we completely agree. Read more in our latest edition of FOCUS; where 1decision CEO, Hayley Sherwood, explores how to manage misogyny in primary schools (pg 7).
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Programme Updates
We've been hard at work enhancing our suite of resources and programmes to better support you in delivering positive learning experiences for children. Here's a glimpse of what's new:
• Subtitles Added: We've incorporated subtitles into all our immersive alternative-ending videos, ensuring accessibility for all learners.
• Updated Content: Explore 20 new alternative-ending videos covering Keeping/Staying Safe, Keeping/ Staying Healthy, Relationships, Being Responsible, and Feelings and Emotions for 5-8 year olds.
• Additional Classroom Materials: Our classroom posters and materials are refreshed to align with the latest educational standards and best practices.
• Spring Edition of FOCUS Magazine: Have you read it yet? Catch up with all that’s been happening in education with our Spring Edition of FOCUS: Personal Development in Schools Magazine. Click here, for inspiring articles and helpful tips.
• Revamped Website: Experience our completely redesigned website with improved functionality for easier navigation and access to new resources.
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Our Partner Updates
Are you looking for inspiration for Mental Health Awareness week?
Our partners, SchoolTV, have created an anxiety topic page with professional interviews, articles and videos to help teachers support their pupils.
“Untreated anxiety disorders in children can lead to more serious issues in adulthood. Parents need to educate themselves so they can identify the symptoms early.” Says Laverne Antrobus, leading British child psychologist and specialist in youth development, trauma-informed care and attachment theory.
With expert interviews from Dr Gilda Scarfe, Professor Ian Hickie AM, Dr Nihara Krause, Dr Elizabeth Scott and Laverne Antrobus these specialist SchoolTV videos help to
guide children through the nature of anxiety, it’s key signs and how the condition is treated.
Access and learn to tackle youth anxiety by heading here
If you’re an existing 1decision customer, we will fund 50% of the cost of your SchoolTV subscription! Find out more and unlock your exclusive discount, here.
Teacher Feedback
Your feedback helps us to create fantastic content that resonates with you. Whether it's a raving review, a thumbs-up or a helpful suggestion, we're here for it and willing to take on board.
Natalie Sellers; PSHE LeadAldermoor Farm Primary School did just that; explaining why teachers and kids love using 1decision plus sharing her thoughts on our customer service.
Teachers
"It’s great! Teachers love it because it needs very little resourcing apart from the occasional worksheet".
Pupils
"The children enjoy the choice element, which is great for developing discussions. It’s amazing as a subject leader because it has all the necessary coverage and more and the documents available are invaluable. We highly recommend it".
Great customer service
"As a company, they can’t do enough to help you. They are so supportive and quick to respond to any queries and they offer great webinars too".
Would you like to share your thoughts on 1decision? Contact us on our social media channels, or email info@1decision.co.uk. We look forward to hearing your feedback!
One to Watch: PSED Resources for Early Years
We love connecting with you all through our webinars and appreciate seeing your dedicated faces through the screen. As part of our Webinar Wednesday series, we’re recommending you reserve your spot on our One to Watch.
Hayley Sherwood, 1decision’s CEO sits down with Matt Arnerich from Famly to talk about a world where learning meets fun and how we can use technology to engage and enhance young learners’ development.
We’ll explore the newest tools and techniques to support early years practitioners with their PSED.
When? Wednesday 8 May 2024 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM (UTC+01)
Reserve your spot today! https:// www.trybooking.com/uk/events/ landing/55887
Looking for more? Follow us on social media and access our trybooking page to see the full series of 1decision webinars and events.
Special Spotlight
Did you know that 78 young people aged under 25 were murdered with a knife or sharp object during the 12 month period to March 2023?
And did you hear that knife crime can begin for children as young as 10 years old? Startling statistics reveal that in 2023 alone, over 1,000 children under the age of 18 were victims of knife crime in the UK. This alarming reality underscores the urgent need for awareness and action to safeguard our youth.
In our latest issue of FOCUS Magazine, Rachael Down sheds light on the impact of knife crime on children and school communities. Through such pieces, we as a PSHE community hope to help inspire reflection on how we can work together to address this pressing concern.
As part of our commitment to raising awareness, we've partnered with the Ben Kinsella Trust to develop an impactful assembly focusing on knife crime prevention. This
assembly, crafted with expertise and care, provides a valuable resource to engage pupils in meaningful discussions about the consequences of knife crime and the importance of making positive choices.
This initiative comes at a crucial time, as we gear up for Knife Crime Awareness Week 20th - 26th May 2024. Visit Ben Kinsella Trust website for more resources.
Additionally, access our specially designed assembly in collaboration with the Ben Kinsella Trust here
Explore the Spring Edition of FOCUS Magazine to read Rachael's 3-minute article and discover invaluable insights on tackling knife crime.
Together, let's equip our children with knowledge, empathy, and resilience to navigate the challenges they may face and build a future free from the grip of knife crime.
To read the full article, click here
Awareness Day
International Families
Schools play a pivotal role in supporting diversity and inclusivity, making International Families Day a meaningful occasion to celebrate our uniqueness. As we honour this day, we’re reaffirming our commitment to embracing and celebrating the rich tapestry of families and cultures around the world.
As we celebrate the International Day of Families, let us embrace the opportunity to teach our pupils about the importance of diversity within our communities. These lessons are not just academic; they are the building blocks for a more harmonious, understanding and diverse society.
Let us commit to nurturing an environment where every child feels valued and included, and where diversity is celebrated as a strength. In doing so, we lay the foundation for a future that is bright with the promise of unity and mutual respect.
Our assembly, Are We the Same is ideal for International Families Day 2024. Sign up to our assembly portal today!
Coming up next month
27th June is RSE day - Catherine Kirk - Founder of RSE Day explains where RSE started and how it’s helping children and educators talk openly about relationships, sex education.
Dates for your calendar
May 2024
6th - 12th National Sun Awareness Week
6th - 12th Deaf Awareness Week
8th - 1decision Webinar | Interactive and Immersive PSED Resources for Early Years
15th - International Day of Families
13th - 19th - Mental Health
Awareness Week
20th - 24th Walk to School Week
21st - World Meditation Day
22nd - 1decision Webinar | Effective Assessment - Linking PSHE and Personal Development
20th - 26th May 2024 - Knife Crime
Awareness Week
June 2024
Pride Month
5th - World Environment Day
5th - 11th Child Safety Week
6th - Empathy Day
17th - 23rd Learning Disability Week
18th - 25th Water Safety Week
27th - RSE Day
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Why whole school training?
We have produced a training portal to ensure that all schools can utilise the resource to its fullest and monitor and assess PSHE/RSHE in the most effective way. The training modules will support schools to:
- Increase Staff Confidence
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Why a personal development quiz?
This new software provides schools with the ability to quickly assess and gather data on their pupils’ knowledge when it comes to areas of Personal Development. This will help with identifying knowledge, and any potential gaps.
- Assessment on 12 Areas of Personal Development
- Student Retest Option to Showcase Progression
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