* The learning objectives of Strands 2 and 3 will be updated in 2016.
(Note: Changes are highlighted in blue italics and deletions are indicated by strikethrough lines.)
PSHE LEARNING OBJECTIVES -- KEY STAGE ONE
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Personal & Social Development
Self-esteem
Self-management
Healthy lifestyles
Human relationships
Sexuality issues
Time, Continuity & Change
Time and chronology
Understanding the past
Cause and effect
Change and continuity
Historical Significance
Historical interpretations
Culture & Heritage
Foundations and characteristics of culture
Customs and traditions
Challenges, conflicts and repercussions in of the modern world
Cultural globalization, diversity & interaction
Place & Environment
Natural & human features of a place
Nature of places and environments
Spatial association and interaction
Patterns and processes
People-environment interrelationships
Conservation and sustainable development
Resources & Economic Activities
Use of resources
Production and consumption
People and work
Exchange
Role of government in an economy
Interdependence of economies
Social Systems &
Citizenship
Rights, responsibilities and social virtues values
Social norms, rules and law
Local, national and global identities
Social system, political system and interaction
Knowledge and understanding 1. to identify the different
stages of human growth and development and to understand there are individual differences in growth and development
2. to understand the harm of drug abuse
Knowledge and understanding 1. to know the difference
between time and chronology 2. to know that changes
have taken place in the local community in different periods of time
Knowledge and understanding 1. to understand that the
local know about different groups and communityies is made up of people of different cultures
2. to know the
characteristics of Chinese people and the important customs, traditions and features of Chinese culture
Knowledge and understanding 1. to know the
characteristic features in their of our immediate living environment and neighbouring areas 2. to understand the
arrangement of how natural and human features in a place and describe how the arrangement varies in
Knowledge and understanding 1. to know that goods and
services produced for our consumption are insufficient to satisfy all our wants
2. to understand that people manage the use of resources in different ways
3. to understand that people work to get
Knowledge and understanding 1. to identify one’s role,
rights and responsibilities in different social groups and to identify some of the rights and responsibilities one has within the groups 2. to know that there are
differences among people and the need to the importance of
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3. to know the importance and ways of maintaining personal and
environmental hygiene and safety and ways to achieve these in personal and environmental perspectives 4. to understand one’s
own interests, and that one’s own emotions and behaviours may influence oneself as well as others (e.g. in situations where personal wants are not satisfied ) 5. to understand one’s
role within the importance of family and peer groups to an individual and the importance of living in responsible ways to reflect a loving regard for all life
Skills
1. to exercise self-discipline self-management in managing one’s personal hygiene, emotion and safety and emotions in daily life situations
3. to know recognize some important people and events that have had a significant impact in the on our national history of the country and the nation
Skills
1. to identify the order of events and their chronological sequence 2. to identify significant
events in our national history and match them with the stories of important historical figures
3. to be able to make use of broad categories of time, know and apply broad categories of time (e.g.
