Inspiring Discovery Through Curiosity

Our whole-school PSHE mornings are designed to provide pupils with dedicated opportunities to develop the knowledge, skills, attitudes and values that will help them thrive both in school and beyond.

By bringing the entire school together around a common theme, pupils of all ages can explore important aspects of personal development in a meaningful, engaging and age-appropriate way. These mornings complement the taught PSHE curriculum by allowing pupils to apply their learning through practical, hands-on experiences that encourage discussion, reflection and active participation. 

Curiosity is a fundamental characteristic that supports learning, personal growth and wellbeing. Curious young people are more likely to ask questions, seek new experiences, solve problems creatively and develop a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them. Curiosity helps pupils become confident learners who are willing to explore unfamiliar ideas, challenge assumptions and embrace opportunities. 

Developing curiosity also supports resilience. When pupils are encouraged to investigate, experiment and discover, they learn that mistakes are part of learning and that perseverance often leads to success. In a rapidly changing world, curiosity is an essential skill that enables young people to adapt, innovate and make informed decisions about their futures. 

PSHE Morning ‘Curiosity’ Activities 

Career Detectives 

In this activity, pupils interviewed professionals about their jobs, careers and experiences. This task encouraged pupils to ask thoughtful questions and inspired them to think about their own aspirations and interests. Careers education is an important part of the PSHE curriculum, and this activity also help build pupil confidence when speaking to unfamiliar adults. 

Woodland Detectives 

In this activity, pupils used identification keys to discover and classify plants, animals and signs of wildlife in the fantastic woods at KCP. This was an excellent task for promoting questioning and evidence gathering. It was also a lovely activity to engage with the outdoors which is always positive for health and wellbeing. 

Curiosity Pouch 

Pupils created a pouch containing items, pictures or symbols that represented things that are important to them. This activity encouraged pupils to reflect on their identity, values and interests as well as thinking about what made them unique. This was a quieter moment of the morning and supported emotional literacy and self-expression as well as personal identity. 

Olympic Inventors 

Pupils were challenged to invent a completely new sport or improve an existing one. This activity allowed pupils to explore different ways of making sports more enjoyable, inclusive or challenging. It also demonstrated how new ideas can emerge from asking “What if?” Brilliant examples of teamwork, cooperation and communication were seen throughout the morning. 

By nurturing curiosity, the PSHE programme at King’s helps young people become confident, reflective and responsible individuals who are well prepared for the opportunities and challenges of modern life.