The document outlines the rationale for teaching Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) in primary schools. PDHPE aims to enhance students' skills, values, attitudes, knowledge and understanding to lead healthy, active lives. It emphasizes decision making and understanding of self and others. The curriculum covers interpersonal relationships, growth, games, gymnastics, dance, active lifestyle, health choices and safe living. Students develop moving, communicating, interacting, problem solving and decision making skills. They learn values of self-worth, respect for others, sense of belonging, responsibility, participation, and commitment to potential.