Duke of Edinburgh

Within the Duke of Edinburgh elective, Year 9 students are given the opportunity to work towards achieving the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award. 

This award is internationally recognised, where students develop a specific goal towards a chosen skill, physical recreation activity, and service within their community. They are required to complete an hour a week of practice towards each goal across a minimum of 3-6 months. 

Taking part in the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award is an opportunity for positive student development, as it encourages students to step outside of their comfort zone. The program helps students grow by fostering responsibility and leadership in all areas in and outside of the classroom. 

The award promotes student leadership and strengthens their commitment to the community. By giving back to their communities, students learn the value of citizenship and awareness of the world around them. 

Some of the service opportunities students have taken part in this year range from cleaning up the beach, looking after the chickens at a local primary school, supporting the functioning of local football clubs, coaching junior sporting teams, befriending the elderly at a local aged care home and many more. 

All of these activities are undertaken outside of school hours in their own time as a volunteer. It is a credit to the students for the hard work and dedication that they have put towards these activities throughout the year. 

Students are currently taking part in a first aid unit, with the opportunity to learn how to treat an injured person and deal with emergencies. What a great skill to have!

Below are some photos of their progress for their Skill and Physical Recreational activities.