Hi! My name is Nicole Campbell and I specialise in PSHE and Citizenship in primary and secondary school. I have been teaching for nine years and have a BA in Media and Cultural Studies, a PGCE in Upper Primary and a Masters in Psychology. I am also a freelance writer and speaker.
Hi! My name is Nicole Campbell and I specialise in PSHE and Citizenship in primary and secondary school. I have been teaching for nine years and have a BA in Media and Cultural Studies, a PGCE in Upper Primary and a Masters in Psychology. I am also a freelance writer and speaker.
Engage and Empower KS4 Students with a Powerful Lesson on Domestic Abuse Awareness
This interactive 60-75-minute PSHE lesson is designed for KS4 students to explore the vital topic of domestic abuse as part of the 16 Days of Action Against Domestic Violence campaign. Using real-world data, group activities, and meaningful discussions, students will:
Analyze key statistics to understand the scale of domestic abuse.
Explore scenarios to identify unhealthy behaviors and develop strategies for support.
Reflect on how to raise awareness and take action in their communities.
With ready-to-use PowerPoint slides, group scenarios, and engaging activities, this resource is perfect for helping students build empathy, critical thinking, and an understanding of their role in addressing domestic violence. Ideal for PSHE educators looking for an impactful and thought-provoking lesson.
Unlock the mysteries of the brain in this exciting 60-minute lesson designed for KS3 and KS4 students to raise ADHD awareness! Through hands-on, interactive activities and group collaboration, students will dive into the science of how ADHD affects key areas of the brain—the Prefrontal Cortex, Basal Ganglia, and Cerebellum.
Students will:
Design creative brain models that illustrate how ADHD impacts focus, decision-making, and movement.
Engage with educational games and quizzes, keeping digital natives fully immersed and entertained.
This lesson combines active learning, creativity, and technology to foster understanding and inclusivity in the classroom, while addressing a crucial topic during ADHD Awareness Month.
Ideal for boosting student engagement, promoting peer collaboration, and sparking curiosity about the brain, this dynamic lesson is a must for Year KS3 and KS4 educators looking to make science and social awareness come alive!
Resources included:
11-slide PowerPoint
Information sheet
Interactive quiz links
ADHD Awareness Month resource
This engaging 60-75-minute lesson is designed to raise ADHD awareness among KS3 students through interactive, hands-on activities and collaborative learning. Students will explore the realities of ADHD by debunking common myths, fostering empathy through an ADHD simulation, and using technology to reinforce their understanding.
The lesson incorporates:
A quick interactive quiz using Quizizz to introduce ADHD facts (links included on slides)
A hands-on simulation activity where students experience what it’s like to focus with distractions, simulating ADHD challenges while writing a short paragraph.
paired work where students research and create posters to debunk 16 common ADHD myths.
A final competitive quiz to consolidate learning and a reflective exercise to promote empathy.
This lesson is ideal for promoting inclusivity, critical thinking, and a better understanding of ADHD in the classroom, while keeping students actively engaged and working collaboratively.
Resources included:
Interactive quiz instructions
Group work guidelines
List of myths to debunk
ADHD simulation instructions
Equip your students with vital knowledge and awareness in this comprehensive 75-minute lesson plan focusing on the Legal and Physical Risks of Carrying a Knife, incorporating a global perspective. Tailored for KS3 and KS4 students, this engaging lesson is designed to foster critical thinking and personal reflection while addressing a crucial social issue.
Key Learning Objectives:
Understand the legal consequences of carrying a knife in the UK and across different countries.
Recognize the physical dangers and risks associated with carrying a knife.
Analyze knife crime as a global issue, exploring its societal impact.
Reflect on safer alternatives and proactive measures to prevent knife crime.
This ready-to-use resource includes:
Discussion prompts and case studies highlighting legal and physical consequences.
Global examples of knife crime to foster a wider perspective.
Reflection activities to encourage students to consider safer alternatives to knife carrying.
Perfect for PSHE and Citizenship lessons, this lesson plan promotes both personal responsibility and global citizenship, helping students understand the far-reaching impacts of knife crime and the importance of safety in their communities.
Resource Type: Full Lesson Powerpoint/ PDF with worksheets, Case Studies and Scenarios, Activities, Discussions, and Reflection Exercises.
Duration: 75 minutes
Empower your Year 7 students to build essential study habits and discover their personal strengths with this engaging, interdisciplinary lesson. Designed to support their transition to secondary school, this resource helps students develop effective time management skills, set SMART goals, and explore techniques to boost focus and reduce stress.
The lesson includes interactive activities such as creating study timetables, using mind-mapping for better organization, and incorporating simple physical exercises to enhance concentration. The plenary reflection encourages students to identify their strengths and areas for improvement, fostering a growth mindset.
Ideal for PSHE or tutor time, this comprehensive interdisciplinary 75-minute lesson integrates Math, English, and PE, making it a valuable resource to develop students’ academic skills and personal growth.
