Outdoor Education

Norwest's programs for outdoor education introduce students to a variety of engaging and challenging practical activities. Students are given opportunities for personal growth, development and leadership across all programs. Each program is designed to improve students' interpersonal skills and confidence as they participate in experiences outside of their usual daily routine.

The College has an outdoor education program that encompasses the following activities:

Year 1 - Water safety and swim school program

Year 2 - Water safety and swim school program

Year 3 - Outdoor education day trip

Year 4 - Three day outdoor education camp

Year 5 - Three day outdoor education camp

Year 6 - Three day trip to Canberra

Year 7 - Three day outdoor education camp

Year 8 - Three day outdoor education camp

Year 9 - Three day outdoor education camp

Year 10 - Five day ski trip to Jindabyne / Snowy Mountains National Park

Year 11 - Three day study skills and outdoor education camp

Year 12 - Three day study skills and outdoor education camp