PDHPE is one of the core subjects taught in primary schools alongside English, Maths, Science, HSIE and Arts. It aims to develop students' understanding of healthy living and lifelong skills like decision making, communication, and problem solving through physical education and addressing personal and community issues. The strands cover topics like relationships, growth and development, health choices, lifestyle, dance, gymnastics, games and sports, and teach skills and knowledge related to personal and social health and physical activity.