The document outlines the goals and importance of a Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) syllabus for primary school students. The syllabus aims to provide students with the knowledge, skills and values to lead healthy, active lives and contribute responsibly to society. It encourages understanding of self and others, lifelong physical activity, informed decision making, motor skill development, and teamwork. The document emphasizes that PDHPE is a fun way for students to learn healthy lifestyle habits as their bodies and minds develop.

2. The aim of the syllabus is to develop in
each student the knowledge and
understanding, skills and values and
attitudes needed to lead a healthy, active
and fulfilling lives. In doing so, the syllabus
will form the basis for students to adopt a
responsible and productive role in society.

3.  Active lifestyle and physical education
 Growth and development – the body,
identity and human sexuality
 Interpersonal relationships – families and
peers, communication and relationships
 Personal healthy choices – nutrition, drug
education, decision making
 Safe living – road safety, personal safety
and safety at home and school.

4. If children are to become active, healthy and responsible
people they need to develop relevant knowledge skills and
values. PDHPE is an important key learning area for students
as it;
 Encourages an understanding and valuing of self and
others
 Promotes lifelong involvement in physical activity
 Emphasises informed decision making leading to effective
and responsible action
 Develops motor skills
 Encourages interpersonal relationships
 Encourages team work and co-operating
 Is a fun and interactive way of learning

5. It can be FUN to lead an active and
healthy lifestyle! As young bodies grow they
need all the GOODNESS they can get from
what we consume and how we move!
Teaching and learning PDHPE in primary
schools is a great place for this to come
into everyday practice.