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Why teaching PDHPE in Primary ?Schools

Why is PDHPE a necessary KLA in Primary schools? Because it is an essential life skill. Students

who are able to draw on knowledge, skills, values and understandings about PDHPE should be able to interact effectively with all areas of the curriculum. learn, practice and refine their skills, knowledge and values thus providing a solid foundation for further education and effective participation in society.

It will provide opportunities for students to

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Why is PDHPE a necessary KLA in Primary schools? (Con.) PDHPE is directly concerned with
supporting the development of the student as a whole person. Its implementation has the potential to contribute to improved and on going quality of life for all individuals within the community NSW PDHP K-6 p.5

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PDHPE Promotes physical activity

As it can contribute to quality of life and be an

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PDHPE Helps understanding and valuing self and others

Students will understand and value

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themselves as both individuals and members of groups. This will make them exercise more control over their own lives.

PDHPE Improve decision making leading to effective and responsible action

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SO PDHPE HELPS TO CREATE A HEALTHY BALANCE

The most important reason IT IS

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