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Young people are armed with the facts to keep themselves safe this summer.

Forest Hall pupils replaced traditional lessons with a collapsed timetable day.

The themed days give students an opportunity to learn about topics not covered by the curriculum.

This term, collapsed timetable day saw –

· Year 7 focus on road and pedestrian safety and summer safety with Essex Fire and Rescue Service, as well as completing first aid training. Student Alfie said: “I liked learning first aid, especially doing the bandage as it could help someone.”

· Year 8 focus on road and pedestrian safety and summer safety with Essex Fire and Rescue Service, as well as learning more about alcohol and drugs. Student Jake said: “I enjoyed the assemblies on water, road and summer safety as they were informative.”

· Year 9 work with Impressionable Minds to learn about gangs and weapons, drugs and alcohol, and emotional wellbeing. Student Eva said: “I liked the sessions as they were interactive and interesting.”

· Year 10 focus on safer choices, covering social skills for life by the RAP Foundation; gambling, online gaming and mental health by EPIC Risk Management; and antibullying and anti-violence with Stand Against Violence. Student Jack said: “I liked the true stories as they were interesting. I enjoyed the session on gambling the most.”

Linda McCormack, PSHCE lead, said: “It is important that students engage in collapsed timetable day as it covers essential PSHE topics. It gives students experiences they wouldn’t usually have in a normal school day, like learning first aid and assemblies from Essex Fire and Rescue Service.”