Year 6 Kangaroo Island Camp

Camps provide opportunities for students to experience new environments, learn new skills, and build meaningful relationships with their peers. Recently, our Year 6 students spent a week on Kangaroo Island in South Australia, where they had the chance to explore the beautiful natural environment, engage in challenging activities, and create lasting memories with their classmates. Throughout the week, the students visited several places of interest, including the Honey Farm, Eucalyptus Distillery, Rapture Park, and Sea Lion Conservation Park. The students were able to learn about the importance of preserving wildlife, conservation, and sustainable farming practices.. These activities helped to foster teamwork, resilience, and problem-solving skills while also encouraging students to step outside of their comfort zones and try new things.

In addition to the physical activities, students also had the opportunity to learn about the History of Kangaroo Island through guided tours and educational workshops. This helped to deepen their understanding of the natural world and develop an appreciation for conservation and sustainability especially after learning of the impact of the bushfires.

The camp provided an opportunity for students to build social connections with their peers and teachers, strengthening their sense of community and belonging. Many students felt a strong sense of connectedness which has contributed to a positive and supportive learning environment upon their return to school.

Overall, the benefits of attending a camp are numerous and long-lasting. We are proud of our Year 6 students for embracing the challenges and opportunities presented by their camp experience and look forward to sharing experiences with the Year 5 students as they embark on their camp journey in Week 11.

Emma Fowler