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Keeping Ourselves Safe - Te Awa

Louise Hayes - June 20, 2022

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As mentioned earlier this term Te Awa will be teaching the Keeping Ourselves Safe Programme. Read below for an overview of what we will be teaching.

This programme is created by NZ Police. For a full overview of lessons please see the links at the bottom of this article. We have attached an overview that shows what each sections will cover.

Students are learning to:

KOS primary programme overview – junior primary Focus area Learning experiences Learning intentions – Students are learning to: 

1. I am Unique

1- Who we are

  • describe where they live
  • identify two things that make them special 
  • explain what to do if they get lost 
  • understand what personal information shouldn’t be shared online

2- How we feel

  • identify their feelings in words 
  • explain when they feel safe and unsafe

2. My body is my own

1 - Physically me

  • use the correct names for body parts 
  • say that their body is their own 
  • understand what consent means.

2 - Touch 

  • describe whether a touch is one they like, one they don’t like, or one that is confusing 
  • identify how different types of touch make them feel. 

3. Unwanted behaviour or touch 

1- Saying "No"

  • say “no” to touch, behaviour, or words that worry or confuse them 
  • move away from a frightening situation and seek help.

2- Secrets and Tricks

  • identify the difference between good secrets and bad secrets 
  • identify the adults they trust about bad secrets 
  • explain safe practices for trick situations, including online.

4. Adults who help 

1- Asking people we trust for help

  • keep themselves safe in different situations 
  • understand family safety rules 
  • stay safe online. 

2. Safety rules 

  • identify people they trust 
  • ask for help when they need it 
  • go on asking until someone does something to help


Parents Information

Lesson informatio

If you have any questions please contact l.hayes@woodend.school.nz or if you do not wish for your students to be part of the programme please email a.simpson@woodend.school.nz before Friday 24th of June