2. PDHPE is a vital subject in a child’s early stages of their
lives for many reasons. It teaches them about the health
and wellbeing they need in life as well as challenging them
with physical activity The PDHPE syllabus covers a variety
of areas for the students to learn as they progress in life.
Some topics taught in PDHPE include…

3. THESE 5 SKILLS INCLUDE;
- MOVING
- INTERACTING
- DECISION MAKING
- PROBLEM SOLVING
- COMMUNICATING
THESE SKILLS ARE THE GENERAL HEADINGS OF
WHAT THE STUDENTS WILL LEARN THROUGH
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN THE PLAYGROUND AS WELL
AS IN THE CLASSROOM

4. These 8 strands cover everything that your child needs to
know as they grow into adolescent members of society.
Topics such as changes in the human body, smarter health
choices and also safety at school, on the streets and at
home.

5. Not everything in PDHPE is taught in the
classroom but your children also participate in a
range of different sports and physical activities
including Football, Basketball and Athletics.
Students learn further the importance of teamwork
as well as being physically active