PDHPE

Its just fun, isnt it?

Rationale
PDHPE covers a broad range of health areas such as wellbeing, inclusive
of social, mental, physical and spiritual health (Board of Studies NSW, 2007, p.6). These are the foundation of an individuals good health.

Credible research argues that the social, physical, emotional and intellectual
benefits PDHPE when imbedded into our primary school curriculum, extends more than physical and mental benefits . This extends to all other curriculm areas being Mathematics, English, HSIE, and Science.

What is Personal Development and Health?

Intrapersonal Relationships

encourages an understanding and valuing of self and others Building a positive image of themselves and others the development and maintenance of positive interpersonal relationships emphasises informed decision making leading to effective and responsible action There is no such thing as good and bad food. It is all about CHOICES. Water safety Road safety Child protection

Personal Health Choices

Safe Living

What is Physical Education?

promotes physical activity and an active lifestyle- Health professionals
stress the importance of an active lifestyle for both short and long term benefits on physical and mental wellbeing;

Includes dance, games and Sports, Gymnastics; Teaches fundamental movement patterns and coordinated actions of
the body;

Encourages skills that enable action for better health and movement
outcomes.

PDHPE Assists in Building life Skills

Communicating: It is important students are able to communicate their needs and wants,
problem solve, listen and respond, negotiate and so on in a variety of situations. responsibility and so on.

Decision Making: students need to make informed decisions, healthy lifestyle choices, take Interacting: working collaboratively, positive contributions, maintaining relationships Moving: basic skills such as throwing, catching, running. Problem Solving: using a variety of strategies, researching, gathering information,
observing

Did you know?

People who do regular activity have a lower risk of may chronic diseases, such as:
heart disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke and some cancers . For kids it is generally recommended to spend at least 20 minutes a day on physical activity in order to reduce many life style diseases such as:
Obesity Mental health

References
Board of Studies, NSW. (2007). Personal Development, Health and Physical
Education k-6 Syllabus. Sydney. Australia.