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

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

They have completed their first expedition training event, with an overnight camp ollowed by a day of hiking in Hok Tau and Sha Lo Tung with a member of the outdoor learning team. 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 provides young people with the skills and experience to thrive in life and the workplace, as well as an opportunity to discover new interests and talents. It is well-respected by employers and universities.

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.

Students will complete another practice expedition in December, in preparation for a final, assessed expedition in January.