Building confident, resilient young people

Jigsaw PSHE 11–16 is a complete, fully-resourced programme designed to meet the complex, changing needs of today’s teenagers, and the teachers who support them.

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For us, this isn’t about ticking a box for statutory RSHE. It is about equipping young people with the knowledge, skills and self-awareness they need to navigate friendships, mental health, identity, relationships, and life beyond school.

For us, this isn’t about ticking a box for statutory RSHE. It is about equipping young people with the knowledge, skills and self-awareness they need to navigate friendships, mental health, identity, relationships, and life beyond school.

At the same time, it gives teachers everything they need to deliver high-quality PSHE with confidence, clarity and impact.

The impact in schools

When PSHE is delivered well, it strengthens your whole-school culture, building safer, more supportive learning environments where every student can thrive. Schools using Jigsaw PSHE 11–16 consistently report:

91%

When PSHE is delivered well, it strengthens your whole-school culture. Building safer, more supportive learning environments where every student can thrive

88%

say students show stronger social skills

72%

report better emotional regulation

57%

see improved behaviour

96%

of staff feel more confident delivering PSHE

95%

say Jigsaw reduces planning time

Designed for real secondary life

We understand the realities and nature of secondary PSHE delivery. Lessons are often taught in tutor time, on drop down days, or timetabled lessons.

Jigsaw PSHE 11–16 is designed to flex around your setting while ensuring that young people receive consistent, meaningful learning.

Fully structured lesson plans for Years 7–11
Flexibility for timetabled lessons, tutor delivery or drop-down days
Adaptable slides, resources and guidance to adapt to your context
Built-in assessments and reflection activities to track progress and understanding

What’s inside the programme?

Jigsaw PSHE 11–16 covers all key areas of personal development, statutory Relationships and Sex Education, and Health Education, alongside additional themes relevant to teenage life today.

Key themes include:

Identity and self-esteem
Healthy relationships and consent
Mental and emotional wellbeing
Managing online life and social media
Financial awareness and future planning
Risk-taking behaviours, including substance misuse and online risks
Citizenship, rights and responsibilities

Lessons are clear, accessible and age-appropriate, supporting progression as pupils move up through school.

What’s inside each Puzzle Piece?

Jigsaw PSHE 11–16 is built around six carefully designed Puzzle Pieces each year.

These give your curriculum a clear structure and help students build on their learning as they move through school.

Here’s what each Puzzle Piece covers:

Being Me in My World helps students to understand their own identity, place in school, and wider society. Topics include self-image, personal responsibility, rights and responsibilities, and aspirations for the future.

Celebrating Difference focuses on diversity, respect and inclusion, helping to create a safer, more accepting school community. This piece explores prejudice, discrimination, challenging stereotypes and understanding different perspectives.

Dreams and Goals supports students in setting goals, exploring future options and developing resilience. It covers financial education, career pathways, decision-making skills and overcoming setbacks.

Healthy Me covers mental and physical health including substance misuse, sexual health, self-care, and coping strategies for stress and anxiety. It encourages informed, positive lifestyle choices.

The Relationships Puzzle Piece explores friendships, romantic relationships, consent, sexual health, and communication. It helps students understand healthy boundaries, manage conflict, and navigate changing dynamics.

Changing Me concentrates on personal change and transitions, including puberty, sexual health education, body image, and preparing for life beyond school. It encourages self-reflection, and developing a positive sense of self.

Each Puzzle Piece includes:

Clear learning objectives and outcomes
Editable slides and comprehensive lesson plans
Built-in mindfulness practices
Reflection and assessment activities to consolidate learning

Video content made to support and inspire

We know that PSHE can cover some of the most important - and sometimes challenging - topics for young people and teachers alike. That’s why we recently introduced new video content to enhance Jigsaw PSHE 11–16. Videos are short, embedded directly into lessons, and designed to augment, not replace, teacher input.

Talking heads

Real, young people discuss key topics openly and honestly, helping students feel seen, heard, and more confident to join in.

Expert-led videos

Created to support teachers with sensitive topics like STIs, contraception and pregnancy, reducing pressure and guiding meaningful follow-up discussions.

Discuss & Reflect

Video in general helps to reduce heavy slide content, freeing up time for active debate and reflection.

Diverse perspectives

Videos feature young people from across the UK, ensuring a wide range of voices and experiences are represented.

Talking heads

Real, young people discuss key topics openly and honestly, helping students feel seen, heard, and more confident to join in.

Expert-led videos

Created to support teachers with sensitive topics like STIs, contraception and pregnancy, reducing pressure and guiding meaningful follow-up discussions.

Discuss & Reflect

Video in general helps to reduce heavy slide content, freeing up time for active debate and reflection.

Diverse perspectives

Videos feature young people from across the UK, ensuring a wide range of voices and experiences are represented.

Mindfulness at the core

Teenagers face intense pressures; exams, friendships, identity, social media to name a few.

That’s why every Jigsaw lesson integrates mindfulness practices, helping young people develop self-regulation, manage stress, and build focus. Our short, practical mindfulness activities empower students to pause, breathe, and make thoughtful choices. Skills that will support their wellbeing far beyond the classroom.

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Support for teachers

We know secondary teachers come from all subject backgrounds. Jigsaw makes PSHE straightforward and achievable for every teacher, not just specialists.

Ready-to-use slides and lesson plans
Clear learning intentions and discussion guides
Built-in assessments and evaluation tools
Ongoing support from our School Support and training teams

Flexible, inclusive, and up-to-date

Jigsaw PSHE 11–16 is regularly updated in line with national guidance and real-world developments, including online safety, consent, and mental health.

It’s designed to meet statutory RSHE requirements in England and PSE responsibilities in Wales, and can be adapted to suit your local context.

The content supports SMSC, British Values, and wider personal development frameworks, helping you evidence your provision with confidence.