PHSE
Personal, Health and Social Education
At Sidcot we have a team of experienced tutors who usually remain with their tutor groups for the two years of the Sixth Form. There is a two-year programme, incorporating many aspects of Personal, Health & Social Education which is delivered during twice weekly tutorial periods. In addition, tutors support students with their academic studies and act as a liaison between teaching staff, students and parents. For example, tutors help students by developing good study skills in:
- Note taking and note making
- Time management
- Listening and discussing
- Research
- Report writing and essay writing.
Tutors are there for the students at examination times and assist with revision techniques.
Our experienced Higher Education Advisers see all students through the lengthy process of making university and job applications, with tutors helping in the research and decision making.
Sixth Form students attend seminars and meetings and sometimes we welcome speakers on specialist topics. Some of the topics addressed in the past are:
- Careers, taking a GAP year, interview techniques
- Health related issues such as drugs, smoking, sexual health, AIDS and alcohol
- Environmental Issues
- Relationship Issues
These topics are followed up by tutors during the tutorial periods. All of the Personal, Health and Social Education at Sidcot is based upon Quaker values. Students are encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning, to work constructively with others and to develop their own skills and talents in a positive and fulfilling way.
