Playtimes HK Magazine February 2018 Issue | Page 21
A Unique
Programme
for Inspiring
Leadership and
Adventure
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Mount Kelly School Hong Kong uses
its exclusive Shackleton Programme to
extend learning beyond the classroom
A
t the recently opened Mount Kelly School in Hong
Kong, the school believes that learning should extend
beyond the classroom. This vision is being put into
practice through the unique Shackleton Programme.
Exclusive to Mount Kelly schools, the Shackleton Programme is
a popular and highly enjoyable aspect of life at Mount Kelly UK.
A world-class leadership programme designed to build future
leaders, it has now been adapted and brought to Hong Kong.
The programme is named after Ernest Shackleton, a
renowned Antarctic explorer who demonstrated great courage
and leadership, particularly during his epic trans-Antarctic
expedition of 1914 to 1917. Although he never completed his
aim of being the first person to cross the continent via the
South Pole, his exploration and leadership skills ensured that
his 28-strong crew all returned home safely after almost three
years in one of the most challenging climates known to man.
His story remains one of the greatest feats of human survival
and cements his place as one of the principal figures of the
heroic age of ‘Antarctic exploration’.
School life at Mount Kelly School Hong Kong is designed
to develop and celebrate leadership, practical skills and
teamwork. The school believes that learning extends beyond
the classroom, which means that we aim to provide all pupils
with an extensive programme of co-curricular activities. The
monthly sessions for the pupils are tailored to different age
groups, with an overarching focus on four main themes:
To inspire, encourage and support spirit of adventure
To develop proficiency and skills in outdoor activities
To encourage an ability to risk assess and remain safe
To introduce to pupils the intrinsic reward of helping
others through community projects, both at school and
in the wider community
The Shackleton programme is not just about outdoor
physical exercise. The programme is created in four distinct,
but equally important units, in order to build on different skill
sets, including adventure, proficiency, safety and service.
Activities including walking, camp craft, sailing, climbing,
navigation, partnering with groups in the community, first aid,
conservation projects, and route planning, amongst others, are
used to enhance the children’s skills.
Even the youngest children at Mount Kelly International
Preschool have the chance to take part in project planning,
orienteering, team building and team sports through the
Shackleton Programme. With the support of their teachers,
Nursery and Reception children can take on the challenges of
map reading, working as a team, and becoming a leader and
adventurer.
For further information about Mount Kelly Hong Kong and its inspiring Shackleton Programme,
contact us on 2110 1978 or [email protected] or visit mountkelly.edu.hk
Mount Kelly International Preschool EDB Provisional Registration Number: 608092
Mount Kelly School Hong Kong EDB Provisional Registration Number: 609781