Curriculum relevance
The programmes will be useful to support learning in PSHE and Citizenship at KS4 + and in Scotland Standard Grade: Area of Study 1, Area of Study 2; Intermediate 1; Intermediate 2 and Higher Grade. In England and Wales and Ireland, students following GCSE and AS /A level courses in General Studies and Sociology could also use the programmes to enhance learning.
England and Wales
PSHE/PSE KS4
Knowledge, skills and understanding 1: Developing confidence and
responsibility and making the most of their abilities. Sections b, c, d.
Knowledge, skills and understanding 3: Developing good relationships and
respecting the differences between people. Sections a, c, d.
Citizenship KS4
Knowledge, skills and understanding 1: Knowledge and understanding about
becoming informed citizens. Sections b and g.
Knowledge, skills and understanding 2: Developing skills of enquiry and
communication. Sections a, b, c.
The programme would also give interesting background to any of the examined
courses:
GCSE Citizenship, Sociology
A / AS Sociology, General Studies
Northern Ireland
GCSE (CCEA) Social and Environmental Studies
A / AS Sociology, General Studies
From 2005, KS4 Learning for Life and Work (Local and Global Citizenship Strand): Human Rights and Social Responsibility
Scotland
The programme will support a number of initiatives around citizenship, and Personal and Social Education. Teachers should check current guidelines. In particular the programme will support National Qualifications: Personal and Social Education all levels
Students should develop qualities of:
- self esteem
- respect and care for others
- positive attitudes
- commitment to learning for life
- a sense of belonging to society
- confidence in coping with life in a changing world.
The programme will support the units:
Personal Awareness and Development
Social Awareness and Development
May also be relevant for National Qualifications in Religious, Moral and Philosophical Studies.

