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Why is PDHPE important?
As children grow and develop they become increasingly aware of the importance of leading a healthy
lifestyle. PDHPE teaches children how to make healthy lifestyle
choices that ultimately help them experience positive relationships, improved quality of life and less
illness.
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Through helping students identify and promote the principles of diversity, social
justice and supportive environments, PDHPE equips communities to encourage
better health for all.
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PDHPE is an essential learning area within the primary
curriculum as it:
“Encourages an understanding and valuing of self and
others.”
“Promotes physical activity.”
“Emphasizes informed decision making leading to
effective and responsible action.”
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PDHPE is primarily concerned with:
“The development and maintenance of
positive interpersonal relationships.”
“Students physical, social, cognitive and emotional growth and development
patterns.”
“The factors influencing
personal health choices.”
“Living and learning in a safe secure
environment.”
“The adoption of an active lifestyle.”
“Fundamental movement patterns
and coordinated actions of the body.”
“Skills that enable action for better
health and movement outcomes.”
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PDHPE aims to develop each students knowledge and
understanding, skills and values and attitudes needed to lead
healthy, active and fulfilling lives. By doing so students are
encouraged to adopt a responsible and productive role in society.
Sources: Board of Studies, New South Wales. Primary Syllabus K-6, Personal Development, Health and Physical Education.