Year 8 Learning

In Year 8 Personal Development is taught during tutor time.

Term	Key Content
Autumn	Relationships, sex and health education The similarities, differences and diversity among people The impact of stereotyping, prejudice and discrimination on individuals Consent is freely given, that being pressurised, coerced or manipulated is not giving consent The law relating to sexual consent
Spring 1	Drugs, alcohol and associated risks The personal, social risks and consequences of substance use and misuse including occasional use H27 Manage the influence of drugs and alcohol on decision making within relationships and social situations The concepts of dependence and addiction including awareness of help to overcome addictions
Spring 2	Media Literacy and Digital resilience Make decisions on different media and digital content To recognise the influence of extreme views on people’s attitudes and behaviours Strategies for protecting and enhancing their reputation online How online and social media outlets can exaggerate or share inaccurate information
Summer	Relationships Similarities, differences and diversity among people Develop conflict management skills and strategies Recognise bullying and its impact in all forms How to maintain and manage positive relationships including online Qualities and behaviours exhibited in wider society

Personal Development