The following organisations and businesses supply resources and other services suitable for Primary PDHPE. To have a further look at what each business has to offer, click on their website provided below.
ASH Australia’s website provides information for teachers, educators and students with a compilation of resources on current tobacco control initiatives, harmful effects of smoking on youth, and useful learning tools. It includes activities from a range of sources, the latest news, a slideshow and a satire about the tobacco industry.
The Australian Tennis Museum is situated in the Olympic precinct at Homebush and houses interesting exhibitions of tennis memorabilia. School group tours include teachers notes and activities for Stage 2 & 3 students as well as a visit to centre court. For details contact the museum on (02)9763 7644 or visit the Tennis Australia website -www.tennis.com.au/museum
Australian Theatre of the Deaf in school performances and workshops
Promoting awareness of cultural difference ATOD performs shows and workshops in primary and high schools around Australia.
We make a unique contribution to Australian culture by creating shows from a deaf perspective which are performed by deaf actors. All performances are completely accessible and enjoyed by both hearing and deaf students.
Our workshops are designed to develop communication skills and build confidence in young people and are an important way of creating positive attitudes towards disability.
All shows and workshops are age appropriate ranging from K- 12
Detailed teachers notes are provided including classroom activities and resource material.
For more information contact Aslam on (02) 9310 1255 or schools@atod.org.au www.atod.org.au.
A purpose-built educational facility set adjoining the historic Bradman Oval. Permanent and temporary exhibitions on Sir Donald Bradman AC and the history of Australian cricket. Resources include a theatre, historic film and audio, Bradman Store and ‘Stumps’ Café.
Free downloadable Resources Free Tours Cricket Coaching Clinics Discounted entry for school students/teachers free
The McDonald’s Camp Quality Puppets present an inspiring interactive educational program using life size puppets to deliver a fun and positive message about children living with cancer.
The show features four mischievous puppets, Kylie, Matthew, Melissa and Dean who spread their message of optimism, anti-bullying and fun therapy to children across Australia, to heighten awareness of supporting and including others who for a time, may look a little different.
If you want to know more or book a FREE puppet show for your school go to www.campquality.org.au or call Camp Quality on 1300 662 267.
For anyone passionate about and committed to preventing child abuse and neglect - parent, carer, professional, practitioner, doctor, teacher, business person, community leader, interest group, coach, child, young person, or simply someone who cares.
Program aimed at education about head lice in schools and eradication of the pest. Schools receive an information Nitpack and arrange a visit by the health professionals.
Government body set up to ensure that food in NSW is safe and correctly labelled and that NSW consumers are able to make informed choices about the food they eat.
Nutrition Australia provides a comprehensive range of resources, including hands on assistance to help schools in NSW apply for the Healthy School Communities funding. Nutrition Australia NSW can also offer schools:
Teachers & School Children – Professional development session with teachers in your school linking food and nutrition with PDHPE and other curriculum areas or development of a fruit snack time program, or breakfast program. Parents and Community – Parent education sessions coordinated by Nutrition Australia on topics such as “how to pack a healthy lunch box”. For further information about these packages, please contact Di Woods, NSW Division on 02 42579011or email nsw@nutritionaustralia.org
Promotes socially responsible pet ownership and has been involved in the development and promotion of the Australian Veterinary Association's primary school education program, PET PEP.
Information "How to care for..." literature Posters and videos Selectapet program which encourages people to choose the most appropriate breed of dog or cat. school talk program Downloadable Pet Show without tears program
PetPEP is a national education program which involves veterinarians and teachers working together to teach primary school children about responsible pet ownership. It is an ideal resource when teaching a unit on Pets or Animals, or it can be used to integrate messages into other curriculum areas. Pet PEP covers topics such as: Behaving Safely Around Pets, Choosing the Right Pet, Being Responsible for a Pet, Preparing for a Pet, Caring for Your Pet's Health, Treating All Animals Well. Visit our website at: www.rspcansw.com.au/templates/storyList.cfm?specie=Kidz_Korner&category=126
Teachers resource book Worksheets Websites Information
BULLY NO MORE-Part 1-Emotions RETURN OF THE BULLY-Part 2-Strategies THE BULLY STRIKES BACK-Part 3-Resilinece
Three plays about bullying in primary school
THE TEAM The author, Trisha Starrs, has been writing, performing and directing plays for young people for the last 20 years. The actors who perform in the plays are university trained acting graduates and have strong backgrounds in theatre, education and working with children.
THE PLAYS The plays are performed at your school as an incursion and have a duration of 60 minutes. Each play deals with the issue of bullying at school but has a completely different theme. Part 1 offers an overview of what bullying means and how it affects children through a dramatic story. Part 2 offers practical strategies that the children can learn and part 3 explores the meaning of resilience in children’s lives and how that can protect them from bullying.
All three plays offer positive strategies that enable children to deal with bullying and a greater understanding of the issue.
COMMENTS FROM SCHOOLS “Students were mesmerised by the performance. They were totally engrossed and highly motivated to discuss the issues after the performance. Content was exceptional and dealt sensitively with meaningful and relevant issues. Students were engaged the entire time.” - Banksia Road, NSW
“The best performance I have seen. Clear concise message. Very well acted.” Highgate PS, NSW
“Children really enjoyed the performance. They were thoroughly entertained and were able to discuss the main issues at length afterwards.” West Ryde, NSW
SUITABILITY: K-6 DURATION: 60 MINUTES TEACHER NOTES PROVIDED COST PER STUDENT: $4.40 ($4 + 40c GST) MINIMUM PER SESSION: $616 ($560 + $56 GST) IF LESS THAN 140 STUDENTS
Stride Foundation is a not-for-profit, non-denominational organisation dedicated to helping improve the physical, mental and social wellbeing of young people and their communities. We run empowering and holistic prevention programs that address issues facing young people such as bullying, aggressive behaviours, low self-esteem, peer relationships and, depression and suicide.
Get Active Day provides K-6 students a fun day of physical activities that are dedicated to achieving PDHPE outcomes. It is an action-packed day of basic fundamental movement skills in the morning followed by fun games, races and competitions in the afternoon.
The program has been developed in partnership with the Australian College of Physical Education, is delivered by leading sports instructors and all equipment is supplied.
