1. PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT,
HEALTH,
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Why is PDHPE important in schools?

2. Why is PDHPE important?
PDHPE is an important key learning area within the
primary curriculum as it:
 encourages an understanding and valuing of self and
others
 promotes physical activity
 emphasises informed decision making leading to
effective and responsible action

3. What does PDHPE involve?
PDHPE is essential for students as:
 physical, social, cognitive and emotional growth and development
patterns
 the development and maintenance of positive interpersonal
relationships
 the factors influencing personal health choices
 living and learning in a safe secure environment
 the adoption of an active lifestyle
 fundamental movement patterns and coordinated actions of the
body
 skills that enable action for better health and movement outcomes

4. Subject Matters of PDHPE
Eight strands which are taught include:
1. Growth and Development
2. Games and Skills
3. Gymnastics
4. Dance
5. Active lifestyle
6. Personal Health Choices
7. Safe Living
8. Interpersonal Relationship

5. How will PDHPE benefit students?
PDHPE is a crucial subject that must be taught in school on a
regularly basis. The subject will provide students with the skills and
knowledge which they will use throughout their life time. PDHPE will
benefit students in primary school as it will assist to develop with
mentally, physically, socially, spiritually and emotionally.