Personal Development, Health and Physical Education Curriculum
The PDHPE (Personal Development, Health, and Physical Education) curriculum empowers students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to make informed decisions about their health and well-being. The syllabus covers key areas such as physical activity, mental health, nutrition, relationships, and personal safety. Through engaging lessons and practical experiences, students learn to develop a balanced and healthy lifestyle, making choices that positively impact their physical, emotional, and social well-being.
A core focus of the PDHPE syllabus is fostering self-awareness and resilience in students. The Life Skills To Go program, embedded within the PDHPE syllabus, focuses on enhancing students' self-awareness, emotional regulation, and resilience. Through social-emotional learning (SEL), students are encouraged to understand and manage their emotions, build healthy relationships, and develop empathy. The curriculum also helps students practice stress management techniques, set personal goals, and navigate peer pressure. By integrating SEL into daily activities, students are better equipped to make responsible decisions, communicate effectively, and thrive both emotionally and socially in various situations.
Physical education is also a major component of the PDHPE syllabus, helping students develop their physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Through participation in a variety of physical activities and games, students enhance their motor skills, coordination, and overall fitness levels. The curriculum encourages lifelong participation in physical activity, promoting an understanding of the importance of staying active and the benefits of exercise for mental and physical health.
Each year, students are involved in exciting sports carnivals and events, competing in their allocated houses named after Australian native flowers: Banksia (green), Jacaranda (blue), Waratah (red), and Wattle (yellow). These events foster school spirit and healthy competition, and students are encouraged to show their house pride by dressing in the corresponding house colours during events such as the Swimming Carnival, Cross Country and Athletics Carnival. Through these experiences,
students learn teamwork, resilience, and sportsmanship, contributing to their overall personal development