2. Rationale
PDHPE must be a learning component through a child’s
schooling as it advocates:
 Safe and healthy living
Building and understanding one personal identity
The development of value and belief systems and life
long skills

3. Why is PDHPE important?
As outlined in the syllabus, they key learning outcomes
specific to each developmental stage throughout
Primary years ensure that a child is equipped with the
correct knowledge in order to value themselves and
others, to establish a good sense of self, good social
skills and to fully understand the benefits of making
informed decisions and in having a healthy and active
lifestyle.

4. Benefits Of Teaching
PDHPE
in Primary SchoolsPDHPE assists in:
Motor and fine motor skill development
Physical development
Social and emotional development
Cognitive development
Decision making skills
Adopting an active lifestyle
Living and learning in a safe and secure environment

5. Summary
PDHPE is a way in which students are able to gain
positive outcomes from both theoretical content and
physical activity combined, through encouragement to
strive for a desired result and a series of activities which
challenge and develop their physical, mental and social
boundaries.