At our school, Personal Development is central to everything we do. We believe that children thrive when they are supported not only academically, but socially, emotionally and physically. Our Personal Development offer helps pupils gain confidence, build strong relationships, understand themselves, stay healthy, keep safe and develop the character they need to succeed in life. Through a rich curriculum, wide range of clubs, leadership opportunities and memorable experiences, we ensure every child learns the skills and values needed for future success. 

Character, Values & Behaviour

• School values taught through assemblies and class discussions. Celebration certificates are linked to the values on a weekly basis. 
• High behaviour expectations and positive behaviour rewards e.g. Dojos, certificates linked to values. 
• Growth mindset teaching and resilience strategies. 
• Restorative approaches to behaviour. 
• Peer support and friendship-building activities.
• Role-modelling from staff and older pupils. 

Wellbeing & Mental Health

• Wellbeing lessons and PSHE curriculum. 
• Zones of Regulation used within all classes.
• Mindfulness sessions through Schools and Community Team including: Worry Busters, Yoga. 
• MHST sessions including Mind and Mood Group, SATs preparation. 
• Check-ins and pastoral interventions. 
• Anti-bullying education and support. 
• Mental Health Week activities. 
• Calm spaces or wellbeing areas in school (classrooms, playground etc). 

Social, Emotional & Cultural Development

• Class discussions for developing communication and empathy.
• Celebrations of cultural festivals. 
• Assemblies exploring diversity and inclusion. 
• Drama, storytelling and role play to understand feelings. 
• Charity events and community projects. 
• Lessons on respecting differences and belonging. 
• Opportunities to work with different peers across classes. 

Leadership & Pupil Voice

• School council
• Eco Warriors
• Reading ambassadors supporting younger readers. 
• Playground buddies supporting friendship and play. 
• Opportunities to vote, debate and make decisions. 
• Pupil surveys shaping school improvements. 

Curriculum Enrichment & Cultural Capital

• Educational trips (museums, farms, National Space Centre etc)
• Year 6 Residential to the Peak District
• Visitors and workshops (author, musicians, linked to religion)
• Themed days and weeks (all curriculum subjects)
• London Theatre Visit (Year 3)
• Outdoor learning experiences (gardening, nature walks)
• Music tuition (Year 3 Ukulele, Year 4 Recorder)
• Hands-on curriculum experiences (e.g., cooking, design projects in all year groups)
• Library visits 
• Choir visits (O2 Young Voices, concerts, Norfolk Show)

Clubs, Sports & Extra‑Curricular Opportunities

• Sports clubs (football, dodgeball, multi-sports)
• Creative clubs (choir, crafts, LEGO)
• School teams and competitions
• Daily sensory circuits
• Seasonal clubs (e.g., CC1 gardening club)

Wider Safety & Life Skills (e.g., online safety)

• Online safety lessons and workshops (Safer Internet Day)
• First aid education including CC1 6-week units for all year groups
• Road safety and bikeability sessions
• Fire service and police visits
• Pol-Ed sessions run by teachers or Police Community Liaison Officer
• Healthy lifestyles and nutrition teaching within PSHE and Science
• Water safety and sun safety education
• Stranger awareness and personal safety
• Transition lessons and preparation for secondary school

SMSC & British Values

• Assemblies exploring moral choices, empathy and spirituality
• Debates and discussions about fairness, justice and rules
• Visits to church
• Learning about democracy through pupil votes e.g. voting for School Council
• Understanding individual liberty and responsibilities
• Exploring different religions and beliefs in RE lessons
• Celebrations of diversity and respect for all backgrounds
• Activities that build tolerance and understanding