PSHE Assembly: World Mental Health Day (10th October)

Content Name

PSHE Assembly: World Mental Health Day (10th October)

Content Type

Assembly

Description

This assembly is aimed at KS1 and KS2; you can make the assembly more complex by discussing the difference between short and long-term mental health challenges. It is important to recognise that it is not an illness. The PSHE objectives for this assembly have been selected from the PHSE Association's Programme of Study for PSHE Education 2020.

Curriculum

• Country

  England

  Key Stage:

  Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2

  Years:

  Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6

  Subjects:

  • PSHE

  Topics:

  • Health and Wellbeing

  Programmes of Study:

  • H15. Pupils learn that mental health, just like physical health, is part of daily life; the importance of taking care of mental health
  • H16. Pupils learn about strategies and behaviours that support mental health — including how good quality sleep, physical exercise/time outdoors, being involved in community groups, doing things for others, clubs, and activities, hobbies and spending time with family and friends can support mental health and wellbeing
  • H21. Pupils learn to recognise warning signs about mental health and wellbeing and how to seek support for themselves and others
  • H22. Pupils learn to recognise that anyone can experience mental ill health; that most difficulties can be resolved with help and support; and that it is important to discuss feelings with a trusted adult

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