School Health Nurse
Growth and Personal Development
This term I will be running a Growth and Personal Development unit at Longford Primary School. Class groups will attend lessons between week 5 and 8.
The table below outlines the content that will be covered for each level:
| K-2 (2 Lessons) | Year 3-4 (3 Lessons) | Year 5-6 (4 Lessons) |
|
Protective behaviours, public and private Growing up - How I have changed since I was a baby Our families and who we can talk to about our worries |
Growing up – introduction to puberty Simple information around reproduction Friendships, boundaries and influences |
Puberty – physical, social and emotional changes Simple information around reproduction Influences and finding reliable sources of information Boys and girls sessions around emotions, healthy relationships and respect |
To provide more detailed information to families and give them the opportunity to ask questions I will be available to speak to at 9:00am on Friday the 9th of August in the parent room. I look forward to seeing you there. There is some flexibility to speak at other times if this time does not suit you.
If you do not wish for your child to participate in these lessons please contact your child’s teacher.
Chanelle McCormack
School Health Nurse