Personal Development, Health and Physical Education

Personal development, health and physical education (PDHPE) is mandatory in Years 7 - 10.

Our staff:

Ms Amanda Peard (Head Teacher)

Ms Emily Carr

Mr Jase Freshwater

Ms Amy Helm

Mr Alan Kent

Ms K Lynch-Brown

Mr Garry Moore (Sports Organiser - carnivals / knockouts)

Mr Matt Sperring (Thursday Sport Organiser)

Mr Damien Warwick

Textbooks or resources required:

Sports uniform is required for the practical components of the course.

Annual Faculty Events:

Swimming Carnival

Athletics Carnival

Cross Country Carnival

Port Hacking Zone Grade Sport Competition

Zone Gala Days

State Knockouts

Sutherland Dance Festival

Ultimo Dance Festival

School Spectacular

Dance Showcase Evening

Year 11 Ski Trip

According to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA), students are expected to participate in PDHPE for 300 hours per year in Years 7 to 10.

PDHPE provides students with opportunities to explore issues that are likely to impact on the health, safety and wellbeing of themselves and others – now and in the future. Students also participate in challenging and enjoyable physical activity, improving their capacity to move with skill and confidence.

In Year 11 and 12, courses available include:

• Community and Family Studies
• Exploring Early Childhood
• Personal Development, Health and Physical Education
• Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation Studies.