Duke of Edinburgh

Approaching the end of yet another amazing year of outstanding participation in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, the courage and daring nature of the girls could not be more marked.

During the Easter holidays, we had a successful Duke of Ed Adventurous Journey, canoeing on Lake Eildon, Victoria. Carrying all they needed onboard their boats, the group of 15 girls journeyed to a new campsite each day while learning valuable outdoor skills and enjoying the amazing scenery. Supported by our intrepid Award Leader and physicist – Mr Stephen Brown, the girls pushed through eight days of freezing weather, emerging as brave, accomplished adventurers. In support of this, over the past two years, the newly established Outdoor Education Club has sought to provide a foundation of wilderness skills and knowledge, equipping younger girls with the ability to thrive in the conditions and developing a love for the great outdoors. Each week, the Club outfits the girls with skills including setting up a tent, cooking with a trangia and map reading. It is with great pride that I see so many girls displaying great resilience in exploring and actualising their passions through the Duke of Ed Award. I cannot wait to see where their adventures take them in the future.

2022 Duke of Edinburgh Captain