past, present and the future, days, weeks, months and years) and apply them to describe events in the family, the school and the community
3. to know the characteristics understand the customs of people of different cultures and the ways in which people of different within their cultural groups and other cultural groups interact
Skills
1. to identify diverse customs, practices and traditions in the local community
2. to differentiate between the characteristics of traditional and modern cultures
2. to identify the major features of the Chinese culture of the local community
3. to associate the features of the culture of the local community with those manifested in other parts of China 3. to observe how people
perceive other cultural groupings
different places are located in our environment 3. to understand how
local human activities may affect and are affected by the natural environment
Skills
1. to make careful observation of our surroundings 2. to identify and locate
features on maps and photographs
3. to draw pictorial maps to illustrate key features of their surroundings
Values and attitudes 1. to develop an interest
in peoples and their ways of life in different places of the world and a show respect for them 2. to appreciate the wonder
of nature show concern and readiness to take action in caring for and show interest in exploring improving the environment
income and that there are different types of work
4. to identify public facilities and services provided by the Government 5. to know that people
meet their needs by through exchanging goods and services produced in the local community or imported from other parts of the world
Skills
1. to practise planning one’s use of resources time and money 2. to make effective use of
community services and facilities
Values and attitudes 1. to show concern for
using scarce resources and use them carefully and more efficiently for the betterment of oneself and one’s family
respecting the rights of others
3. to have basic knowledge about the principle of
“one country, two systems” and some basic ideas of the Basic Law 4. to know the importance
of the Basic Law, rules and regulations in the community, and the importance of the Basic Law to the life of residents of the HKSAR (“Hong Kong
residents”) 5. to identify recognise
local and national symbols
6. to identify some know the characteristics of community services and facilities provided by the government 7. to know some significant
and interesting current affairs at local and national levels
Skills
1. to acquire the skills necessary for
participating in a group
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2. to use appropriate verbal and non-verbal ways to express oneself 3. to practise planning in
one’s use of time and money
4. to use the support and advice from adults to make personal decisions related to health issues
Values and attitudes 1. to treasure life and make
efforts to preserve health 2. to be positive towards in achieving a healthy living and eating habits balanced lifestyle in diet, physical exercise, work and rest
3. to accept changes that occur as one grows and individual differences in growth and development
4. to treasure harmonious relationships with family members, peers and others around
Values and attitudes
1. to develop a concern for the changes and development of the local community and the our country
2. to appreciate the contributions made by people in the past to the local community, country and nation 3. to develop a sense of
belonging to the local community, country and nation
4. to appreciate and respect the wide range of human experiences and perspectives
Values and attitudes 1. to develop an
appreciation for respect the long history and appreciate the unique features of the Chinese culture and an interest to find out more and values
2. to appreciate local heritage and the importance of conservation of these cultural heritages 2. to be aware of and identify
with Chinese culture 3. to appreciate that old and
new as well as different cultures co-exist in the local community 4. to respect the living
patterns and cultural activities of people of different cultures,al groups traditions, religions, customs, values and ways of life
2. to appreciate the efforts and contributions of people who work to meet our needs and maintain a harmonious community
2. to identify behaviours that one should practise in order to be a responsible and participative citizens 3. to observe and exercise
one’s rights and responsibilities appropriately and make good use of community services and facilities
Values and attitudes 1. to show respect for the
rights of others 2. to develop virtues, e.g.
honesty, integrity and a sense of local and national identities 3. to appreciate the need
for fair rules and regulations and be willing to observe rules and regulations them
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PSHE LEARNING OBJECTIVES -- KEY STAGE TWO
Strand 1 Strand 2 Strand 3 Strand 4 Strand 5 Strand 6
Personal & Social Development
Self-esteem
Self-management
Healthy lifestyles
Human relationships
Sexuality issues
Time, Continuity & Change
Time and chronology
Understanding the past
Cause and effect
Change and continuity
Historical Significance
Historical interpretations
Culture & Heritage
Foundations and characteristics of culture
Customs and traditions
Challenges, conflicts and repercussions in of the modern world
Cultural globalization, diversity & interaction
Place & Environment
Natural & human features of a place
Nature of places and environments
Spatial association and interaction
Patterns and processes
People-environment interrelationships
Conservation and sustainable development
Resources & Economic Activities
Use of resources
Production and consumption
People and work
Exchange
Role of government in an economy
Interdependence of economies
Social Systems &
Citizenship
Rights, responsibilities and social virtues values
Social norms, rules and law
Local, national and global identities
Social system, political system and interaction
Knowledge and understanding 1. to know the physical
and emotional changes which occur at puberty and the ways to cope with these changes 2. to know the factors affecting one’s health and safety, and ways to maintain health and manage risks the destructive impacts of drug abuse to health, family and society 3. to know ways of reducing
risks and maintaining health at personal and community levels
Knowledge and understanding 1. to identify the causes
and impacts of continuity and change in different aspects of the local community 2. to understand that
significant historical figures, events and viewpoints have influenced our nation in different periods of time
3. to understand the inter-relationship between change and continuity in major interdependence of
Knowledge and understanding 1. to understand the
importance of harmony among members in different communities 2. to understand the major
characteristics of ancient Chinese civilization and the uniqueness of Chinese culture 3. to understand the
influences of Chinese culture and other cultures on the life of the local community 4. to understand the ways
adopted by individuals and groups to pass on
Knowledge and understanding 1. to know that describe
and explain the different natural physical and human processes shape the characteristics of a different places 2. to be aware of recognise
the patterns (e.g.
