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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]This year\u2019s ISZN Primary Camp brought together students from Grade 1 to Grade 5 for a\u00a0programme\u00a0of outdoor learning,\u00a0adventure\u00a0and community building.<\/p>\n

Spanning Tuesday to Friday at Kloten\u00a0Pfadiheim, the camp included different activities and overnight experiences for different year groups across the week. Grades 4 and 5 stayed over on Tuesday and\u00a0Wednesday,\u00a0Grades 3, 4 and 5 took part on Tuesday, and Grades 1 and 2 enjoyed their overnight experience on Thursday evening.<\/p>\n

Across the\u00a0programme, ISZN Primary students took part in outdoor activities and shared experiences, creating lasting memories together.<\/p>\n

Outdoor Learning at Kloten\u00a0Pfadiheim<\/h3>\n

All camp activities were based outdoors at Kloten\u00a0Pfadiheim, providing the perfect setting for exploration and adventure.<\/p>\n

Students enjoyed a varied\u00a0programme, including stand-up\u00a0paddle\u00a0boarding, nature walks, a swimming day, a ropes park challenge, a singing\u00a0afternoon\u00a0and a sports morning. Each activity encouraged students to collaborate, try new\u00a0things\u00a0and\u00a0enjoy being active outdoors.<\/p>\n

While there was no single theme for the week, the camp\u00a0centred\u00a0around team building, collaboration and fostering a love of the outdoors.<\/p>\n

Primary Camp also gave students opportunities to develop teamwork, communication, confidence, independence, resilience and outdoor learning skills. It\u00a0gave them the chance to strengthen friendships and discover new strengths in themselves and others.<\/p>\n

Confidence and Community Beyond the Classroom<\/h3>\n

One of the highlights of the week was seeing students step outside their comfort zones, take positive\u00a0risks\u00a0and truly shine in an outdoor environment. Seeing students away from the classroom setting revealed different strengths, leadership\u00a0qualities\u00a0and moments of genuine joy.<\/p>\n

The Community BBQ at the campsite brought together students,\u00a0parents\u00a0and staff for an enjoyable afternoon of connection. Families gathered to share delicious food, enjoy\u00a0conversations\u00a0and strengthen relationships in a relaxed outdoor setting. The event created a warm sense of community and\u00a0provided a wonderful opportunity for everyone\u00a0to celebrate the camp experience together.<\/p>\n

There were also plenty of lighter moments along the way. During evening room checks, Ms Lowery\u00a0and\u00a0Ms\u00a0Curtin\u00a0were greeted by the Grade 4 and 5 girls opening the door wearing full face masks, fully prepared for their very own \u201cpamper evening\u201d.<\/p>\n

Another highlight came at the ropes park when Fabian from Grade 5 took on the monkey tree challenge. What started as a confident climb quickly turned into something remarkable as he started climbing\u00a0higher and higher, much to the surprise and amusement of those watching below. He then made a dramatic Tarzan-style swing back down,\u00a0landing to\u00a0loud cheers and laughter from his impressed audience.<\/p>\n

One of the Grade 1 and 2 highlights was a special moment that deeply impressed\u00a0Ms\u00a0Meintjes\u00a0and\u00a0Ms\u00a0Schappert. When they checked on the students to make sure everyone was getting ready for bed, they found students taking turns\u00a0reading bedtime stories to one another. It was a wonderful display of kindness,\u00a0independence\u00a0and friendship.<\/p>\n

A Memorable Week for ISZN Primary Students<\/h3>\n

The Primary Camp strongly reflects ISZN\u2019s approach to learning,\u00a0care\u00a0and community. By combining experiential learning with teamwork and wellbeing, the camp created meaningful opportunities for students to develop within a supportive and inclusive environment.<\/p>\n

\u201cPrimary Camp is about so much more than outdoor activities. It is an opportunity for students to build confidence, strengthen friendships, and experience learning in a completely\u00a0different way. Watching our students collaborate, take risks, and thrive outdoors has been one of the highlights of the week,\u201d said Sarah Lowery, Head of Primary.<\/p>\n

A big thank you goes to all Primary staff members who dedicated their time to planning, supervising overnight stays and ensuring the camp was a memorable experience for every student. Special recognition also goes to\u00a0Mr\u00a0Arsens, whose fantastic cooking kept both students and staff well-fed and\u00a0energised\u00a0throughout the week.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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