• An appreciation and understanding of the value of physical education and its relationship to a healthy, balanced lifestyle.
• An interest in the promotion of health and wellness.
• The motivation to participate fully in all aspects of physical education.
• Their optimal level of physical fitness.
• Effective communication strategies, verbal, non-verbal and written.
• The skills and understanding necessary to participate successfully in a variety of physical activities, for example, learning, practising, refining, adapting, thinking, and interacting.
• The ability to reflect critically on all aspects of physical education, including being a critical performer.
• An understanding of international perspectives on physical activity, sport and health education.
• A lifelong interest in and enjoyment of physical activities as a participant.

1

Using the IB criteria

• Criteria A: Knowing and understanding 
• Criteria B: Planning for performance  
• Criteria C: Applying and performing 
• Criteria D: Reflecting and improving performance

2

Using the MELS criteria

• Competency 1 Performs movement skills in different physical activity settings
• Competency 2 Interact with others in different physical activity settings
• Competency 3 Adapts a healthy, active lifestyle