2. Why Teach PDHPE?
PDHPE stands for Personal Development, Health
and Physical Education. It is one of the key learning
areas covered in the K-6 syllabus.
For a healthy lifestyle to occur, it is essential that an
individual learns about the importance of healthy
eating. As a result, they are able to make informed
and more positive decisions about their health.
3. Why Teach PDHPE?
Through healthy eating and physical activity, an
individuals wellbeing and quality of life will be
enhanced.
Students are encouraged to understand how decisions
are made and how priorities are established.
4. Why Teach PDHPE?
Students learning is enhanced by an understanding
that health is the responsibility of all parts of society.
An individuals healthy lifestyle may be affected by
the social and cultural context in which they live.
PDHPE programs are important in the development
of students’ knowledge, understanding and practical
skills that ultimately lead to better health for all now
and in the future.
5. Why Teach PDHPE?
PDHPE promotes important skills such as:
Communication Skills
Decision-Making Skills
Interacting Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Moving/Physical Skills
Developmental Skills
