Ethical understanding

Health and Physical Education develops students’ ethical understanding as they learn the importance of treating others with integrity, fairness and compassion. They also learn to value and respect diversity and equality. Students examine ethical concepts and codes of practice appropriate to different contexts, such as at school, at home, in the community, in relationships, on the sporting field and in outdoor settings. As students explore fair play, equitable participation, empathy, consent and respect in relationships, they learn to make ethical decisions and understand the consequences of their actions. They also develop the capacity to apply these skills in everyday situations and movement-based contexts.