PRIMARY 2 - PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION

Introduction

Physical and Health Education at the Primary 2 level helps pupils develop healthy bodies, active lifestyles, good personal habits, and positive attitudes towards physical activities. The subject introduces pupils to simple exercises, movement activities, games, personal hygiene, healthy eating, safety practices, and basic knowledge of the human body. Through practical activities, demonstrations, discussions, and age-appropriate exercises, pupils develop physical fitness, coordination, balance, strength, flexibility, and teamwork. It also helps them understand how to keep their bodies clean, prevent illness, stay safe, and maintain healthy relationships with others.

General Objectives

By the end of Primary 2, pupils should be able to:

  1. Participate actively in simple physical exercises and movement activities.
  2. Demonstrate basic skills such as running, jumping, hopping, throwing, catching, and balancing.
  3. Develop strength, flexibility, coordination, endurance, and body control.
  4. Identify the major parts of the human body and state some of their functions.
  5. Explain the importance of personal hygiene and cleanliness.
  6. Demonstrate proper habits such as regular bathing, brushing the teeth, washing hands, and wearing clean clothes.
  7. Identify common healthy foods and understand the importance of eating a balanced diet.
  8. Explain the importance of clean water, fresh air, rest, and adequate sleep.
  9. Identify simple ways of preventing common illnesses and maintaining good health.
  10. Demonstrate appropriate safety practices at home, in school, on the playground, and on the road.
  11. Participate in simple games and recreational activities while observing rules.
  12. Demonstrate teamwork, cooperation, fairness, and good sportsmanship.
  13. Develop positive attitudes towards regular physical activity and healthy living.
  14. Recognise the importance of seeking help from parents, teachers, health workers, or other trusted adults when necessary.
  15. Develop responsible habits that promote physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being.