Varied experiences contribute to students developing a respect for the Australian bush, and the skills necessary to enjoy it in safety.
Teamwork and independence, a sense of fun and achievement, leadership skills and social and environmental awareness - these aims are central to the Outdoor Education program.

Year 7

The Year 7 program is run in conjunction with the Outdoor Education Group (OEG), a non profit organisation used extensively by Government and Independent schools. OEG has trained Outdoor Education staff and specialist skills staff and equipment to provide the students with a safe, structured learning experience.

The program is held at a fully catered base camp, with two nights spent in tents. It is held in Term 1 to allow girls to get to know each other in a different environment to the classroom. Five days of a multi activity experience provides an introduction to basic outdoor skills in canoeing, rafting, bushwalking, a rock journey, camping and cooking.

Girls are accompanied by PLC staff (generally form teachers and/or assistants) and by Year 10 girls who act in a leadership capacity. Emphasis is placed on developing responsibility and group awareness.

Year 8

The Year 8 program is run in conjunction with the Outdoor Education Group (OEG), a non profit organisation used extensively by Government and Independent schools. OEG has trained Outdoor Education staff and specialist skills staff and equipment to provide the students with a safe, structured learning experience.

This program is spent in a coastal environment where girls sleep in tents, cook in small groups and explore their surrounds as well as participating in activities such as bushwalking, canoeing, surfing, environmental sessions, etc.

Year 9

The Year 9 program is run in conjunction with the Outdoor Education Group (OEG), a non profit organisation used extensively by Government and Independent schools. OEG has trained Outdoor Education staff and specialist skills staff and equipment to provide the students with a safe, structured learning experience.

This is a "journey" style experience in a river environment and the program encourages team work, reflection and geographic observation.

Year 10

The year 10 camps are held in Term 4, after exams. Students choose from a large range of outdoor activities. Some are expeditions, some are base camping, some in accommodation.
Horse riding, cycling, aquatic activities - surfing, scuba diving, windsurfing, rafting, canoeing, climbing, walking. The girls self-cater with a fixed budget.

Year 11

The program is held in the last week of Term 3 for two and a half days. It is a Leadership and Outdoor Education camp, where times is spent enjoying outdoor activities as well as leadership programs such as 'skills for leadership', group work and self reflection.

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Girls from year 9 upwards are able to participate in the Duke of Edingurgh Award Scheme.

The Duke of Edinburgh Award is open to students aged 14-25 years. There are three levels - Bronze, Silver and Gold. Each level has 4 sections - Expedition, Skills, Physical Recreation and Service.

The girls work in their own time, but can use school based activities. Expeditions are organised within the school and run at weekends and holiday periods.