Crime, gangs and law PSHE lesson bundle KS3 KS4

Lessons:
• Knife Crime and Safety
• Causes of Knife Crime
• County Lines – What is It?
• County Lines – Who is at Risk?
• Avoiding Gangs & Criminal Behaviour
• Illegal Online Behaviours (Drugs and Knife Supply)
• Prisons, Reform & Punishment

What students will learn:
This unit raises awareness of crime and safety issues that affect young people today. Students will learn about knife crime, gangs, and county lines, considering why young people are drawn into risky behaviours and how to avoid exploitation.
They’ll also explore the justice system, including prisons and reform. By the end, students will understand the dangers of criminal involvement, how to make safer choices, and what support is available in their communities.