P E R S O N A L D E V E L O P M E N T , H E A LT H A N D P H Y S I C A L E D U C A T I O N

RATIONALE FOR TEACHING PDHPE IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS

PDHPE is concerned with teaching students the knowledge and understanding, skills, values and attitudes that will enable them to lead healthy and fulfilling

lives.

PDHPE encompasses all aspects of an individual’s wellbeing, inclusive of social, mental, physical and spiritual health.

Created by

Gabrielle Hughes

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IMPORTANCE OF PDHPE:

• Encourages an understanding of self and others

• The factors influencing personal health choices

• Living and learning in a safe secure environment

IMPORTANCE OF PDHPE:

• Physical, social, cognitive and emotive growth

• The adoption of an active lifestyle

• Skills that enable action for better health and movement outcomes.

WHAT ARE THE SYLLABUS OUTCOMES?

Subject Matter:

• Active Lifestyle• Dance• Games and Sports• Growth and

Development• Gymnastics• Interpersonal

Relationships• Personal Health Choices• Safe Living

Skills:

• Communicating• Decision Making• Interacting• Moving• Problem Solving

WHY IS TEACHING PDHPE BENEFICIAL?

When individuals are well informed on

health issues and have a sense of control

about the decisions they make, they are

more likely to experience positive

relationships, improved quality of life and

less illness.