Education Outside the Classroom

Classes will often plan visits outside the school to support a topic being studied. Parents will be informed of these, usually by way of a class newsletter or the Hero App. Parents are encouraged to join their children for such excursions.

All students participate in an Outdoor Education Programme. Outdoor Education Programmes generally follow the format as outlined below. This ensures there is little, or no repetition of activities and skills and each experience builds on the previous years.

Camps for Years 5 – 8 are held on odd years (eg 2025, 2027, 2029 etc) with EOTC (Education Outside the Classroom) activities ie skiing/skating, held on even years
(eg 2026, 2028, 2030). Our Outdoor Education Programme is a highly successful and exciting part of life at Grantlea Downs, designed to help students build lasting character and confidence. By stepping outside the classroom, students are encouraged to push their own boundaries and take on new challenges in a safe, supportive environment. These experiences foster resilience and teamwork, empowering our learners to discover what they are truly capable of achieving.