Personal Development, Health and Physical Education

At Blayney High School, the Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) Faculty is committed to empowering students to live healthy, active, and balanced lives. Through a blend of classroom learning, practical activities, and community involvement, we aim to nurture confident, resilient, and socially responsible young people who value wellbeing and lifelong participation in physical activity.

Our Approach

We believe in a modern, inclusive, and student-centred approach where physical activity, wellbeing, and lifelong health are celebrated. Our enthusiastic staff encourage every student to participate, challenge themselves, and discover their strengths—whether on the sporting field, in the classroom, or in the community.

What we offer

Years 7-10

PDHPE - A core subject where students explore health, wellbeing, resilience, respectful relationships, and personal safety, while engaging in a wide range of physical and movement activities, and sports.

Years 9-10

Elective Courses - Opportunities for students to deepen their understanding through Physical Activity and Sport Studies (PASS), exploring areas such as coaching, fitness, exercise science, issues in the sports and physical activity realm and wider society.

Years 11 - 12

Senior Studies - Our Stage 6 courses include Health and Movement Science (HMS) and Sport Lifestyle and Recreation (SLR), providing pathways into health sciences, education, social work, psychology, and careers in the sport and recreation arena.

Beyond the Classroom

The PDHPE team provides students with experiences that extend past traditional learning. These include:

Representative Sport & Carnivals: Swimming, Cross Country, Athletics, WSSA Competition / Knockout School Representation and opportunities to attend Regional Trials and work towards higher sporting Honors.
- You can find more information about Western Region Sport here - https://app.education.nsw.gov.au/sport/Western. All inquiries regarding nominations, competitions etc. must go through the Blayney High School Sports Organiser.
Wellbeing, Leadership and Sports Programs: Opportunities to try new activities and get involved, no matter your skill level. Participation in initiatives that build resilience, leadership skills, and a positive school culture.
Community Connections: Our faculty works closely with local primary schools, supporting sporting carnivals, gala days, and coaching opportunities, helping younger students develop active lifestyles while fostering leadership in our high school students. We share partnerships with local sporting and health organisations that support student growth both in and out of school.