1. Rationale for teaching PDHPE in Primary Schools
PDHPE is an important key learning area in 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

2. The Aim of PDHPE
Teaching PDHPE aims to help students
develop the knowledge and
understanding, skills, values and attitudes
needed to lead healthy, active and
fulfilling lives.

3. The subject areas covered in PDHPE
 Growth and Development
 Interpersonal Relationships
 Personal Health Choices
 Safe Living
 Active Lifestyle
 Games and Sports
 Dance
 Gymnastics

4. The skills developed in PDHPE
 Moving
 Problem-solving
 Communicating
 Interacting
 Decision-making

5. The Values and Attitudes developed in PDHPE
The student
V1 refers to sense of own worth and dignity
V2 respects rights of others
V3 enjoys a sense of belonging
V4 accepts responsibility for personal and community
health
V5 participates in regular physical activity
V6 commits to realising their full potential