A fully resourced Yr8 PSHE lesson introducing a unit on gender equality, respect and safeguarding, designed in line with updated RSHE expectations (2026).

This lesson provides a clear foundation in key concepts including gender equality, stereotypes, misogyny and misandry, while also introducing students to how these issues relate to respectful relationships and behaviour.

Pupils complete a baseline knowledge check and self‑assessment, allowing them to reflect on their understanding and confidence at the beginning of the module. This assessment can be revisited at the end of the unit to demonstrate clear student progress.

The lesson explores how gender inequality exists in modern society, including reference to protected characteristics under UK law, helping pupils understand why equality and respect are important in school and wider life.

• Includes assessment sheet (baseline + end-point) to demonstrate progress
• Supports delivery of statutory RSHE content, including equality and respectful relationships
• Designed to address gender-based stereotypes and discrimination in a safe, structured way
• Suitable for KS3–KS4 PSHE / RSHE lessons
  Designed to fill a full lesson, this resource works as the introduction to a wider module on gender, respect and online harm.