Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE)
Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) is a mandatory Key Learning Area for all students from Kindergarten to Year 10 in New South Wales. In Years 7 to 10, students complete 300 hours of PDHPE as required by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA).
PDHPE equips students with the knowledge, understanding, skills, and values needed to make informed decisions that enhance their health, safety, wellbeing, and physical activity. Students explore contemporary health issues relevant to themselves and their communities while engaging in challenging and enjoyable physical activities that build movement competence, teamwork, and confidence.
Faculty Vision
At our school, the PDHPE faculty is committed to delivering a learning experience that promotes personal growth, resilience, and lifelong wellbeing. Our teaching programs aim to:
- Enhance personal health, mental wellbeing, and resilience
- Promote the enjoyment and benefits of an active, healthy lifestyle
- Develop students’ movement potential through participation in physical activity
- Build skills in critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving
- Encourage students to become informed, ethical, and active citizens
Faculty Strengths and Achievements
- A highly experienced team with diverse coaching qualifications across a wide range of sports
- Ongoing professional learning focused on evidence-based, inclusive teaching practices
- A strong commitment to student wellbeing, engagement, and achievement
Sporting Opportunities
Our students have access to a broad range of competitive and representative sporting events, including:
- NSW Netball Cup
- Boys’ and Girls’ Rugby League Tournaments
- Flag Gridiron
- Handball State Championships
- NSW OzTag Championships
- Futsal Regional Cup
- Wanderers Cup
- Mt Druitt Zone Sporting Trials
- Sydney West Representative Team Selections
Stage 4 and 5 (Year 7-10)
- Personal Development, Health and Physical Education
- Sport
- Physical Activity and Sports Studies (PASS)
- Dance
- Child Studies
- Kickstart Program
- Talent Identification Program (TIPS)
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