Personal Development, Health & Physical Education
“Personal Development, Health and Physical Education is in keeping with the Catholic ideals of education of the whole person. Thoughts, sensations, emotions and physical activities all have an influence on each other and on the individual’s growth towards personal maturity. Catholic education aims to mould these elements into a harmonious unity, in the light of human understanding and faith”
Most Reverend P.L. Murphy DD, Chairman, Catholic Education Commission, NSW
Our Lady Queen of Peace's program:
- encourages an understanding and valuing of self and others, and provides opportunities for students to explore and form positive attitudes about themselves and others; to communicate effectively; work co-operatively with others; and to develop and maintain positive relationships
- promotes physical activity and provides regular and frequent opportunities for students to acquire and apply movement skills; enhance their creativity and aesthetic awareness; and develop positive attitudes towards regular physical activity in the pursuit of an active, healthy lifestyle
- emphasises informed decision-making, leading to effective and responsible actions; providing opportunities for students to understand the process of decision-making, practise the skills involved in decision-making and apply those skills and understandings to everyday problems.
Compulsory aspects of PDHPE include a 'Protective Behaviours' program; a weekly physical education and sport lesson; a swimming program; daily fitness; class health lessons; and opportunities for team sport.