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Personal Development

Please click on 'Personal Development Highlights' (on the right-hand side) to read about all the experiences our children have participated in this year.  You will also find information regarding our Assemblies, which will include our assembly planner and some assembly resources. Additionally, you can read about our children's Successes Out of School and help us to celebrate their achievements.

At Wren Park Primary School, we recognise that the primary years are a crucial time for children to develop their identity, aspirations, and understanding of the world. Alongside academic achievement, we place a strong emphasis on Spiritual, Moral, Social, and Cultural (SMSC) development, ensuring that every child has rich and varied experiences both within and beyond the curriculum. By nurturing personal development skills, we equip our pupils with the essential knowledge they need to become educated citizens, preparing them for adult life and teaching them how to engage meaningfully with society.

Throughout their time at Wren Park, children are encouraged to:

  • Engage in self-reflection and personal growth, developing confidence and resilience.
  • Explore and shape their own values, beliefs, and spiritual awareness.
  • Foster knowledge and respect for diverse cultures, traditions, and perspectives.
  • Develop curiosity and enthusiasm for learning about themselves and the world around them.
  • Understand the consequences of their actions, taking responsibility for their behaviour.
  • Engage in ethical discussions, appreciating different viewpoints and moral dilemmas.
  • Demonstrate high standards of personal behaviour and show kindness and respect towards others.
  • Work cooperatively, resolve conflicts, and develop strong social skills.
  • Recognise and appreciate the diversity and richness of other cultures while understanding their own social and cultural heritage.
  • Build their ‘cultural capital’ by learning more, remembering more, and developing a broad understanding of the world.
  • Understand the role of democracy in shaping Britain, past and present, and the shared values that unite communities.
  • Develop the skills and attitudes needed to fully participate in modern British society.
  • See themselves as global citizens, understanding their responsibilities in an interconnected world and promoting sustainability, equality, and social justice.
  • Prioritise both physical and mental well-being, recognising their importance alongside academic success.
  • Benefit from strong family involvement, ensuring a collaborative approach to personal development.

By embedding these principles in all aspects of school life, we aim to nurture confident, compassionate, and well-rounded individuals who are fully prepared for the opportunities and challenges of the future.

Please see a document below in greater detail on SMSC in our school and to read our policy on SMSC.

Introducing the Excellence in Pupil Development Award - September 2023

EXCELLENCE IN PUPIL DEVELOPMENT AWARD (EPDA)

DEVELOPING PUPIL SKILLS THAT LAST A LIFETIME

This award offers a structured framework to evaluate and enrich our pastoral curriculum. It supports us in developing pupil’s personal attributes and attitudes, such as self-confidence, resilience and self-discipline. With a focus on involving local and national organisations, it will help us to prepare pupils for life in modern Britain.

  • CURRICULUM - Plan so that knowledge and skills for personal development are embedded into the whole-school curriculum.
  • BEHAVIOUR - Set high expectations for pupil behaviour and conduct, including punctuality and attendance.
  • RESPONSIBLE CITIZENS - Promote positive attitudes from pupils towards their own learning, towards each other, and towards the wider community.
  • LOCAL PARTNERSHIPS - Engage with local groups and parents to deliver enrichment activities that develop pupils’ confidence, responsibility and leadership skills.
  • EXTERNAL ORGANISATION - Actively enlist the support of national and international agencies to help raise pupils’ aspirations for their future.
  • PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - Commit to high-quality, ongoing staff CPD so that all staff can build and support pupils’ personal development.

We are keen to show our commit to ensuring how children have the best possible opportunities to be the best that they can be by committing to the 'Excellence in Pupil Development Award'. 

Personal Development Overview

The Personal Development Overview is a work in progress and is subject to developments and review on a half termly basis.

Have a read about all of our school highlights, trips and special events taking place throughout the school year. Click on the link below.

Key areas within Personal Development

The curriculum areas below are key components of supporting and nurturing a child's personal development. Please click the buttons for more information on how these areas are taught in school.