climatic zones) and networks that have emerged in the major regions of the world created by individual physical and human features
Knowledge and understanding 1. to understand that the
use of scarce resources involves choice and cost
2. to know the ways of making rational consumer decisions
3. to know the factors affecting production and consumption in Hong Kong the local community 4. to understand the
measures taken by the Government in promoting economic development
Knowledge and understanding 1. to identify the norms
within the groups that one is engaged with, and to understand the important effects these norms exert in our daily life
1. to know the constitutional background and development of the Basic Law and to have basic understanding of the relationship between the Central Authorities and the HKSAR
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4. to understand one’s own needs, aspirations and strengths and the ways to address one’s weaknesses
4. to understand different types of relationships in the family and other social groups
5. to be aware that a person’s actions may have positive or negative consequences on oneself and others
Skills
1. to be able to manage one’s health as well as physical and emotional changes at puberty, and practise a healthy lifestyle 2. to master the skills of
rejecting and saying
“NO” to temptations of unhealthy behaviours 3. to communicate one’s
anxieties, excitements and queries with family members, peers and other adults where appropriate, seek help from the elderly and professionals when necessary
different parts of the world through the study of significant historical developments events
Skills
1. to use chronological terms (including years, decades, centuries, generations and millennia) correctly 2. to collect and use
historical information 3. to identify different
points of viewpoints
Values and attitudes 1. to have an open mind
and an objective attitude towards different views 2. to develop a sense of
responsibility to the local community, the home our country and nation through the understanding of national history
and sustain their culture and heritage 4. to know the ways that
people of different cultures interact in the global system and how such interaction has developed over time
Skills
1. to analyse the impact of different cultures on family, school and society 2. to identify and make
use of different sources of information for finding out the major characteristics of ancient Chinese culture and those of others 3. to develop extensive
reading skills for the understanding of the main virtues major features of Chinese culture
Values and attitudes 1. to be open-minded
towards cultural interaction
3. to understand how human beings people are affected by the natural environment and how they react to the limitations imposed by the natural environment
Skills
1. to draw sketches/maps and other graphical representations based on field observation to display information about places 2. to identify patterns
shown on maps and other graphical representations
Values and attitudes 1. to develop a concern
for major local, national and global
environmental issues and to participate actively in conserving the environment
5. to understand know the interdependence benefits of trade to Hong Kong the local community and different parts of the world in trade
Skills
1. to make rational consumer decisions 2. to distinguish between
fact and opinion in analysing information collected
3. to analyse some economic issues and suggest solutions to the problems
Values and attitudes 1. to have an awareness
that economic decisions of the
individual/family/
community society can affect our lives as well as the environment 2. to appreciate the
contributions made by different sectors to Hong Kong economy
2. to know understand the rights and
responsibilities of an individual and how they are protected by the Basic Law and the local legal system 3. to understand basic
features of the political structure of the HKSAR 4. to understand the
functions of and major services provided by the gGovernment and local social institutions in response to the needs and interests of Hong Kong residents 5. to know the trend of our
country’s global engagement 6. to understand the
importance of harmony among members in different communities around the world
Skills
1. to identify different positions in social develop enquiry skills for the understanding of some community issues and to suggest
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4. to enhance relationships with family members and peers while developing assertiveness skills Values and attitudes 1. to respect and value
life, appreciate the uniqueness of individuals and respect their variations in strengths and weaknesses 2. to reject unhealthy
behaviours and to show commitment in maintaining community health
3. to value one’s own body and accept appreciate individual differences in growth and development and be sensitive to the feelings and concerns of others during puberty 4. to accept responsibility
for one’s own actions sexual feelings and reactions during puberty and show proper attitudes in dealing with them 5. to be sensitive and
