School Expeditions and Educational Trips

This June, nine dedicated Year 8 to Year 11 cadet students embarked on an unforgettable 11-day 138km journey along the historic Kokoda Trek.

The Kokoda History Trek retraces the footsteps of those who fought in some of the most desperate battles across the Owen Stanley Ranges, from Kokoda to Imita Ridge, near Port Moresby.

Our nine students and three staff were guided by experienced Adventure Kokoda trek leader, Major Scott Babington, who shared his extensive knowledge of the Kokoda campaign's wartime history.

Covering rugged terrain and steep climbs, they tested their physical endurance and also immersed themselves in the rich history and culture of Papua New Guinea. This remarkable adventure was about resilience, teamwork, and honouring the incredible courage and sacrifice of those who walked this path before them.

At the end of their journey, they visited the Bomana War Cemetery, a day filled with emotion. They experienced the elation of completing the trek and the solemnity of visiting the graves of the men they had honoured on their pilgrimage.

Having walked in their footsteps, each one of them knelt before a headstone at the Bomana War Cemetery and made a commitment to be the best they could be upon returning home.

It was indeed a life-changing journey they will never forget.

In January 2024, a group of twenty students in Years 8 – 12, accompanied by five staff members, embarked on a thrilling 17-day basketball tour across the USA. Spanning three states and multiple experiences, the tour created a lifetime of memories for all involved.

Starting in Texas, students enjoyed VIP tours of iconic landmarks like the Fort Worth Stockyards and the Dallas Cowboys Stadium, followed by an electric NBA Mavericks game. The journey continued with visits to the University of Texas, the Capitol Building, and a college basketball game in Houston, including an awe-inspiring experience at the NASA Space Centre.

The students participated in a series of basketball games at four Texan High Schools, which showcased the resilience and spirit of the Pittwater House teams against challenging opponents.

While in the USA, the tour spent four days with Pittwater House’s Sister School of 35 years, the Woodward Academy. The students also explored Atlanta's Civil Rights Museum and the College Football Hall of Fame, concluding with an exhilarating NBA game.