At Kiveton Park Meadows Junior School, our ethos – Learning Means the World – guides everything we do. We aim to develop empowered, confident children who are successful learners, responsible citizens, and caring members of both their local community and the wider world. We want our children to be outward-facing, curious about the world, and equipped to make a positive difference wherever they go.

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Our Goals

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Together we:

• Provide a happy, safe, and welcoming school environment where every child is accepted and has a sense of belonging.

• Value the mental health and well-being of all children and staff.

• Create an inclusive culture with high expectations and ambitions for every child.

• Deliver a broad, knowledge-rich curriculum that equips children to meet the challenges of an ever-changing world and confidently Make a Difference.​

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We want every child to leave Kiveton Park Meadows feeling confident, unique, and proud, prepared to tackle any challenge they may face.

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Why Personal Development Matters

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Personal development is central to our ethos. We believe in nurturing well-rounded children who are resilient, empathetic, and capable of making positive choices. Through personal development, children learn essential life skills, including emotional regulation, leadership, teamwork, problem-solving, and responsible decision-making.

We also foster strong links with the wider community, working with local stakeholders such as our MP Jake Richardson and the local Family Hub to provide children with opportunities to engage meaningfully with the world beyond school.

 

Our Personal Development Curriculum

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Our curriculum goes beyond academic learning to actively promote spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development.

Because we consider personal development so important, all children have a daily Personal Development lesson, in addition to learning embedded across the curriculum.

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Children also benefit from a wide range enrichment opportunities, including:

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• Partnerships with the Royal Opera House and the National Ballet

• Specialist French teaching

• Musical instrument tuition

• The Voice 21 Oracy project

• Reading curriculum experiences, library visits, and access to a wide range of books

• Visits, workshops, and residential trips such as PGL

• Lunchtime clubs accessible to all children

 

How Personal Development is Taught

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Personal development is taught in daily lessons through a combination of:

• PSHE

• RSE

• British Values

• The School Rules

• Contextualised Safeguarding

 

To compliment these lessons, we also have: 

• Daily assemblies or acts of collective worship 

• Mindfulness and emotional regulation support

• Experiential learning through trips, workshops, and community engagement

• Leadership opportunities through our personal Development Team, Sports Leaders and our Together for Tomorrow ambassadors

 

Topics We Explore

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Children explore a wide range of themes to develop their knowledge, skills, and personal growth, including:

• Emotional wellbeing and mental health

• Healthy lifestyles, nutrition, and physical activity

• Relationships, communication, and collaboration

• Rights, responsibilities, and British values

• Leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving

• Anti-bullying and creating a safe, inclusive school environment

• Community engagement, charity work, and social responsibility

Supporting Every Learner

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We ensure that every child can access personal development opportunities, including those who are vulnerable, have SEND, or are eligible for pupil premium.

 

Adaptations include:

• Small group or one-to-one support

• Visual prompts, scaffolds, and social stories

• Role-play and hands-on activities

• Targeted interventions and bespoke programmes for children with additional needs

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ELSA – Emotional Literacy Support
We recognise that some children need additional support to manage emotions, build resilience, and develop social skills.

Our trained ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support Assistant) provides targeted, one-to-one or small group sessions for pupils who may be experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, friendship challenges, or other emotional difficulties. These sessions complement our daily Personal Development lessons and wider pastoral support, ensuring every child has the strategies and confidence to thrive both in school and beyond. ELSA is an integral part of our commitment to supporting every learner, helping them feel understood, safe, and empowered.

 

Through these approaches, children develop resilience, confidence, and the skills to make positive choices in school, at home, and in the wider world.

 

 

 

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Pupil Voice
 

“I like our personal development lessons because we get to talk about our feelings and learn how to help each other.”

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“I feel proud when I take part in charity events; it makes me realise I can make a difference.”

 

“I love the clubs at lunchtime — I get to try things I’ve never done before, like choir and football.”

 

“Our trips and workshops are really fun and help me understand the world around me.”

 

“Being part of the PD Team makes me feel important and like I can help change things at school.”

 

“Our Together for Tomorrow ambassadors make everyone feel included and safe at school.”

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"I love my ELSA sessions. They have helped me to understand why my body changes when I am feeling stressed and Mrs Bacon has taught me some strategies for calming down."