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Rational for teaching PDHPE in schools
In today’s ever changing society there is an increasing awareness of the importance of
healthy lifestyles.
Health does not only effect children but adults as well, so it is important that concepts of personal development, health and physical education are taught in Primary Schools in order to encourage healthy lifestyles into
adulthood.
Why is it important to teach PDHPE?
Teaching PDHPE is important because it:
• Encourages an understanding and valuing of self and others.
• Promotes physical activity.
• Emphasises informed decision making leading to effective and
responsible action.
Aims of teaching PDHPE
Teaching of PDHPE in New South Wales schools aims to develop in each student the knowledge and understanding, skills and values and attitudes needed to lead
healthy, active and fulfilling lives.
What is Needed for Healthy Living?
Knowledge and understanding of:
Interpersonal Relationships:
-Relationships-Family-Communication-Peers-Groups
Growth & Development:
-Personal Identity-The Body-Sexuality-Changes-Values
Personal Health Choices:-Decision making-Nutrition-Health Services-Drugs-Environmental Health-Prevention
Safe Living:
-Personal Safety-Home/Rural Safety-School/Play Safety-Road Safety-Water Safety-Emergency Procedures
Games & Sports:
-Non-locomotor skills-Locomotor skills-Manipulative skills-Games-Athletics-Aquatics-Playing
Active Lifestyle:
-Being Active-Effects of Physical Activity
Gymnastics:
-Locomotor and non-locomotor skills-Elements of movement-Composition
Dance:
-Locomotor/non-locomotor skills-Elements of dance-CompositionDance styles
The teaching of PDHPE in the primary years will foster positive attitudes towards good health, empowering children to take an active role in
developing and maintaining a healthy life style.