Includes:
Detailed lesson plan
PowerPoint slides
Student-friendly worksheets
Practical examples of SMART goals and study timetables
Weekly Study Planner Template
Perfect for teachers looking to boost their students’ confidence, organization, and academic success!
Looking for a dynamic, engaging lesson that will captivate your KS4 students and connect creativity with real-world skills? This Create Your Own Brand lesson is designed to inspire entrepreneurial thinking while promoting essential health and well-being concepts. Perfect for students who may easily disengage or are at risk of negative influences, this 75-minute project-based activity brings together teamwork, creativity, and life skills to keep them motivated.
Students will work in groups to design their own brand, including developing a business idea, creating a logo and slogan, and planning marketing strategies. The lesson emphasizes the connection between entrepreneurship, self-esteem, and well-being, helping students build confidence, resilience, and a sense of purpose.
Complete with a structured PowerPoint, detailed instructional breakdowns, and time management tips, this resource is designed for easy delivery and maximum engagement. The Shark Tank-style presentations at the end provide an exciting way for students to pitch their ideas, develop public speaking skills, and receive constructive peer feedback.
Key Learning Objectives:
Develop entrepreneurial skills like creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork.
Explore the impact of branding on self-image and identity.
Understand the connection between building a brand and boosting mental health and well-being.
Build confidence through presentation and collaboration.
This lesson provides everything you need to get your students thinking, working together, and understanding the positive impact they can make with their ideas. Ideal for PSHE, business studies, or health and well-being classes, this engaging resource will encourage students to think like young entrepreneurs while building valuable life skills.
Download today and empower your students with a lesson they’ll love!
1 x lesson -
***Topic: Sextortion
PSHE 2024 Lesson. Contains a 20-slide editable powerpoint. The worksheet can be used by printing page 2 and 3 on slides.
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Learning Outcomes**
I can understand how to protect myself against sextortion
I know what sextortion means
I can recognise the early signs of sextortion
I know where to go to access support for myself or for a friend
Key Vocabulary
Sextortion, coercion, manipulation, blackmail, perpetrator, anonymity, deep fake, artificial intelligence
Video 3 Link missing in slides https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7KXXAnxVebQ&rco=1
This resource is free to raise awareness on such a dangerous and timely issue. Please share for free also!
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1 x lesson -Exploring the Connection between Food and Mental Health-PSHE 2024 Lesson. Contains a 9-slide editable powerpoint. Resource sheet x1
Suited to Key Stage 4/ 5- Linked to PSHE Association Year 11 Curriculum - Health and Well-being - Responsible Health Choices
Learning Outcomes
-to be able to understand and articulate the connections between food choices and mental health
-to examine the impact of nutrition on mood, cognitive function, and overall mental well-being.
Case studies included in download 1x sheet and 1 x answer sheet
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1 x lesson -Career Exploration and Goal Setting-PSHE 2024 Lesson. Contains a 14-slide editable PowerPoint. Assessment sheet x1
Suited to Key Stage 5- Linked to PSHE Association Year 12 Curriculum - Living in the Wider World - Planning for the Future
Learning Outcomes
-to assess your strengths, interests, values, and skills to set realistic, aspirational goals.
-to evaluate post-18 options in education, training, and employment, including higher education, further training or apprenticeships, and gap year opportunities.
What you need:
Self-assessment worksheet (included)
Informational handouts on post-18 options.
Whiteboard and markers.
Computers or tablets for research.
Key Vocabulary
strengths, weaknesses, goals, personal and academic growth, effective decision-making, preparation, apprenticeships, gap year, purpose
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1 x lesson -Religious Discrimination-PSHE 2023 Lesson. Contains a 17-slide editable powerpoint. Resource sheet x1
Suited to Key Stage 3- Linked to PSHE Association Year 8 Curriculum - Relationships - Discrimination
Learning Outcomes
-To develop an understanding of religious discrimination
-To understand its impact on individuals and communities
-To explore ways to promote religious tolerance.
Key Vocabulary
Equality Act 2010, Religious Discrimination, tolerance
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***Topic: Relationships
PSHE 2023 Lesson. Contains a 30-slide editable powerpoint with teacher notes.
Learning Outcomes
I can define key terms about gender.
I can match types of gender identity to their definitions.
I can discuss my opinions about the Criminal Tribes Act 1871.
I can choose which side of an argument to be on.
Vocabulary
Hijras, Eunuch, intersex, alienated, Criminal Tribes Act 1871, agender, bigender, polygender, cisgender
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***Topic: Social and Emotional Learning
PSHE 2023 Lesson. Contains a 9-slide editable powerpoint and resource sheet.
Learning Outcomes**
I can describe who I am to another person.
I can list my strengths and weaknesses.
I can write a bio-poem about my identity.
Vocabulary
Self-awareness, character, likes, dislikes, self esteem
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***Topic: Health and Well-being
***Education for a Connected World
PSHE 2023 Lesson. Contains a 23-slide editable powerpoint and resource sheet.
