The chance to experience the rich and vibrant culture of Japan is open to student during an annual exchange visit with our sister school in Japan. In the first part of the year, students and their families play host to a Japanese student and in the third term a number of Parade students and staff make the journey to Japan to see for themselves what life is like for their Japanese counterparts.
The College works in conjunction with the school expedition company World Challenge in offering students in Year 10 and 11 a month-long multifaceted program in a developing part of the world. This challenging program enables groups of students to travel to amazing destinations where they partake in a range of experiences vastly different to their lives at home. The program challenges our students to adapt in a foreign environment over a four week expedition which includes; extended trekking for roughly two weeks, community engagement projects, and time for a few days of rest and recreational activities. The daily organisation and operation of each team is largely managed by the students as they maintain budgets, book accommodation, plan transport and research key sites to visit.
This program is conducted biennially with the destination regularly changing. Past destinations include; Nepal, Mongolia, Laos, Vietnam, China, Thailand, India and Borneo.
Students who have completed the World Challenge experience have learnt many life skills and enjoyed life changing experiences.
The First Nations Immersion experiences at Top End and Lake Mungo provide students with an opportunity to engage deeply with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, histories, and connections to Country.
In the Top End, students travel to the Northern Territory, where they spend time with Traditional Owners, learning about cultural practices, Dreaming stories, and the ongoing custodianship of the land. Through conversations, on-Country experiences, and hands-on activities, students gain insight into the resilience and strength of First Nations communities.
At Lake Mungo, students explore one of the most significant archaeological and cultural sites in Australia. This landscape, home to the remains of Mungo Man and Mungo Lady, offers a powerful connection to the deep history of First Nations peoples. Through guided walks, storytelling, and reflection, students develop a profound appreciation for 60,000+ years of continuous culture and the responsibilities of reconciliation.
These immersive experiences encourage students to listen, learn, and reflect—deepening their understanding of First Nations perspectives and fostering a sense of responsibility toward reconciliation and cultural respect.
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