Establish a residential Outdoor Education Program at Fairhaven , Mallacoota
In 2023 , Scotch College announced the purchase of Fairhaven , a 175-acre property near the picturesque coastal town of Mallacoota . Nestled on the border of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and with direct water access , it is our desire that Fairhaven will redefine outdoor education at Scotch in a way that is truly world class .
It is our goal that the property will become the epicentre of Scotch College ’ s Outdoor Education Program , offering an immersive and transformational experience for Year 9 boys . While the project is in its early stages , our new facilities on the property will complement the natural surroundings and are hoped to become an integral part of the Mallacoota community .
We still have much work to complete to ensure the viability of this initiative . A Year 9 pilot group will be attending the site in 2025 , and we will start learning more about the potential of Fairhaven so that a full program can commence within the next five years .
Reimagine our Christian Education and Service Programs
Scotch will further embed its culture of service through an expanded , more meaningful Service Program for boys across all year groups from 2027 . Additionally , we will be reviewing our Christian Education Program , to ensure our provision is engaging , practical , and research-informed . It will inspire , support and challenge boys .
“ The purchase of Fairhaven represents our desire to focus further on forming the character of our boys . At Fairhaven , boys will be challenged in the great outdoors , they will learn about farming and land management , conservation and sustainability , bushcraft , and a host of other new skills .
Most importantly , they will be inspired to think about life , the type of man they wish to become , and how they might best utilise their many talents and gifts to serve others .”
Project highlights
Dr Scott Marsh , Principal
Fairhaven , Mallacoota
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