2. WHY PDHPE?
PDHPE is critical in primary school education
as it supports children’s development of
various skills that are essential in the
foundation for a healthy, productive, joyful
and satisfying life!

3. PDHPE CAN EMPOWER STUDENTS TO…
 Maintain and develop positive relationships.
 Develop an active and healthy lifestyles'.
 Understand and value oneself and others.
 Make informed decisions.
 Gain self-confidence and self-acceptance.

4. THE BENEFIT OF PE FOR CHILDREN
Physical Education encourages children to
maintain participation in physical activity for life!
Physical Education helps to facilitate healthy
growth and development of children’s bodies.

5.  Ultimately, PDHPE is an important subject to teach
within the primary curriculum, as it teaches children
to lead healthy and active lifestyles. This lifestyle is
crucial for children as it allows them to achieve and
maintain mental, physical and social wellbeing,
even throughout their adult years!