Duke of Edinburgh's Award

Killara High School has a wide range of programs that support student learning and enhance social and personal development. They operate as part of the extended before and after school timetable and are designed to complement the curriculum by enriching the core learning experiences for students.

Killara High School is a registered Award Centre of The Duke of Ed Program that is open to all students Year 9 and above. All Participants are supported by a network of adult award leaders, assessors, supervisors, and mentors.

The Award Program is a flexible, interesting and fun-packed way for students to participate in a number of activities over a set length of time. It is entirely voluntary and is structured so that participants can design their own unique program, centred on their interests and passions.

Duke of Edinburgh school contacts:

Ms Jen Downes - Coordinator
Ms Laura Watson - Adminstration

DEAS@khs.nsw.edu.au

The Duke of Edinburgh's Award includes four major sections:

 SKILL: an opportunity to improve an existing skill or try something new. 

 VOLUNTARY SERVICE: A chance to give back to the community and help others. 

 PHYSICAL RECREATION: Encouraging healthy behaviours and habits. 

 ADVENTUROUS JOURNEY: An opportunity to challenge yourself to achieve a goal with your peers over 3 days (Bronze) organised by school at Somerset Outdoor Learning, Colo River,  5 days (Silver) and 6 days (Gold) in  conjunction with Mrs Downes.

Each activity requires a regular commitment, not just an intense project over a few days. You organise and participate in activities of your choice. See table. 

Physical Recreation

Netball

Tennis

Football - AFL

Football - Soccer

Swimming

Weight Training

Basketball

Walking

Running

Skill

Musical Instrument

Arts and Design

Other Music

Life and Vocational Skills

Foreign Language

Games

Crafts

Sports related

Why should I get involved in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award program?

• It’s a fun opportunity to challenge yourself and have adventures!
• It helps you develop and demonstrate the skills sought after by employers, universities and scholarship providers, such as problem solving, teamwork, communication, adaptability, resilience, organisation, creativity and leadership.
• The Gold Duke of Ed Award can be used to get bonus ATAR points at the University of NSW and Macquarie University. It can also be part of a portfolio to gain entrance to other universities, which have moved away from only selecting students based on ATARs. Out of state options here.
• It improves your academic performance and mental health.