| Welcome to Ningaloo Reef Adventure
Camps. The following Teacher Materials are an extremely important part of creating a
successful camp for your students and yourselves. Please fill these materials out as fully
as you can, leaving no details out. These materials are collected by Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps and
evaluated in order to ensure that the participating students get the most out of their
camp. They enable Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps staff to create a camp to suit all the
participants and make necessary adjustments if needed. The following materials are broken
down into eight main areas.
| Components | Student information
| Consent form | Camp
Booklet
| Water Based Excursion Policies | Payment & GST
| K-12
Curriculum Framework
| The Ningaloo Marine
Park
Components of a Ningaloo Reef
Adventure Camp
Camp safety
Boat safety
Water safety
Discipline strategy
Emergency plan
Management plan
Student information -
is available as a download (Word document)
· Student names and personal details
· Student swimming abilities
· Special needs of students
· Student needs to bring
Consent
form
DET Water Based Excursion Policies
Payment & GST
DET K-12
Curriculum Framework
The Ningaloo Marine
Park
Components
of a Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camp
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps is centered
around
some very important rules and regulations that all participants need
to follow during the camp.
These rules and regulations are very basic and are there for the simple reason of safety.
It is encouraged that the teacher(s)/supervisor of the
participating classes are aware of these rules and regulations and go through them with
the participating students before they arrive at camp.
Camp Safety
Always follow the directions of your Camp
Directors
Treat the Camp area as you would treat your own home
Sunscreen, hats and footwear must be worn at all times
outside the camp area
Be careful of ropes, pegs and kitchen area around camp
Students are to remain inside the camp area when not on an
activity unless accompanied by a Director or Teacher
Immediately inform Directors/Teachers of any hazards or
emergencies
Boat Safety
· Always follow Skippers and deckies orders without fail
· No running on boat
· No jumping off boat
· Be clear of where devices are held, e.g. life jackets,
flares, etc.
· Do not have any part of the body outside of the boat at
anytime unless instructed to do so, e.g. snorkeling, diving, etc.
· Be careful at all times – Boats Can Be Extremely
Dangerous
Water
Safety
The aim of water safety education is to enable students to
recognize and assess potential aquatic dangers and develop a realistic understanding of
their swimming ability in various water and weather conditions.
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps practices some important
safety techniques. These techniques consist of –
a) Buddy system – staying with and being responsible
for you buddy at all times whilst in the water.
b)Safety aids – be aware at all
times of the location of safety aids and boats.
c)Safety signals – at all times abide by the
important safety signal of raising your arm straight in the air when in difficulty or when
you need help.
d)Coral – do not at any time touch or stand on
coral, unless in extreme emergency.
e)Sea Creatures – do not at any time touch,
provoke or corner sea creatures.
f)Admiration Of The Sea – all sea life is
unique and beautiful, and should always be visually admired.
g)Instructor’s Directions – need to be
followed without question at all times.
h)Irresponsible and Disruptive Behaviour –
will not be tolerated.
Discipline Strategy Plan
Discipline is a teacher-directed
activity whereby we seek to lead, guide, direct, manage, or confront a student about
behaviour disrupting the rights of others be they teachers or students.
Goals Of Discipline
· develop students self-discipline and
self-control
· enable student to be on-task with their learning
· enhance students self-esteem
· encourage accountability for behaviour
· encourage the individual student to recognise
and respect the rights of others
· affirm the co-operation as well as responsible
independence in learning
· to promote the values of honesty, fairness,
respect for others, etc.
· enable rational conflict-resolution
Teacher’s Practice and Philosophy Of
Teaching and Discipline
· Emphasizes due rights, responsibilities and
rules
· Minimizes hostility and embarrassment in teacher
and student interactions
· Develops and maintains respectful treatment
· Develops a climate of choice
· Provides due right of reply to the student
· follows-up and follows through with disruptive
students
· includes a wide support base as necessary to
improve and enable a positive working and social environment for students and teachers
alike
Land & Water Emergency Plan
please see the:
NRAC Management Plan
NRAC Emergency
Response Plan
NRAC Risk Management Plan
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps Student Information
This form is intended to assist the school, supervising
teachers and camp organiser in the event of an emergency involving your child. It is
required for all children attending a Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camp.
Click here to Download the form as a Word
document
Student Details:
Student’s name: Date of Birth:
Parent or guardian’s full name:
Address:
Post code:
Telephone number – home:
Telephone number –
work:
Telephone number – mobile:
Name of family doctor:
Doctor's Telephone number:
Medicare
number:
Swimming ability (refer to
teacher and school if unsure)
My child has achieved stage
number:
1. Beginner
2. Water Discovery
3. Preliminary
4. Water Awareness
5. Water Sense
6. Junior
7. Intermediate
8.
Water Wise
9.
Senior
10. Junior Swim & Survive
11. Swim & Survive
12. Senior Swim & Survive
Date achieved:
I am unsure. Please assess my
child:
Other comments:
Medical Details
Is your child subject to asthma, seizures,
fainting, epilepsy, diabetes or any other condition that may affect his or her safety
during aquatic activities?
Yes No
If "yes", give details:
Is your child allergic to?
Penicillin Give details:
Any other drug
Give details:
Any food
Give details:
Other
Give details:
Is any special care required?
Yes No
If "yes", give details:
Tetanus Vaccination
Yes No Don’t know
Medications
Arrangements for the safekeeping and handling of
medications must be made prior to the excursion.
