At the heart of our PSHE curriculum here at King's Leadership Phoenix Academy, following the AQA Unit Awards Scheme, is the commitment to equip all students with the essential knowledge, skills, and attributes they need to thrive in their personal lives and as active members of society. The program aims to build a strong foundation of understanding in topics such as emotional wellbeing, healthy relationships, personal safety, careers, and citizenship. By promoting self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and social responsibility, we help students develop the resilience to navigate challenges and make informed decisions about their health, relationships, and future.
Our curriculum is designed to be inclusive and flexible, catering to the diverse needs and abilities of every learner. The AQA Unit Awards Scheme allows students to achieve recognition for their achievements in a personalised and structured way, encouraging progress at their own pace. Through a range of engaging topics and activities, students will explore key areas such as mental health, financial literacy, and digital safety, all while developing communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills. This approach ensures that every student can access the curriculum meaningfully and gain valuable qualifications that reflect their individual learning journey.
In line with our broader school values, the PSHE curriculum also emphasises the importance of community and global citizenship. By fostering an understanding of societal issues such as equality, diversity, and sustainability, we encourage students to be empathetic, informed, and active participants in their communities. Our curriculum nurtures a sense of responsibility, equipping students with the tools to contribute positively to the world around them while cultivating a lifelong commitment to personal growth and ethical decision-making.
To Develop Knowledge and Skills for Personal Wellbeing: Our curriculum aims to provide students with the necessary tools to manage their physical, emotional, and mental health. By exploring topics such as healthy relationships, emotional resilience, and personal safety, we seek to empower students to make informed decisions that positively impact their wellbeing both now and in the future.
To Foster Inclusive, Individualised Learning: We aim to create an inclusive learning environment where all students can succeed at their own pace. Through the AQA Unit Awards Scheme, we offer flexible pathways that recognise individual progress and achievement, enabling students of all abilities to build confidence, acquire key life skills, and achieve personal growth.
To Promote Active Citizenship and Social Responsibility: We aim to inspire students to become empathetic and responsible citizens who are aware of social, cultural, and global issues. By engaging with topics such as equality, diversity, and sustainability, students will develop a sense of responsibility toward their communities and the wider world, encouraging them to contribute positively to society
The primary method of assessment is continuous and formative, allowing students to demonstrate their understanding and skills throughout each unit. This approach ensures that assessments are integrated into the learning process, providing opportunities for reflection, self-evaluation, and teacher feedback.
Students are assessed based on their completion of specific learning outcomes outlined in each AQA unit. These outcomes may include a variety of activities such as written tasks, group discussions, presentations, practical activities, and role-playing scenarios. Teachers evaluate the students’ ability to engage with the content, apply their knowledge, and demonstrate key personal and social skills. Each completed outcome is recorded as evidence of progress, allowing for a comprehensive understanding of each student’s development.
As part of the AQA Unit Awards Scheme, students receive formal recognition for each unit they successfully complete. This provides a sense of achievement and motivation, while also allowing for personalised learning, as students can work at their own pace and level. The accumulation of units contributes to a portfolio that highlights individual accomplishments, offering a tailored approach to assessment that reflects each student’s unique learning journey.