Why should PDHPE be taught in Primary Schools?

The implementation of PDHPE in Primary curriculum has the potential to contribute to improved and ongoing quality of life for all individuals within the community!

PDHPE is an important key learning area within the primary curriculum

because…

• It encourages an understanding and valuing of self and others

• Promotes physical activity

• Emphasises informed decision making leading to effective and responsible action

The Aim of PDHPE:

To develop in each student the knowledge and understanding, skills and values and attitudes

needed to lead healthy, active and fulfilling lives.

This is achieved through specific content and learning experiences.

What skills are we teaching our students?

• Problem-solving

• Moving

• Communicating

• Interacting

• Decision-making

Values and Attitudes Outcomes in PDHPE Curriculum

V1- refers to a sense of their own worth and dignity

V2- Respects the right of others to hold different values and attitudes from their own

V3- Enjoys a sense of belonging

V4- Increasingly accepts responsibility for personal and community health

V5- Willingly participates in regular physical activity

V6- Commits to realising their full potential