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Dealing with Grief and Loss – Full PSHE Lesson | KS3 / KS4 | RSHE Aligned
This fully resourced and editable 1-hour+ PSHE lesson provides a sensitive, structured introduction to understanding grief, bereavement, and emotional coping strategies. It is designed to help students explore the emotional process of grief, recognise its stages, and learn how to support themselves or others during times of loss.
Aligned with the statutory RSHE guidance, this lesson is ideal for Key Stage 3 and 4 learners and can be used during PSHE lessons, drop-down days, tutor sessions, or as part of a wider wellbeing programme.

Learning Outcomes
• Define what grief is and recognise situations where it may be experienced
• Understand the five stages of grief and how they can affect people differently
• Identify healthy coping strategies and ways to support someone who is grieving

Key Terms Covered
Grief, denial, bargaining, depression, acceptance, support

This Lesson Pack Includes:
• Fully editable PowerPoint presentation
(Includes learning outcomes, confidence checkers, video clips, questioning tasks, and engaging slide design)
• Student-focused activities including comprehension, scenario analysis, and group discussion
• Formative assessment opportunities such as exit questions and reflection prompts
• Extension links and external support resources
• Designed for easy delivery by both PSHE specialists and non-specialists

Format: PowerPoint (editable) + printable student activities
Target Age Group: KS3 / KS4 (11–16)
Themes: Grief, loss, bereavement, emotional wellbeing, support strategies
This resource helps students develop emotional literacy, empathy, and resilience—essential components of a strong PSHE and personal development curriculum.
Let me know if you’d like a matching Bereavement & Mental Health bundle description as well.

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