Helping you choose the right programme for your school
We know that when looking at a new or different curriculum partner you need clarity, confidence and reassurance. Here we bring together our most frequently asked questions to help you understand how Jigsaw programmes work, how they support children’s development, and how they can make teaching PSHE and RE easier and more impactful. Choose your area of interest below to find the answers you need.
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PSHE 3–11
Jigsaw follows a whole-school, spiral curriculum. Each year group explores the same Puzzle (topic) at the same time, helping to build a consistent whole-school ethos. Each Puzzle includes six weekly lessons, a launch assembly and built-in assessment tools.
Jigsaw uses formative and summative assessment to track progress across both knowledge and social-emotional learning. Summative assessment descriptors are provided for each unit, with built-in tools like Jigsaw Journals and Knowledge Organisers to support reflection and evidence-gathering.
Yes. Jigsaw assessment statements are integrated with major tracking systems like Target Tracker, Insight and Educater, making it easier to monitor pupil development alongside core subjects.
Jigsaw lessons are designed to be accessible and inclusive. Vocabulary lists are provided for each unit and available as editable Word docs, which many schools adapt or translate to support EAL learners. There’s also guidance on adapting materials for composite or mixed-age classes.
Every Jigsaw lesson contributes to British Values, SMSC, and preparation for life in modern Britain. Mapping documents show exactly how each unit links to the DfE guidance, helping schools evidence their provision.
Yes. Jigsaw provides specific resources and guidance to help faith-based schools deliver our programmes in line with their values and the SIAMS framework.
Our team regularly reviews and updates lesson content in line with national guidance, research, and current events, inclu ding topics like online safety, digital literacy and relationships education. You will always have access to the most up-to-date content via the Portal.
Absolutely. Schools can replace slides and upload custom images directly in the Portal to tailor lessons to their community’s needs, while retaining core learning outcomes.
PSHE 11–16
Jigsaw PSHE 11–16 includes full schemes of work for Years 7–11, with age-appropriate coverage of statutory RSHE, life skills, and wellbeing. Each unit includes lesson plans, slides, mindfulness resources, and built-in assessment tools.
Yes. All content is mapped to DfE RSHE guidance and reviewed annually to ensure compliance and relevance.
For Wales, all content is mapped against the Health and Wellbeing Area of Learning and Experience, as well as the mandatory Relationships and Sexuality Education Code. This is reviewed annually to ensure compliance
Lessons are adaptable to amend content or delivery order. There are also optional additional materials to supplement the full curriculum.
Each module includes formative and summative tools, including student reflection activities, self-assessments and other tools to support meaningful evaluation of learning.
Yes. The programme is designed to be inclusive and accessible. The Jigsaw Charter supports safe and inclusive learning environments alongside a range of learning activities to support engagement for students with a range of diverse needs.
RE 3–11
Jigsaw RE uses a spiral enquiry model to explore faiths, worldviews and belief systems. Pupils revisit key ideas over time to deepen their understanding. It’s designed for whole-school progression from EYFS to Year 6.
Yes. It’s mapped to the non-statutory 2024 National Framework, and aligns well with the IB PYP and IPC curricula.
Every unit contributes to pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development. Empathy, respect and curiosity are central throughout the programme.
The programme is flexible and supports both approaches. Guidance and planning tools are included to support different implementation models.
Yes. Each enquiry includes assessment criteria, reflection activities and support for tracking progression.
About Jigsaw Education Group
We are a team of educators, curriculum specialists and wellbeing advocates on a mission to equip every child with the knowledge, skills and emotional literacy they need to thrive in today’s world.
Over 6,000 schools in 65+ countries trust Jigsaw to deliver high-quality PSHE, RE and wellbeing education – and we are growing by around 1,000 schools every year.
A subscription gives your school full access to the Jigsaw Online Portal with lesson plans, slides, assemblies, assessments, support documents, training videos, and our full suite of teaching resources.
Yes. We work with MATs, academies and Trusts across the UK and internationally, offering bespoke packages and rollout support.
Always. Our friendly School Support and Partnership teams are here to help you get started and make the most of your Jigsaw experience, from training to implementation to impact tracking.
How can we help?
Whether you're exploring Jigsaw for the first time or just need a bit more detail to help you decide, our friendly team is always happy to talk.
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