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