Academic

Health, Outdoor and Physical Education

‘Unlocking well-being’ is a central focus for our students in learning about how an active mind and body are central to living a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle.  Physical Education and Health are taught in both the Year 9 and Y 10 junior curriculum where students explore many activities that enhances their Hauora or well-being. Core fundamental life skills are taught in the Year 9 program through running, jumping, throwing, catching and swimming during fun and interactive games. At Year 10 leadership and social responsibility is practiced through many team sports which promote group participation and cooperative fun games.  Health forms an integral part of both junior year levels where we look at all areas of well-being including social , mental and emotional, and spiritual wellness in our students.

 In our Senior classes our faculty offers specific courses in Physical Education, Health and Outdoor Education at all year levels. In Physical Education biomechanics , anatomy, video analysis and leadership amongst other topical areas is explored. In Outdoor Education students develop important skills in mountain biking, climbing, tramping and kayaking and learning about respecting and being safe in the environment. Health incorporates interpersonal skills and health issues in the community amongst many other  important societal factors.