2. Why PDHPE in school?
PDHPE is one of the most important areas
in the school curriculum as it supports the
development of a student as a whole
person
PDHPE focuses on encouraging students
to make informed decisions related to
health and physical activity and develop
positive attitudes towards a healthy
lifestyle
3. PDHPE in the Primary
Curriculum*
encourages an understanding and valuing of
self and others
promotes physical activity
emphasises informed decision making leading
to effective and responsible action
the development and maintenance of
positive interpersonal relationships
*to name a few, there are more benefits to the curriculum in the PDHPE syllabus, link is on pg. 1.
4. Subject Matter in PDHPE
Active Lifestyle
Dance
Games & Sports
Growth & Development
Gymnastics
Interpersonal Relationships
Personal Health Choices
Safe Living
5. Parents & Students
Activeparticipation of parents and
students in the planning, implementation
and evaluation of programs will assist
exploration of different aspects of health
as they are understood within different
communities and to place teaching and
learning in a context that is meaningful
and valued by students
