2. PDHPE
• Is one of the six key learning areas in the New
South Wales Primary Schools curriculum.
• PDHPE aims to develop student’s knowledge,
understanding, skills, values and attitudes
required to lead a healthy, active and fulfilling
lifestyle.
3. Why Is PDHPE Important?
• PDHPE promotes understanding and valuing of self and
others.
• Encourages and promotes physical activity.
• Emphasises informed decision making which leads to
effective and responsible action.
4. What Skills Are Developed
Through PDHPE?
•Communicating
•Decision Making
•Interacting
•Moving
•Problem Solving
5. Is PDHPE ONLY About
Playing Sport?
Not at all! As mentioned earlier, PDHPE focuses on different aspects
of fulfilling a healthy lifestyle such as:
• Active Lifestyle
• Dance
• Gymnastics
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Personal Health Choices
• Safe Living
