1. Pdhpe rationale
Physical Development, Health and Physical
Education encourages students to lead healthy
lifestyles and make decisions for responsible
action.

2. PDHPE is needed in the school
curriculum as the syllabus
supports the development of the
student as a whole person.
Why do we need pdhpe?

3. PDHPE promotes and teaches;
An active lifestyle
Interpersonal relationships
Personal health choices
Growth and development
Decision making
PDHPE is important

4. Important skills like communication, interaction
and problem solving.
The PDHPE syllabus also encourages personal
health as well as community health
Students also learn ..

5. PDHPE teaches students many things that
allows them to make responsible decisions in
order to lead a healthy lifestyle.