3. Syllabus
According to the NSW Board of Studies Syllabus,
PDHPE:
• Encourages an understanding and valuing of self
and others
• Promotes physical activity
• Emphasises informed decision making leading to
effective and responsible action
4. Rationale
PDHPE allows students to be active at school and
promote a healthy lifestyle. It is vital for all students to
participate in physical activity to learn how to play with
other children fairly. There are events and activities
available for all students of any ability, age and
experience.
Without PDHPE, concerns such as interpersonal
relationships, health choices, safe environments, active
lifestyles and actions of the body cannot be addressed.
5. Importance of PDHPE in
Primary education
PDHPE is highly important for students to
cooperate with others and develop motor skills. It
is beneficial for children to participate in physical
activity on a regular basis to maintain good health.
It allows students to be familiar with physical
activity from an early age which is extremely useful
later in life. Adults should encourage children to be
active and be positive role models.
