Welcome to Independence,
PSHE teaching resources for Schools, Colleges, & Libraries
Welcome to Independence,
34 YEARS EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE
IN PRINT AND ONLINE
EXPERT CONTRIBUTORS
TRUSTED RESOURCES
PSHE Teaching Resources
We are dedicated to providing teachers and librarians with the tools they need to confidently engage students in important conversations about today's most pressing social issues. Our expertly crafted educational resources are designed to help you navigate the challenges of teaching Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE), offering practical solutions that support students' emotional development and overall wellbeing.
Latest Titles
Vol. 446 Body Image & Self-Esteem
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Vol. 447 Challenging Racism
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Vol. 448 Cost-of-Living Crisis
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Vol. 449 Sexual Health & STIs
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Vol. 450 Anti-Bullying
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Vol. 451 Protecting Our Privacy
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Key Stage 3 & 4 Resources
Issues and Issues Online are designed to align with the Key Stage 3 and 4 RSE curriculum and PSHE guidance. These resources are ideal for students aged 11 and up, with in-depth research, interactive activities, and discussion points that make it easy to integrate these important subjects into your lessons.
You'll have everything you need to create a supportive learning environment where students feel empowered to share, reflect, and grow.
Supporting Student Wellbeing & Emotional Development
We believe that education should not only teach knowledge and skills but enhance students’ emotional development and wellbeing. Our materials are designed to foster emotional resilience, promote self-awareness, cultivate critical thinking, and encourage respectful dialogue—helping young people navigate the complexities of modern life with confidence and empathy.
PSHE Teaching Resources
Our range of publications tackle contemporary social issues that resonate with young people, from physical and mental health, drugs and alcohol, crime and justice, rights and discrimination, to environmental and global issues, as well as online safety and citizenship. We ensure you are equipped with up-to-date information that helps foster understanding and empathy in your classroom or library.
Written with teenagers in mind, our resources are designed to be engaging and accessible for all students, ensuring complex issues are presented in a way that sparks curiosity and promotes thoughtful discussion.
Teaching sensitive topics can be challenging. Our resources are created to give you confidence in addressing complex subjects, making it easier to guide students through conversations about subjects like identity, sexual health, wellbeing, as well as their role in society.
Reviews
"Issues has a comprehensive coverage of relevant topics to my students, unbiased and well researched - these are my go to books. I can’t wait for the new titles – they are exactly what is needed to support our wellbeing and British Values topics."
by Katie Butler, West Kent and Ashford College
"The Access to Higher Education lecturers and students are huge fans of the Issues books, they're a great resource to support their studies. As the e-resource LRC Advisor, I particularly like the online content and the way I can link the resources to online portals and support the tutor with hot topics and current news to help with their tutorials. Great resource!"
by Vicky, Ashford College
"I know there is quite a large group here studying current affairs and they all just love it!"
by Wendy, Ramsey Grammar School
Blog posts
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How do we help teenagers navigate life online?
With smart phones in our pockets, gadgets on our wrists, our cars, front doorbells, and even in our living rooms, our connection to the digital world is always on. From...
How do we help teenagers navigate life online?
With smart phones in our pockets, gadgets on our wrists, our cars, front doorbells, and even in our living rooms, our connection to the digital world is always on. From...
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New Issues Titles for Spring 2025
Spring is now in full swing and we're excited to share our latest books for Spring 2025. This term we learn what it means to be an active citizen, tools...
New Issues Titles for Spring 2025
Spring is now in full swing and we're excited to share our latest books for Spring 2025. This term we learn what it means to be an active citizen, tools...
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International Women's Day 2025
'To all the strong women – past, present, and future – thank you.' This International Women's Day, Editor Danielle Lobban pays tribute to her mum, the woman who inspires her the most
International Women's Day 2025
'To all the strong women – past, present, and future – thank you.' This International Women's Day, Editor Danielle Lobban pays tribute to her mum, the woman who inspires her the most
