Personal Development

At Broom Barns Primary School, our Personal Development Programme ensures that every child grows into a well‑rounded, responsible and compassionate individual. Our programme aligns closely with Ofsted’s Personal Development criteria and is underpinned by our school values of RICH – Resilient, Independent, Confident, Happy.

Our Vision: Growing RICH Learners

R – Resilient: Children learn to persevere, manage setbacks and approach challenges positively.

I – Independent: Pupils develop decision‑making skills and take ownership over their learning and behaviour.

C – Confident: We create an environment where children feel secure, valued and able to express their ideas.

H – Happy: We prioritise wellbeing, relationships and belonging, enabling all pupils to thrive.

1. Character Development & Resilience

• Embedding RICH values through behaviour systems, assemblies and class routines
• Restorative conversations to support reflection and growth – behaviour log
• Opportunities to try new challenges and celebrate resilience
• Growth mindset embedded throughout the school

2. PSHE & Relationships Education (including RSE)

• Physical and emotional health – mental health week and newsletter
• Building respectful relationships – Black history month
• Online safety
• Boundaries, consent and keeping safe – NSPCC workshop
• Financial and economic awareness

3. SMSC Development

• Reflective discussions, cultural events and celebration days – Dance days, Panto, French day, Decoration Day
• Appreciation of different beliefs and viewpoints – Nativity, church service, egg hunt
• Educational trips, visitors and workshops – theatre groups
• School council, eco initiatives and charity work – coffee morning, Fred Millard, X-mas jumper day

4. British Values

• Democracy – elections and pupil voice
• Rule of Law – clear expectations and responsibilities
• Individual Liberty – making choices in a safe environment
• Mutual Respect & Tolerance – learning about all major faiths
• Values assemblies

5. Developing Confidence & Independence

• Leadership roles across the school – pupil leadership
• Assemblies and performances – class assemblies
• Pupil voice opportunities – home visits
• Independent learning tasks – transition programme

6. Enrichment & Cultural Capital

• Educational trips linked to topics – see grid
• Sports, arts and STEM experiences- Knex challenge, colour run, sports week, family & children’s discos, violins, voices
• Clubs and competitions – sport day
• Outdoor learning and Forest School – Fit Kidz, gradening club

7. Healthy Lifestyles & Wellbeing

• PE curriculum and sports – Bikeablilty, swimming, sports clubs after school
• Healthy Schools initiatives – Nourish programme, daily mile,
• Emotional literacy and mindfulness– Pastoral care worker
• First aid and safety education – Crucial Crew, CPR training for children, water safety workshop
• Anti‑bullying and online safety – e-safety day

8. Careers‑Related Learning

• Aspirations Weeks – author visits, science week
• Visitors and role models – mini police, local councillor visit, librarian
• Learning about different jobs and interests – PSHE curriculum
• Linking skills to real‑life contexts

Impact

By the time they leave Broom Barns, pupils show our RICH values daily: resilient learners, independent thinkers, confident contributors and happy individuals ready for their next steps.