Is your child presently taking tablets and/or other
forms of medicine?
Yes No
Does your child self-administer the medication?
Yes No
If "yes", give details
(dosage,
frequency, name of medication and reason for use):
I agree to inform the organisers before the
scheduled camp departure of any change to my child’s health and fitness so that
appropriate supervision may be arranged. I acknowledge that, in the event of an accident,
the school staff and camp organiser will arrange to present my child for medical
assessment as soon as possible.
Signature of parent or guardian:
Date:
Items
To Bring To A Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camp
The following items need to be
brought by students to camp –
All Sleeping Materials – blanket, sheet,
sleeping bag, towel, pillow, pillow cases
Swimming Gear – bathers, towels, wet shirts or
wet suits if desired
Necessary Clothing - warm/night time clothing
(jeans and tracksuits) rain jacket, hat
T-shirts and shorts/skirts, enclosed footwear
School Materials - coloured pens and pencils, glue
Other - Water bottle, Snorkel gear, Fishing gear,
Sunscreen
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camp Consent form
click here to
download our Consent Form
Ningaloo Reef
Adventure Camp Booklet
click here to
download our
Camp Booklet
DET Water
Based Excursions Procedures & Policies
please see the
DET website for
swimming and water safety policies
Payment & GST
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps accepts a
10% booking deposit and an additional 40% due 12 weeks before the commencement of the camp. Final payment is due during camp. A 10% GST
is placed upon the payments. A tax invoice is distributed as soon as confirmation of the
camp is given.
In the event of a camp cancellation after the
deposit has been received a portion of the deposit will not be returned depending upon the
circumstances.
The K-12
Curriculum Framework
Health & Physical Education
(Outcomes - 1,2,3,4,5)
The Health and Physical Education learning areas directly interrelate with Ningaloo
Reef Adventure Camps programs. The camps focus on all learning outcomes - knowledge and
understanding; attitudes and values; skills for physical activity; self-management; and
inter-personal skills. Camp programs involve many interesting and motivating activities.
Some examples of these activities are various day and night time games and experiences;
use of communication and interpersonal skills in team games and camp experiences; use of
decision-making skills for choice of tactics and strategies; involvement of various health
programs e.g. food preparation, cooking, non-smoking programs, fitness programs; out-door
education; swimming and snorkelling development; safety awareness; and watercraft
activities.
Society and Environment
Society and Environment outcomes are implemented through a variety of activities in
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps itineraries. Students develop understandings related to
natural and social systems, including the interplay between elements of the natural and
built environments; values associated with ecological sustainability; a sense of care for
the natural environment and make informed decisions that support this goal. They further
explore the impact of technology in their lives, on the local environment and in the wider
global context.
Mathematics
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps implements the following Mathematics learning area outcomes
- appreciating mathematics; working mathematically; number; measurement; space; and chance
and data. Example activities are scoring various activities; dimensions of fields and
courts; timing games; weather patterns and navigation observations; interpretations and
inferences; measuring equipment for food and cooking; environmental issues (statistics);
and use of maps.
Science (Outcomes - 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9)
One of the Ningaloo Adventure Camps strongest links is with the Science learning area.
Knowledge of physical, biological and natural worlds, investigating physical, mental,
emotional and environmental variables; preparation of food; processes and products of
science and their effect on people and the environment; and form reasoned judgements about
recycling and environmental protection.
Science learning outcomes implemented are investigating, communicating scientifically;
science in daily life; acting responsibly; science in society; life and living; and earth
and beyond.
L.O.T.E (Outcomes - 1,2,3,4)
Students have the opportunity to appreciate the ways in which language and culture are
associated with games, sport, food and leisure activities that contribute to the
Australian way of life. Students also comprehend, communicate, view, read and respond to a
target language; learn about sociolinguistic and sociocultural understandings; continue to
make meaning of languages; and practice expressing themselves.
Examples of activities include - playing active games using target language; play culture
specific sports and games; compare and cook diets of other countries; and use names and
language appropriate to camp facilities and activities.
Technology and Enterprise (Outcomes -
1,2,3,4)
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps incorporates Technology and Enterprise outcomes through a
variety of ways. These include promotion of nutrition, physical growth and development of
interpersonal skills, use of technologies (computer and boat equipment), design and
development of solutions to problems of local and global environments.
The Arts (Outcomes - 1,2,3,4)
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps draws on some of the understands of , elements,
processes and skills of art forms developed in The Arts. These include - dance, music,
environmental art, Aboriginal artisan language, movies, cultural heritage, creative
thinking processes, drama, enquiry process, ideas related to food preparation and
nutrition, growth and development of safety elements, and aerobic fitness.
English (Outcomes - 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9)
English learning area outcomes are achieved at Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps. Examples are
- use of appropriate language in different context; positive effects on self esteem and
confidence; use of verbal and non verbal messages to communicate understandings of camp
concepts; and implementation of reading, writing, listening, viewing and speaking
activities.
Values
Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps promotes the growth of core shared values in its activities.
These values are pursuit of knowledge and a commitment to achievement of potential; self
acceptance and respect of self, respect and concern for others and their rights; social
and civic responsibility; and environmental responsibility.
The Ningaloo Marine
Park
Information about the Ningaloo
Marine Park can be found at the following sites:
Ningaloo
Marine Park D.E.C.
Ningaloo Marine Park D.O.E.
Ningaloo Reef
Dive Coral Bay
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