The document discusses the importance of teaching Physical Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) in primary schools. PDHPE benefits students physically, socially, emotionally and academically by promoting physical activity, healthy lifestyles, and positive attitudes. It also supports students' personal growth and development. The conclusion emphasizes that both teachers and parents have important roles in helping children understand PDHPE and making healthy choices.

1. PDHPE
WORKING TOWARDS A MORE ACTIVE AND HEALTHY
LIFESTYLE.
Justification on the importance of PDHPE
Miss Shene Parker Yr. 6

2. The importance of teaching PDHPE in
primary schools.
• It is suggested that regular participation in physical activity can
improve a students’ learning abilities and increase health benefits
(NSW, Department of Education and Communities, 2011).
• PDHPE benefits students physically, socially, emotionally and
academically.
• Promotes a healthier lifestyle
• Develops positive attitudes
Reference
• NSW Department of Education and Communities. (n.d.). PDHPE
home page. Retrieved May 12, 2014, from
http://www.curriculumsupport.education.nsw.gov.au/secondary/pd
hpe/

3. WHAT DOES PDHPE
FOCUS ON?
• Not only does PDHPE focus on the physical side of
education but it also focuses on a child’s development.
• Offers support in areas such as personal growth and
development.
• Through PDHPE children are able to increase their
confidence to tackle any challenges and manage changes
to their body

4. HOW CAN WE CREATE
AWARENESS?
• Informing parents as well as staff about the benefits of
physical activity.
• Fitness should be referred to in the correct way (follow
the school’s policies)
• Teach about fundamental movement skills at the
appropriate age levels

5. • This involves students
learning and developing an
understanding of their own
physical, social, cognitive and
emotional development.
• All of this can be achieved
through the assistance of
PDHPE classes. Whether it be
through practical or theory
lessons.
GROWTH AND
DEVELOPMENT

6. CONCLUSION
Overall, whether you’re a teacher or parent you play an
important role to help children understand the importance
of physical education and wellbeing.
PDHPE enables students to take action for their own
personal health choices, whether it be hygiene, nutrition,
consumerism or daily choices that may impact them in the
future.
PDHPE IS IMPORTANT IN
SCHOOLS AND AT HOME!!!