PDHPE IS AN IMPORTANT KEY LEARNING AREA IN THE NSW PRIMARY CURRICULUM

FOR MANY REASONS, HERE’S A FEW:PROMOTION OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND A

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE. UNDERSTANDING AND VALUING OF SELF

AND OTHERS. HELPS TO DEVELOP IMPORTANT SKILLS

TO MAKE INFORMED DECISIONS. HELPS TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN

INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS .

Why is PDHPE important to primary education?

Healthy lifestyle choices and physical activityMaking healthy food

choicesMaking active

lifestyle choicesLearning to make

safe choices regarding environments and situations

Improved quality of life

Recognising the benefit of physical activity

Realising own potential and limits

Making physical activity fun, enjoyable and inclusive for all

Learning to work in teams and using fair play

Understanding & valuing of self and others

Happiness and respect

Decision making skills and responsibility

Development and maintenance of interpersonal relationships