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K–6Personal Development, Health and Physical Education K–6 Syllabus

Record of changes
Implementation from 2027
Expand for detailed implementation advice

Content

Early Stage 1

Identity, health and wellbeing
Personal strengths and qualities shape identity
  • Identify and describe personal strengths and characteristics that shape identity and contribute to wellbeing, using Tier 2 vocabulary

  • Identify how connections to family, culture and place can shape identity

  • Identify how connections to Country/Place may shape Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ identities

Caring for the body improves health and wellbeing
  • 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

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