1st strand of Education for a Connected World: Self-Image and Identity
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Learning Outcomes**
I can explain why other people may look and act differently online and offline.
I can give examples of issues that happen online that might make someone feel sad, worried, uncomfortable or frightened
I can give examples of how they might get help.
Vocabulary
Self-image, body image, self-esteem, identity, online disinhibition effect, media, representation, self-love
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Learning objectives
-about different types of employment status
-what the term ‘whistleblowing’ means
-about the 4 main types of unlawful discrimination
Some Key Terms Covered
Employment, Equality Act 2010, Employment Rights Act 1996, worker, employee, self employed, unlawful discrimination, protected characteristics, direct, indirect, harassment, victimisation
Each Lesson Pack Contains:
☞ 1 Fully Editable PowerPoint (Learning Outcomes,End of session Quiz)
☞No worksheets needed/ sustainable lesson planning
Suitable for Year 8 Living in the Wider World - Communities and Careers
Mapped against Latest 2020 Statutory Health and RSE DfE Guidance, PSHE Association & Character Education Guidance from DfE.
⟴ PSHE Association Theme: Health & wellbeing KS3 can be used with higher key stages.
Learning objectives
To explore an alternative narrative to body image
To analyse a magazine cover
To evaluate the historical impact of over-sexualisation of black women to understand current trends
Some Key Terms Covered
Body image, fashion magazines, fashion models, oversexualisation, social media, physical appearance, body weight, filters
Each Lesson Pack Contains:
☞ 1 Fully Editable PowerPoint (Learning Outcomes, Body Image audit, Variety of Tasks, Video Embedded URL Clips, Challenging & Thoughtful Questioning)
☞No worksheets needed/ sustainable lesson planning
☞ Teacher Notes (On some slides)
Mapped against Latest 2020 Statutory Health and RSE DfE Guidance, PSHE Association & Character Education Guidance from DfE.
⟴ PSHE Association Theme: Health & wellbeing KS5 can be used with lower key stages.
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***Topic: Living in the Wider World
Unit: Belonging to a Community ***
PSHE 2022 Lesson. Contains a 10-slide editable powerpoint.
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Learning Outcomes**
I can explain how resources are allocated in my community.
I can understand the effect resource allocation has on individuals, communities, and the environment.
I can demonstrate how resources can be allocated in different ways and how these choices affect others.
Key Vocabulary
Community, culture, civilization, common interest, purpose
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***Topic: Living in the Wider World
Unit: Belonging to a Community ***
PSHE 2022 Lesson. Contains a 14-slide editable powerpoint. Worksheet x 1.
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Learning Outcomes**
I can describe the meaning and benefits of living in a community.
I can understand the meaning of the word ‘COMMUNITY.’
I can demonstrate the benefits of living in a community.
Key Vocabulary
Community, culture, civilization, common interest, purpose
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2 x lessons -Being Mentally Healthy and Managing Feelings-PSHE 2021 Lesson. Contains a 12-slide editable powerpoint with PSHE Village watermark. Worksheets x 2.
Learning Outcomes
Lesson 1: To understand that mental health is just as important as physical health and that both need looking after
To recognise that anyone can be affected by mental ill-health and that difficulties can be resolved with help and support
To know how negative experiences such as being bullied or feeling lonely can affect mental wellbeing
Lesson 2: To know positive strategies for managing feelings
To understand that there are situations when someone may experience mixed or conflicting feelings
To recognise that some feelings can often be helpful, whilst recognising that they sometimes need to be overcome
Key Vocabulary
Lesson 1: Worry, anxiety, depression, breakdown, feelings, moods, stress, positive and negative emotions, feel good strategies, thoughts, sharing, listening, loneliness, bullying
Lesson 2:Mixed emotions, feelings, worry, anger, sadness, bullied, self-esteem, strategies to cope
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2 x lessons - Media Images and Celebrating AchievementPSHE 2021 Lesson. Contains an 16-slide editable powerpoint with PSHE Village watermark. Worksheets x 2.
Learning Outcomes
Lesson 1:
• To recognise that images in the media can be changed, altered or adapted and therefore may not represent the ‘true’
image
• To identify how an image can influence someone’s view about a place or product
• To recognise why an image might be changed, such as to sell something, including an idea to others
Lesson 2:
To reflect on their achievements and describe what they are proud of
• To describe the different ways achievements can be celebrated
• To describe aspirations for the end of term/school year and how they will know if they have achieved them
•To describe steps they can take to improve
• To explain how making mistakes along the way can help them to learn
Key Vocabulary
Lesson 1:Media, images, distort, filters, confidence, self-image, advertising, influence
Lesson 2: Media, images, distort, filters, confidence, self-image, advertising, influence
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This activity is for children who have poor anger management. It gives children the ability to successfully regulate their own emotions, thoughts and behaviours in different situations-effectively managing stress, controlling impulses and motivating their selves.