OUTDOOR EDUCATION

Our Outdoor Education Program is designed to stimulate interest in adventure, the environment, interpersonal understanding and self-motivated learning and to develop self-reliance and a sense of responsibility.

Students in Years 7 to 10 are required to participate in the Outdoor Education Program which for Year 7 involves two camps. Year 8 involves one multi-night camp, together with one conservation experience, in a range of environments. Year 9 has one multi-night camp.

Year 10 students are encouraged to participate in expeditions during Exploration Week which range further afield and tackle more difficult challenges, such as sailing, outback touring, abseiling or white water canoeing.

Year 11 students who have demonstrated an ability to relate well to others, as well as competence in the bush, are invited to become leaders and work on the junior camps as assistant leaders.

The Outdoor Education Program offers opportunities for student to fulfil the requirements of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award at Bronze or Silver levels. Students apply to be involved in this scheme during Years 8, 9 or 10 on an individual basis.