empathetic to the feelings and concerns of others
3. to appreciate the historical development of other communities that constitute the cultural profile of the world
1. to appreciate the folklores of different communities and the meaning behind it respect the multi-cultures of the local community 2. to develop a concern for conserving cultural heritage in the local community and our home country nation 3. to develop a sense of
belonging and
responsibility to the local community, our country and nation through the understanding of our cultural heritage 4. to appreciate the
development of technology and its impact on our everyday life existence of different cultures in the world and show acceptance of people of different cultures
2. to participate actively in protecting show concern and readiness to take action in caring for and improving the environment
possible solutions as a basis for developing critical thinking skills, problem-solving skills and creativity
2. to reflect on the balance between conformity to social norms and personal identity 2. to reflect on the balance
between one’s rights and responsibilities in various settings through different channels
Values and attitudes 1. to respect and be willing
to observe the Basic Law, rules and law
2. to develop a concern for the changes and development of the local community and to be willing to contribute to the its collective interests of the community
3. to show concern for the development of our country
4. to be willing to get along harmoniously with others in different communities around the world
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PSHE LEARNING OBJECTIVES -- KEY STAGE THREE
Strand 1 Strand 2 Strand 3 Strand 4 Strand 5 Strand 6
Personal & Social Development
Self-esteem
Self-management
Healthy lifestyles
Human relationships
Sexuality issues
Time, Continuity & Change
Time and chronology
Understanding the past
Cause and effect
Change and continuity
Historical Significance
Historical interpretations
Culture & Heritage
Foundations and characteristics of culture
Customs and traditions
Challenges, conflicts and repercussions in of the modern world
Cultural globalization, diversity & interaction
Place & Environment
Natural & human features of a place
Nature of places and environments
Spatial association and interaction
Patterns and processes
People-environment interrelationships
Conservation and sustainable development
Resources & Economic Activities
Use of resources
Production and consumption
People and work
Exchange
Role of government in an economy
Interdependence of economies
Social Systems &
Citizenship
Rights, responsibilities and social virtues values
Social norms, rules and law
Local, national and global identities
Social system, political system and interaction
Knowledge and understanding 1. to understand the
importance of valuing oneself and others 2. to understand the
importance and strategies of
maintaining a healthy lifestyle and safe and be informed about matters related to health lifestyle in physical, emotional and social aspects
3. to understand articulate the factors influencing affecting one’s development: of sexual attitudes of sexuality,
Knowledge and understanding 1. to understand the
significant key characteristics of major historical periods and patterns of change in local, national and world history 2. to understand the
positive and negative impact of change brought about by why historical events happened, with what impacts in the past and the present, and what changed and what remained unchanged
Knowledge and understanding 1. to understand the
uniqueness of Chinese our culture at the local and national levels in the light of the
developments of other major cultures of the world
2. to understand culture and heritage of major communities in the world and identify different ways of conserving cultural heritage
3. to be aware of the emergence of a ‘global
Knowledge and understanding 1. to know the similarities
and differences among the major
characteristics of explain how different natural and human processes shape the characteristics of different places in the world 2. to understand the
major global patterns and networks in relation to the how the interactions and interconnection of the natural and human processes systems of
Knowledge and understanding 1. to understand how
individuals make use of limited resources to satisfy wants and the costs involved
2. to understand how the Government makes use of scarce limited resources to satisfy our its people’s wants and the cost involved 3. to understand how
productivity and income can be increased 3. to recognize the
contributions of
Knowledge and understanding 1. to deliberate on and
exercise the rights and responsibilities of citizens as well as core social values
2. to understand the purposes and functions of social norms, rules and law
2. to understand the importance of the principle of “one country, two systems”
and the Basic Law to the life of Hong Kong people and to understand recognize the relationship of the National Constitution