Students have begun training for their Bronze Award for Young People.

Teams of Year 10s are preparing for a two day hiking expedition as part of the AYP.

They completed their first expedition training event, with a day of hiking in the Hok Tau area followed by an overnight camp at school. The students learnt basic navigation skills, how to handle emergencies on the hill, campcraft skills, cooking on stoves and basic first aid.

The AYP is an internationally recognised award which promotes student independence. Students need to pursue activities in the four categories of skill, physical recreation, service and expedition.

ICHK students complete the award as its goals exactly match our aims to develop the critical skills of collaboration, problem solving and decision-making. We are also able to utilise our unique location, which offers students unrivalled opportunities for outdoor education.

The work so far has been preparing students to lead themselves on their own expedition in December.