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PSHE Unit – Bodies, Puberty & Self-Esteem | KS3 RSE Curriculum

This fully resourced 7-lesson PSHE unit supports young people through the emotional and physical changes of puberty. Designed for KS3 students (ages 11–14), the unit explores puberty, menstruation, personal hygiene, online pressures, and self-esteem—helping students navigate adolescence with confidence and clarity.

Aligned with the statutory RSE and Health Education guidance, this unit is ideal for use in PSHE lessons, tutor time, or drop-down days, and is suitable for both boys and girls across Years 7–9.

** Lesson Topics Covered:**

• Puberty for Boys – Physical and emotional changes explained
• Puberty for Girls & Menstruation – Managing periods and hormone changes
• Growing Up & Puberty – What to expect and how to cope
• Managing Menstruation – Practical guidance and busting taboos
• Sleep Hygiene & Mental Health – The role of rest in growing bodies
• Harmful Online Content – How media and online platforms impact teens
• Self-Esteem & Body Confidence – Supporting mental wellbeing during change

📦 Each Lesson Pack Includes:

• 1 Fully Editable PowerPoint
• (With learning outcomes, confidence checkers, engaging visuals, comprehension tasks, and embedded videos)
• Student-Focused Tasks – Scenario discussions, literacy tasks, group activities
• Assessment Tools – Reflection activities and formative assessment points
• Teacher Notes & Support Resources – Suitable for specialists and non-specialists
• Inclusive Language & Sensitivity – Age-appropriate and mindful of gender and individual needs

This unit is ideal for:

• PSHE and RSE leads building a robust puberty and self-esteem programme
• Form tutors and pastoral staff supporting Year 7–9 transition and wellbeing
• Schools promoting inclusive, confident, and respectful learning about the body

Format: Editable PowerPoint lessons + student worksheets
Target Age Group: KS3 (11–14)
Themes: Puberty, periods, hygiene, sleep, self-esteem, online pressures, growing up

Give your students the tools to understand and manage puberty, build positive self-image, and grow in confidence—both in and out of the classroom.

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