Excursions
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Educational excursions offer valuable learning experiences for all students across diverse settings. At Alfred Deakin High School, excursions are an important part of school life as they align with and support the school’s vision and educational philosophy by:
- Extending the learning that occurs within the classroom, including the development of personal attributes such as enterprise, courage, commitment and the ability to work in teams
- Recognising and valuing learning that takes place beyond the classroom
- Making school-based learning real and relevant through practical applications, encouraging a belief in life-long learning.
- Providing opportunities for learning outside the school context which may not otherwise be available to all students
- Extending the gifts and talents of individual students.
Excursions are a valued part of the student experience at Alfred Deakin High School. Throughout the year, a wide range of excursions enrich our educational program – from visits to local institutions and events, to camps, national tours, and even international travel opportunities. Excursions offered each year vary according to curriculum needs and demand however, the following have run in the past:
- Japan – Japanese language students are offered the opportunity to travel to Japan, where they can refine the skills learned in the classroom and gain valuable real-world experience. While abroad, students connect with our Sister School, Tomioka Higashi Junior High School in Tokushima Prefecture.
- Europe – French and Italian language students are offered the opportunity to travel to Europe, where they can refine the skills learned in the classroom and gain valuable real-world experience.
- Central Australia - Included visits to the major attractions such as Uluru.