1. P D H P E
“Personal Development,
Health & Physical
Education”
Why is PDHPE so
important for
primary school
students?

2. PDHPE encourages students to live healthy and active
lives by providing them with the essential knowledge,
understanding, values, attitudes and skills to do so.
PDHPE teaches important skills to the students which
they can use effectively throughout the rest of their
lives including;
Communicating Moving Decision-making
Problem-solving Interacting

3. Why is PDHPE so important?
PDHPE assists students in developing and maintaining
positive interpersonal relationships
PDHPE promotes physical activity – which in turn promotes
healthy living and lifestyle
PDHPE encourages students to value and appreciate
themselves as well as others
PDHPE provides an understanding of health issues in order to
make informed decisions

4. Students will develop skills in a number of
different areas including…
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Growth & Development
- Game & Sports
- Gymnastics & Dance
- Safe Living
- Active Lifestyle
- Personal Health Choices

5. Allows children to develop decision-making skills
motor skills, & co-ordination
Encourages children to understand their bodies and
the need to make the right choices regarding food
consumption
Equips students with essential communication &
social skills