2. As one of the six key learning areas in
the NSW primary curriculum it :
Encourages an understanding and valuing of self
and others
Promotes physical activity
Emphasises informed decision making leading to
effective and responsible action
3. Skills students learn in our pdhpe
lessons
Communication
Decision – making
Interacting
Moving
Problem –solving
These skills are essential for physical, social,
cognitive and emotional development and
growth in a child’s early years.
4. 30 MINS A DAY!
Our PDHPE program teaches students that physical
activity like Games and Sports can lead to a better
lifestyle. There are 7 extra strands that are
interrelated with games and sports that reinforce
the concept of a healthy lifestyle
Active Lifestyle
Dance
Growth and Development
Gymnastics
Interpersonal Relationships
Personal Health Choices
Safe Living
5. TEACHERS AS ROLE MODELS
Teachers are
responsible for
educating students
about fitness,
nutrition, health and
lifestyle...
...By setting good
examples, being
positive and
HAVING FUN!
6. WE WANT STUDENTS TO ENJOY
THEIR TIME AT SCHOOL
ALL students deserve to believe in themselves –
why not inspire this?
ALL students have the ability to learn and achieve
– why not encourage this?
ALL students should be valued and to encouraged
to succeed– why not allow this?
PDHPE teaches students life skills to BELIEVE,
ACHIEVE and SUCCEED!
PDHPE is ... FUN!
7. REFERENCES
Personal Develomemnt, Health and Pyhsical
Education K-6, Board of Studies, New South
Wales; pages 5-11
