Health and physical education teaching resources

Health and physical education is a crucial learning area in the New Zealand Curriculum, encompassing the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values that promote students' wellbeing, personal development, and understanding of healthy lifestyles. This area covers a broad range of topics, including physical activity, fitness, nutrition, mental health, relationships, sexual health, body care, safety, and social responsibility. It aims to empower students to make informed choices, develop resilience, and foster respectful relationships. Teachers may use resources tagged with health and physical education for planning lessons, designing activities, or assessing student understanding in areas such as movement skills, healthy eating, emotional regulation, bullying prevention, and teamwork. These resources support holistic development by encouraging students to reflect on their own wellbeing and that of others, while aligning with the values and goals of the New Zealand Curriculum. Using diverse teaching materials ensures that learning is relevant, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of all students.