K–6Personal Development, Health and Physical Education K–6 Syllabus (2024)
The new Personal Development, Health and Physical Education K–6 Syllabus (2024) is to be implemented from 2027. The Personal Development, Health and Physical Education K–10 Syllabus (2018) will not be available after December 2028.
2026 – Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
2027 – Start teaching the new syllabus
School sectors are responsible for implementing syllabuses and are best placed to provide schools with specific guidance and information on implementation given their understanding of their individual contexts. Schools may choose to implement the new syllabus during the planning and preparation phase.
Content
Early Stage 1
- PHE-IHW-01
identifies factors that contribute to identity, health and wellbeing
Identify and describe personal strengths and characteristics that shape Loading and contribute to Loading , using Tier 2 vocabulary
Identify how connections to family, Loading and place can shape identity
Identify how connections to Loading may shape Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ identities
Recognise that the brain, heart and lungs are vital organs of the body
Understand that sleep, exposure to daylight, time outdoors, healthy eating, movement and connection to others contributes to health and wellbeing
Recognise that following trusted adult directions for the healthy use of digital devices at school and home supports health and wellbeing
Identify and demonstrate hygiene strategies that promote health and wellbeing
Identify foods and drinks, including bush food, that contribute to healthy eating habits and wellbeing