PDHPE RATIONALE: The Importance of Primary Education

PDHPE RATIONALE

The Importance of Primary Education in SchoolsMiss Sade Demir 5B According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, over 1 in 5 (23%) children aged 5-14 were overweight or obese in 2007-08. According to World Health Organisation, globally, in 2010 the number of overweight children under the age of five, is estimated to be over 42 million.About 1 in 25 (3.8%) students aged 1214 were smokers, according to the 2008 Australian Secondary School Students Alcohol and Drugs Survey.According to World Health Organisation, children and youth aged 517 should accumulate at least 60 minutes of moderate- to vigorous-intensity physical activity daily.Obesity and insufficient physical activity is increasing at an alarming rate, which may develop non-communicable diseases like diabetes and cardiovascular diseases at a younger age.Statistics to keep in mindThese statistics highlight the importance and necessity of PDHPE education in order to prevent obesity and diseases and increase physical activity and a healthy diet within children.Consequently, children at a young age must gain an understanding and awareness of personal development, health and physical education in schools. Within schools, PDHPE teaches health priorities, in relation to drug education, fitness and physical activity, child protection and nutrition. Benefits of PDHPE! PDHPE not only focuses on physical education, however, on the personal development and health of your child.It improves your childs wellbeing and physical, social, mental and spiritual health.PDHPE provides the knowledge and strategies when experiencing bullying, racism, family and peer problems/pressure. PDHPE provides your child with the knowledge, values and attitudes and skills that enables one to lead healthy, active and enjoyable lives. PDHPE is essential in your childs learning!4PDHPE education is an important part of your childs life.It teaches skills such as moving, problem-solving, communicating, interacting and decision-making.PDHPE focuses on factors of growth and development, games and sport, gymnastics, dance, active lifestyle, personal health choices, safe living and interpersonal relationships. In which, these skills and strands increase awareness and responsibility, emphasise informed decision making/action and encourages an understanding and valuing of self and to others.

The role of PDHPE!It is essential to have combined support of the school, teachers and parents to achieve the best for your child. Teachers will gain an insight of different perspectives and decisions to be effectively implemented in teaching/learning. Parents will also utilize this by working to actively support their childs learning outside the school environment.Through working together in a diverse, supportive environment, it is more likely for your child to develop positive behaviours and attitudes towards a healthy and safe living. We need to work together!