At Saint Andrew’s School, education isn’t just about maths, science and languages; it’s also about preparing children for life. In addition to the core subjects, we place extra emphasis on Personal, Social, Health and Economic education (PSHE), a subject area that many schools in the UK treat as a fundamental part of growing up successfully.
What is PSHE?
PSHE stands for:
Personal: understanding yourself and your relationships
Social: learning how to communicate, cooperate and contribute positively
Health: understanding emotional and physical wellbeing
Economic: basic financial awareness and responsible citizenship
This subject is taught as weekly lessons throughout the school year and is carefully sequenced so pupils build on previous learning as they grow.
Life Skills Your Child Learns
Here are some of the extra topics taught in PSHE at Saint Andrew’s that may not be standard in many other schools:
Healthy Relationships
Children learn about friendships, respect, kindness, and communication skills: how to build and maintain healthy relationships with peers and adults.
Safety & Wellbeing
This includes understanding risk, how to stay safe (online and offline), and strategies for coping with challenges like peer pressure or stressful situations.
Diversity & Respect
PSHE encourages understanding and celebrating differences: cultural, social and individual — which helps build empathy and inclusive attitudes.
Financial Awareness
Basic financial lessons (like savings, budgeting and money habits) are included so pupils start to understand economic responsibility early.
Health, Hygiene & Healthy Lifestyles
Beyond PE, pupils learn about healthy eating, hygiene, physical activity, and how lifestyle choices affect wellbeing.
Online Safety
A major part of growing up now involves digital life. Children are taught how to be safe, respectful and responsible online.
Beyond the Classroom
PSHE isn’t only about lessons in a classroom. At Saint Andrew’s:
– We tie learning into assemblies and whole-school themes.
– Pupils participate in wellbeing and health weeks with activities like yoga, outdoor
learning and teamwork.
– Visitor talks and workshops (e.g., NSPCC “Speak Out, Stay Safe”) help reinforce
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– Teachers support pupils individually through a pastoral team if extra guidance is
needed.
Why This Matters
While many schools in Spain focus on academic subjects, and understandably so, the PSHE framework at Saint Andrew’s adds structured social, emotional and life education that prepares children for:
Confidence and self-awareness
– Healthy friendships and communication
– Responsible citizenship
– Making informed, safe choices
– Managing emotions and challenges
These life lessons help shape well-rounded, resilient, empathetic young people ready for life beyond school.
At Saint Andrew’s School, education isn’t just about maths, science and languages; it’s also about preparing children for life. In addition to the core subjects, we place extra emphasis on Personal, Social, Health and Economic education (PSHE), a subject
area that many schools in the UK treat as a fundamental part of growing up successfully.
What is PSHE?
PSHE stands for:
Personal: understanding yourself and your relationships
Social: learning how to communicate, cooperate and contribute positively
Health: understanding emotional and physical wellbeing
Economic: basic financial awareness and responsible citizenship
This subject is taught as weekly lessons throughout the school year and is carefully sequenced so pupils build on previous learning as they grow.
Life Skills Your Child Learns
Here are some of the extra topics taught in PSHE at Saint Andrew’s that may not be standard in many other schools:
Healthy Relationships
Children learn about friendships, respect, kindness, and communication skills: how to build and maintain healthy relationships with peers and adults.
Safety & Wellbeing
This includes understanding risk, how to stay safe (online and offline), and strategies for coping with challenges like peer pressure or stressful situations.
Diversity & Respect
PSHE encourages understanding and celebrating differences: cultural, social and
individual — which helps build empathy and inclusive attitudes.
Financial Awareness
Basic financial lessons (like savings, budgeting and money habits) are included so
pupils start to understand economic responsibility early.
Health, Hygiene & Healthy Lifestyles
Beyond PE, pupils learn about healthy eating, hygiene, physical activity, and how lifestyle choices affect wellbeing.
Online Safety
A major part of growing up now involves digital life. Children are taught how to be safe,
respectful and responsible online.
Beyond the Classroom
PSHE isn’t only about lessons in a classroom. At Saint Andrew’s:
– We tie learning into assemblies and whole-school themes.
– Pupils participate in wellbeing and health weeks with activities like yoga, outdoor
learning and teamwork.
– Visitor talks and workshops (e.g., NSPCC “Speak Out, Stay Safe”) help reinforce
imp
– Teachers support pupils individually through a pastoral team if extra guidance is
needed.
Why This Matters
While many schools in Spain focus on academic subjects, and understandably so, the PSHE framework at Saint Andrew’s adds structured social, emotional and life education that prepares children for:
Confidence and self-awareness
– Healthy friendships and communication
– Responsible citizenship
– Making informed, safe choices
– Managing emotions and challenges
These life lessons help shape well-rounded, resilient, empathetic young people ready for life beyond school.