Personal Development

Personal Development at Somerville

At Somerville Primary School, we are deeply committed to ensuring the development of all our pupils and nurture them to become happy, healthy young people who have the knowledge, academic achievement and strength of character to lead safe and successful lives in modern Britain, thus preparing them for their next steps in education and employment with a thirst for lifelong learning. Going above and beyond the academic offer made to our children, in order to foster a well-rounded personal development experience is a key priority.

Our approach is collaborative and seeks to build resilience and confidence in our pupils of all ages. We aim for all pupils who leave Somerville to become:

● Comfortable with who they are and have a deep sense of belonging

● Respectful of others and see difference as positive and not a threat

● Able to make a positive contribution to school life, the wider community and society in general

● Happy, safe, confident and resilient

● Financially secure

● Model citizens prepared for life in modern Britain

Through Personal Development, we aim to ensure that all pupils, at an age appropriate level, learn about:

● Self-identity, group identity, responsibilities, consequences and teamwork

● Similarity and difference, bullying, stereotyping, racism, discrimination and celebrating difference and individuality

● Aspirations, goals, challenges, teamwork, resilience, jobs and careers and simple budgeting

● Drugs and alcohol education, self-esteem and confidence as well as healthy lifestyle choices

● Friendship, family and other relationships, conflict resolution, communication, loss and bereavement

● Coping positively with change, puberty, environmental and life cycles (including human reproduction)

Please find our Personal Development overview below: